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3 restaurants, breakfast served

The Balmoral Hotel

The Balmoral Hotel
5.0 star property
New Town, 0.4 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Absolutely perfect! Location is amazing and the staff are incredible and made our stay extra special."
United Kingdom
Ann
The price is NZ$1,145
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
The Balmoral Hotel
Daily local cuisine breakfast for a fee

Market Street Hotel

Market Street Hotel
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,276 reviews)
"everything about this hotel was great"
Canada
Lisa
The price is NZ$487
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Market Street Hotel
Terrace/patio

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels
4.0 star property
Broughton, 0.4 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (149 reviews)
"Well equipped, great location, friendly helpful staff."
United Kingdom
Ian
The price is NZ$298
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels
Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment | Living room

Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
5.0 star property
0.7 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
"Great place excellent location. Really nice apartment and excellent attention! Definitely we are going back! "
United Kingdom
Valeria Maria
The price is NZ$515
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
Vantage Studio with Balcony and View

Roomzzz Edinburgh

Roomzzz Edinburgh
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.3 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (304 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Highly recommend it!! "
Canada
Dustin
The price is NZ$322
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Roomzzz Edinburgh
Townhouse Apartment

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
5.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect location, very comfortable and clean family suite. "
Canada
Christine
The price is NZ$629
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
Indoor pool, pool loungers

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.2 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,042 reviews)
"Excellent experience will definitely stay at the Apex again "
United Kingdom
Pamela
The price is NZ$322
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Daily full breakfast for a fee

24 Royal Terrace

24 Royal Terrace
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (349 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at this hotel - all the staff were so welcoming, helpful and warm. The vibrant art - historical dog portraits dominated during our stay - was a total delight, our room was so comfortable and beautiful, and the full breakfast was absolutely delicious. 10 out of 10 stars for this lovely hotel!"
United States
Vivienne
The price is NZ$428
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
24 Royal Terrace
Lobby

100 Princes Street

100 Princes Street
4.5 star property
New Town, 1.1 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, with a wonderful staff who were so kind & helpful."
United States
Heather Michelle
The price is NZ$1,118
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
100 Princes Street
Property amenity

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 1.1 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Good location, great rooms, food and overall service!"
United Kingdom
Ingrid
The price is NZ$344
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
2 Bed Apartment | Living area

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town
4.0 star property
New Town, 1 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (78 reviews)
"Nice hotel and safe place I like clean and everything brand-new thank you"
United States
Mahmood
The price is NZ$307
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town
Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View

The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh
5.0 star property
New Town, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (779 reviews)
"The place was very nice and a short walk from Waverley station. Friendly staff with a nice bar/restaurant and a very chic steakhouse. Has a nice kitchenette with a washer/dryer combo. Highly recommended. "
Canada
Laurie-Ann
The price is NZ$692
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh
2 bars/lounges

W Edinburgh

W Edinburgh
5.0 star property
New Town, 0.4 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (431 reviews)
"Staff was attentive, helpful and kind"
United States
Zachary
The price is NZ$617
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
W Edinburgh
Exterior

Parliament House Hotel

Parliament House Hotel
3.0 star property
New Town, 0.2 km from City Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Very authentic Scottish hotel . Great breakfast, good quality food. Very near train station in a quiet area. "
United Kingdom
Angela
The price is NZ$412
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Parliament House Hotel
Rooftop terrace

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
5.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.9 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,430 reviews)
"Great place "
United Kingdom
Steven
The price is NZ$625
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Penthouse Suite | Living room

The Scotsman Hotel

The Scotsman Hotel
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Highly recommended, this was a great place to stay."
United States
Nicholas
The price is NZ$478
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
The Scotsman Hotel
Lounge

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh
3.0 star property
New Town, 0.9 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location. Nice club feel, very relaxed. Nice room. Good value"
United Kingdom
mark
The price is NZ$287
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh
Exterior

ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square

ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square
3.0 star property
New Town, 0.7 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Well located, well equipped hotel - perfect base to explore Edinburgh. "
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is NZ$328
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square
Bar (on property)

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,079 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, staff were friendly, and Wifi worked perfectly."
United Kingdom
Alireza
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Exterior

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent location and super comfy beds! Staff is friendly and helpful!"
United States
Peggy
The price is NZ$460
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
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Compare popular hotels close to City Observatory

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
3 restaurants, breakfast served
The Balmoral Hotel
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
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Daily local cuisine breakfast for a fee
Market Street Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,276 reviews
View
Terrace/patio
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
149 reviews
View
Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment | Living room
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
147 reviews
View
Vantage Studio with Balcony and View
Roomzzz Edinburgh
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
304 reviews
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Top City Observatory Hotel Reviews

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

6/10 Okay
"Staff really nice , we had an accessible room for my wheelchair, bathroom good our only gripe was the lack of storage or shelves which I found just “annoying”. Great location just off the Royal Mile, perfect for exploring."
Alan 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

Hotels near other City Observatory attractions

Calton Hill

4.6/5 (1,063 reviews)
This is a wonderful spot to look out over Edinburgh, and is home to a range of memorials, not to mention the seat of the Scottish government.
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Edinburgh royal playhouse theater

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

4.2/5 (1,088 reviews)
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around City Observatory?
City Observatory is located in a historic area of Edinburgh known for its top museums and lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 1365 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to City Observatory?
Adjacent to City Observatory, Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options close by include Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection and CODE - The Court, Edinburgh.
How many hotels will I find near City Observatory?
Expedia has 1365 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from City Observatory.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near City Observatory, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near City Observatory.
What can I see and do near City Observatory?
National Museum of Scotland, Scotch Whisky Experience and Museum of Edinburgh feature captivating exhibits. Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile and Edinburgh Dungeon are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can watch performances at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Festival Theatre and Queen's Hall if you're interested in local theatre.
How can I get to City Observatory?
With so many transport options, seeing all of the area near City Observatory is easy. Nearby metro stations include St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Princes Street Tram Stop. To explore the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Edinburgh Waverley Station or Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station).