Edinburgh hotels near Edinburgh Castle

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Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Edinburgh Caledonian Guesthouse

8.4 / 10

(454 Reviews)

From 207$
Balmore Guest House

6.7 / 10

(3820 Reviews)

From 88$
Southside Guest House

8.6 / 10

(866 Reviews)

From 101$
Edinburgh Aparthotel

8.5 / 10

(452 Reviews)

From 79$
Edinburgh City Suites

7.8 / 10

(579 Reviews)

From 149$

With a wide range of easy-to-use search tools and descriptive hotel profiles, you'll easily find Edinburgh hotels near Edinburgh Castle in a wink. More than 135 deals not far from Edinburgh Castle are our best options in the area.
Try booking The Haymarket Lairg Hotel with cots, laundry facilities and room services, set within 1.3 km from Edinburgh Castle.
Leonardo Royal Hotel - Formerly Jurys Inn may be as well suitable with 24-hour room service, concierge service and fitness classes.
Other best deals are Radisson Blu Hotel, City Centre, Travelodge Cameron Toll Hotel and Four Points By Sheraton.

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Travelodge Edinburgh Central Princes Street Edinburgh Caledonian Guesthouse Balmore Guest House Southside Guest House Edinburgh Aparthotel Edinburgh City Suites Sandilands House Edinburgh Townhouse Hotel Hampton By Hilton Edinburgh West End Hotel Tigerlily Hotel

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Travelodge Edinburgh Central Princes Street

📍 Meuse Lane Off Princes Street

Travelodge Edinburgh Central Princes Street is located near St Andrew Square and is just 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Edinburgh.

The historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" is 1 km from the venue and Arthur's Seat hike is 2.5 km away. Royal Mile is also located near the accommodation. It takes a few minutes' drive to get to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.

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8.4
Very good
454 Reviews

Edinburgh Caledonian Guesthouse

📍 14 Granville Terrace - Edinburgh

From 207$

Located 2.1 km from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle", the 3-star Edinburgh Caledonian Guesthouse features a golf course and tea/coffee making facilities. Situated in Merchiston district, the hostel is set 1.7 km from Co-op Food.

The venue is set in the old part of Edinburgh, a few minutes away from BT Murrayfield Sports Stadium. It is set in the residential area, a few steps from Fountain Park.

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6.7
Good
3820 Reviews

Balmore Guest House

📍 34, Gilmore Place

From 88$

Situated 1.2 km from The Meadows in Edinburgh, Balmore Guest House features allergy friendly rooms, a luggage storage and a private carpark throughout the property. The Leith Princes Street is less than 1.7 km away.

This guest house offers accommodation in West End district with nearby access to the traditional King's Theatre. The city centre is close by, about 20 minutes' walk away. You can get to the public research University of Edinburgh in a few minutes by car.

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8.6
Excellent
866 Reviews

Southside Guest House

📍 8 Newington Road

From 101$

Southside Guest House Edinburgh, located in Newington district, 1.9 km from the art museum "Scottish National Gallery", features views of the garden. The venue provides 8 guestrooms appointed with Wi-Fi and television for a pleasant stay in Edinburgh.

The royal Holyrood Park is less than 2.2 km away. The centre is a 15-minute walk away from this stylish accommodation. The chill Summerhall Cafe is also located near the hotel. The property is only a short drive from The Meadows.

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8.5
Very good
452 Reviews

Edinburgh Aparthotel

📍 20 Canonmills

From 79$

Situated 2.1 km from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" in Edinburgh, Canon Court Aparthotel features parking spaces and a welcome pack throughout the venue. This aparthotel offers accommodation in Broughton district with nearby access to Open Eye Gallery Edinburgh.

The hotel is located off Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, just 20 minutes' walk from the city centre. It takes 25 minutes to walk to The Real Mary King's Close. A short drive will take you to Edinburgh Old Town.

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Hotels in Edinburgh

Airport nearby ✈️ Dundee, Edinburgh
Average Price 💰 387$
Hotels in Edinburgh 🏨 2500
Hotel Reviews ⭐ 82275
Landmarks nearby 📍 Saint Mary's Cathedral, Gladstone's Land, Dean Village, University of Edinburgh, The Real Mary King's Close
Family Hotel 👪 Travelodge Edinburgh Central Princes Street
Hotel with a view 🔍 Edinburgh Caledonian Guesthouse
Best reviews Hotel ❤️ Balmore Guest House

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7.8
Very good
579 Reviews

Edinburgh City Suites

📍 16 Torphichen Street, Edinburgh, Gb

From 149$

A prime location of Edinburgh City Suites provides easy access to Royal Mile within an 18-minute walk. Free Wi Fi is available throughout the venue as well as allergy free rooms and a patio are available on site.

