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A modern lounge area with contemporary furniture, large windows, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern interior with yellow and black chairs, wooden tables, and a patterned rug.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large window.

A balcony with seating, a potted plant, and a view of the cityscape.

1. Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.4 km from Old College

CA $194

CA $245 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A balcony with two modern chairs, a small table, and two glasses of orange juice.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a dining area with chairs.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and large windows.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small round table, and a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances.

2. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Broughton, 1.1 km from Old College

Laura

CA $176

CA $222 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a stone building in the background.

A modern bar area with a neon sign, a menu board, and a staircase leading to other rooms.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a neon sign on the wall.

A modern loft-style apartment with a kitchen, living area, and a staircase.

3. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.5 km from Old College

kimberly

CA $310

CA $390 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A historic building with a prominent clock tower, large windows, and a formal entrance.

A grand lobby with a central floral arrangement, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, elegant furniture, and decorative wall art.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a wooden ladder, and a bar counter.

4. The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.6 km from Old College

NHU PHUC

CA $667

CA $841 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, and a balcony with a view of the city.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern living room with a fireplace, blue furniture, and a large window.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, a dining area with a marble table, and a view through large windows.

5. RÌGH Residences

New Town, 1 km from Old College

Robert

CA $296

CA $373 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern living room with a blue sofa, wooden coffee table, and a stone wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There are pictures on the wall and a lamp on the desk.

A modern kitchen with a stone wall, a dining area with a blue sofa, and a kitchen island.

A historic building with multiple windows and doors, a stone facade, and a traditional architectural style.

6. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

1 km from Old College

"This was a beautiful apartment to stay in, with the perfect mix of historic charm and fresh, modern finishes. We did have a mix-up with our booking, as the room was reserved for three people but didn’t have a sleeping option for the third guest. However, reception responded quickly and made things right, which we really appreciated. Overall, we had a lovely stay and I would definitely stay here again."

Jennifer

CA $237

CA $298 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

An outdoor patio area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, stone flooring, and a small building with a sloped roof.

A historic building with the sign "Hotel du Vin & Bistro" indicating a restaurant and hotel.

A wedding ceremony setup with rows of chairs, floral decorations, and a backdrop of a painting.

A restaurant with stone walls, leather seating, and a table set with wine glasses and a candle.

7. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from Old College

Kathleen

CA $323

CA $407 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A historic stone building with a large window and a view of a castle on a hill.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a blue toaster. A grey sofa with checkered cushions is positioned against a wall, and a floor lamp is visible to the right.

A modern room with a sofa, a wooden wardrobe, and a window with a view of parked cars.

A bedroom with a large window, a blue headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a neatly made bed with rolled towels.

8. Edinburgh Nine

Tollcross, 1 km from Old College

Steve

CA $231

CA $292 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern interior with a marble bar, wooden chairs, and potted plants.

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, and a bar area with shelves stocked with various items.

A staircase with a golden handrail leading to a kitchen area with white cabinets and a stainless steel sink.

A bar with a glass front, wicker furniture, and a potted plant outside.

9. Eden Locke

New Town, 1.2 km from Old College

Lauren

CA $220

CA $277 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A neatly made bed with white linens and two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with a view of a stone wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a round table and chairs.

A modern living room with a round table, two armchairs, a mounted TV, a clock, and a radiator.

10. Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

New Town, 1.1 km from Old College

Paola

CA $251

CA $316 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A room with a round table, two chairs, a red sofa, a small side table with books, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window.

A modern interior with a sofa, dining table, chairs, kitchen area, and large windows offering a view.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a coffee machine, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

11. Stay Hush

Holyrood, 0.7 km from Old College

Nipa

CA $208

CA $262 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden desk, a bathtub, and a stone wall.

A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a chair, and a stone wall backdrop.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a coffee table with a vase, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A dining table set for two with a view of a building through a window.

12. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Old College

Blake

CA $333

CA $420 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A rooftop terrace with wicker chairs, a small table with a cup and snacks, and a view of a castle-like building in the background.

A bar area with red chairs and a long counter, a fireplace with a painting above it, and a seating area with a sofa and tables.

A hallway with a patterned rug, wooden bookshelves, a reception desk, and a blue carpeted area.

A historic building with multiple stories, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a red door.

13. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.4 km from Old College

Peter

CA $351

CA $443 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A historic building with a bar, restaurant, and pizzeria on the ground floor.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and armchair. There is a large window with a view of buildings.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a large mirror. There is a bed with a headboard and a small table with a chair in the background.

14. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Old College

Daniela

CA $293

CA $369 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a bar counter with a coffee machine, and hanging light fixtures.

A theater with rows of leather seats, a large screen, and wall sconces.

A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and pillows, a brown headboard, and two bedside lamps.

A theater lobby with a stone archway, plush seating, a fireplace, and a red curtain backdrop.

15. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from Old College

Joshua

CA $147

CA $185 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A multi-story building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and illuminated signs.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, a television, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A dining table set for six with a candle, surrounded by modern chairs, in a room with large windows and a stone wall.

A bar area with a counter, stools, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

16. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Southside, 0.3 km from Old College

Joao

CA $187

CA $236 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A window with two potted plants and a view of a historic castle.

A room with a large window, a round table with two mugs, a chair, and a potted plant.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a large potted plant.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

17. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Old College

Christopher

CA $233

CA $293 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a fireplace. There are framed pictures on the walls and a chandelier above the bar.

A marble-floored hallway with a reception desk, framed artwork, and a staircase.

A building with a red door, numbered 24, and a sign for a gallery and bar gardens.

A bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and a large painting on the wall.

18. 24 Royal Terrace

New Town, 1.2 km from Old College

Ian

CA $219

CA $276 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A spacious indoor patio with a high ceiling, featuring a central round table surrounded by wicker chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and various potted plants.

A modern indoor seating area with two chairs and a round table, surrounded by potted plants and a glass ceiling.

A room with a large window, a fireplace, and a chair with a cushion.

A historic building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with steps.

19. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

New Town, 1.2 km from Old College

Claire

CA $308

CA $388 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, and a view of a cityscape and tower through the window.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a store with shelves.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a wooden wardrobe, and a balcony with a view of a cityscape.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a view to the outside.

20. Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, 0.8 km from Old College

Sandra L

CA $224

CA $283 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Old College

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Market Street Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,537 reviews	View
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels	9.8 Exceptional 259 reviews	View
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh	9.8 Exceptional 858 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
RÌGH Residences	9.8 Exceptional 347 reviews	View

Top Old College Hotel Reviews

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

10/10 Excellent

"Really great location! Rooms are a decent size."

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Absolute ideal spot on the Royal Mile. Beautiful rooms, lovely staff and great restaurant, Eve ! Will visit again next time through !"

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"Really great experience. Excellent location."

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

8/10 Good

"Great time at Yotel, staff was friendly and room was big. Air Conditioning was iffy if it worked or not"

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

8/10 Good

"Hotel was nice enough. The room we were in had wallpaper coming up at the seams, moths were flying in the room, and the bed was not very comfortable. Food that we ate there was good."

Market Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel within an easy walking distance to Edinburgh Waverly Train Station and High Street. Room was comfortable and included free mini-bar snack and beverage items."

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

8/10 Good

"staff was helpful and clean room."

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Being from the US and first time in Edinburgh, the hotel location was a great importance to our travel! About a 7 min walk from the bus station, the location was centered with everything to see and do. The 24 hr wash and dry and gym , not to mention the breakfast was indeed an added bonus! The staff were very kind and helpful when in need."

ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Terrific location, short walk from train station and less than block from Royal Mile. Excellent breakfast buffet. Only minor gripe: bathroom door automatically shuts and won't remain open when moving between room and bathroom"

Other attractions near Old College

Talbot Rice Gallery

You can study the exhibits at Talbot Rice Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Edinburgh. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and shops.

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La Belle Angele

La Belle Angele is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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The Mash House

The Mash House is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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Stramash

Stramash is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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The Caves

After visiting The Caves, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edinburgh. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Cabaret Voltaire

Cabaret Voltaire is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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Bannerman's Bar

After visiting Bannerman's Bar, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edinburgh. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Festival Theatre

9.0/10 (299 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Festival Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Old College?

Old College is located in a historic area of Edinburgh known for its top museums and popular theater scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 1439 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Old College?

Adjacent to Old College, Virgin Hotels Edinburgh is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and a 24-hour fitness center. Other good options close by include Apex Grassmarket Hotel and Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection.

How many hotels will I find near Old College?

Expedia has 1439 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Old College.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Old College, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Old College.

What can I see and do near Old College?

National Museum of Scotland, Scotch Whisky Experience, and Surgeon's Hall feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and St. Giles' Cathedral are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at Festival Theatre, Queen's Hall, and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

How can I get to Old College?

If you're taking a train into town, Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are the closest stations to Old Town Edinburgh. There might not be many public transit choices close to Old College so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Old College hotels

1. Market Street Hotel

2. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

3. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

4. The Balmoral Hotel

5. RÌGH Residences

6. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

7. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

8. Edinburgh Nine

9. Eden Locke

10. Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

11. Stay Hush

12. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

13. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

14. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

15. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

16. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

17. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

18. 24 Royal Terrace

19. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

20. Roomzzz Edinburgh

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Top Old College Hotel Reviews

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Market Street Hotel

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile

Other attractions near Old College

Talbot Rice Gallery

La Belle Angele

The Mash House

Stramash

The Caves

Cabaret Voltaire

Bannerman's Bar

Festival Theatre

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