Located off Edinburgh International Conference Centre, the accommodation is set near Water of Leith Walkway. The hotel is stationed only 1.5 km from the art museum "Scottish National Gallery". The property is a couple of minutes' drive from the royal Holyrood Park and other main attractions of Edinburgh.

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8.9
Excellent
138 Reviews

Sandilands House

📍 25 Queensferry Road

From 153$

Sandilands House Bed & Breakfast, located 2 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre, features complimentary parking, a sunbathing terrace and a golf course. The centre of Edinburgh is within 3 km of the venue, and BT Murrayfield Sports Stadium is about 2.3 km away.

The historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" is also a couple of minutes' drive away.

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8.3
Very good
496 Reviews

Edinburgh Townhouse Hotel

📍 38 North Castle Street

From 124$

Placed just off the Leith Princes Street, Edinburgh Townhouse Hotel comprises 10 rooms with views of the sea. The historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" is a few minutes' drive from the guest house, while The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland is 0.5 km away.

The venue is located in New Town district, 2 km from the centre of Edinburgh. Charlotte Square is 0.3 km from the accommodation. Waterloo Place is set close to this hotel.

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8.1
Very good
7309 Reviews

Hampton By Hilton Edinburgh West End Hotel

📍 166 Fountainbridge

From 112$

Hampton By Hilton Edinburgh West End Hotel, situated less than 1.1 km from Grassmarket, offers tea/coffee making facilities, a bar and a flat-screen HDTV. This venue is set within easy reach of Edinburgh International Conference Centre and in the centre of Edinburgh.

The accommodation is located in a shopping area, close to Digin Bruntsfield. Arthur's Seat hike is about a 10-minute drive from here. Hampton By Hilton Edinburgh West End Hotel is a short ride from the green Flag park "Princes Street Gardens".

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8.8
Excellent
1783 Reviews

Tigerlily Hotel

📍 125 George Street

From 233$

Notable for its location 900 metres away from the spirelike Victorian memorial "Scott Monument" in New Town district, the venue is placed within 16 minutes' walk of the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle". Boasting location next to the grand townhouse "Georgian House", the accommodation offers 33 rooms together with a cocktail bar onsite.

The hotel is 2 km from the city centre and adjacent to Charlotte Square. The property is set in a financial district of Edinburgh. The combined National Museum of Scotland is also a couple of minutes' drive away.

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7.5
Very good
268 Reviews

The Spires Serviced Apartments Edinburgh

📍 93-95 Hanover Street

From 179$

The Spires Edinburgh is located in the residential area of Edinburgh within metres of Royal Mile. The property is and provides a kitchen with all necessary utensils to prepare meals.

The combined National Museum of Scotland lies within 1.4 km from the apartment, while the art museum "Scottish National Gallery" is 0.5 km away. The city centre is just 1 km away and Edinburgh airport is 15 km from the venue. Thistle Street and Hanover Tap are 5 minutes’ walk away. The Spires Edinburgh apartment is a few minutes' drive from Arthur's Seat hike.

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Edinburgh hotels near Edinburgh Castle FAQ
What are the most popular budget hotels near Edinburgh Castle?
If you want to stay not far from Edinburgh Castle, find out 39 budget options.
Motel One-Royal rated 8.4/10 offers 24-hour reception, housekeeping and bar, as well as Malt Shovel Inn restaurant with British and Scottish meals. This property is located 400 metres from the Edinburgh Waverley train station and 5 minutes' walk to the city centre.
Try as well Iholiday Hotel — it is rated 6.8/10 and costs 100US$ per night.
What are the top hotels next to Edinburgh Castle?
If you want to discover Edinburgh Castle, consider booking one of the best Edinburgh hotels among 127 deals.
Hotelnear.com guests like to stay in Motel One-Princes, which is a 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle.
Radisson Blu Hotel, City Centre rated 8.2/10 may also suit you — only 392US$ per one night.
Other top-rated options include Grassmarket Hotel, Kildonan Lodge Hotel and Canon Court Aparthotel.
How much does it cost to rent a hotel not far from Edinburgh Castle?
The hotel prices in Edinburgh change depending on the season, but 419US$ is an average cost.
The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection can offer a tennis court, an outdoor swimming pool and newspaper service on site only 0.7 km from the city centre.
One more suitable place is Premier Inn Leith Waterfront — pay about 141US$ to book it.
Other suitable hotels: Point A Hotel Haymarket, Princes Street Suites and Thistle Hotel.

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