10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to City Observatory in Edinburgh from NZ$229

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

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

A modern building with large windows, a stone-paved courtyard, and a clear blue sky.

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

1. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Broughton, 0.4 km from City Observatory

Laura

NZ$278

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A bathroom with two large, dark stone sinks, a mirror, and a towel rack.

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

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

2. Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from City Observatory

Kirby

NZ$351

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a view of the outdoors.

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

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

3. The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.4 km from City Observatory

Abdullah

NZ$1,048

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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.

4. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.4 km from City Observatory

kimberly

NZ$457

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A modern room with a large window, a view of buildings, and a chair.

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

A courtyard with a brick building, a staircase, and a modern entrance.

5. Stay Hush

Holyrood, 0.5 km from City Observatory

Nipa

NZ$317

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a hanging pendant light.

6. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

0.7 km from City Observatory

"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

NZ$398

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A grand hallway with a marble floor, a staircase, and a decorative chandelier.

A dining area with a table set for tea, a green sofa, and a view of a castle.

A luxurious bedroom with a large bed, a tray of liquor bottles, and candle holders.

A grand entrance with columns, a sign reading "100 PRINCES STREET," and two symmetrical topiary bushes.

7. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 1.1 km from City Observatory

Eevy

NZ$967

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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 restaurant interior with stone walls, hanging light fixtures, and bar area with shelves of bottles.

8. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.9 km from City Observatory

Peter

NZ$576

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large mural.

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

9. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from City Observatory

Blake

NZ$525

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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

A bar area with a wine rack, a large metal sink, and a bottle of wine.

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

10. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.1 km from City Observatory

Kathleen

NZ$491

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a corner building with a distinctive tower and a shop with a sign reading "HENDRONS".

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa.

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

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a stainless steel range hood, and a black telephone. There is a dining area with a glass table, two chairs, and a bowl of fruit. Large windows provide a view of the city.

11. Braid Apartments by Mansley

New Town, 0.9 km from City Observatory

Margie Pecks

NZ$369

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, stone walls, and pendant lighting.

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

12. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from City Observatory

Joshua

NZ$229

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

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

13. Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, 0.3 km from City Observatory

Sandra L

NZ$353

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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 reception desk with two staff members, a modern interior with seating, and framed artwork on the walls.

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

14. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Southside, 1 km from City Observatory

Michael

NZ$294

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hallway with a door leading to a balcony, a wall-mounted mirror, and a light fixture.

A historic building with multiple ground-floor establishments including 'The Doric Bar & Restaurant' and 'The Hebrides'.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a bed with orange and white bedding, a kitchenette, and a dark door.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a coffee machine, and a microwave.

15. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from City Observatory

Susan

NZ$382

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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 bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

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

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

16. 24 Royal Terrace

New Town, 0.5 km from City Observatory

Ian

NZ$334

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A buffet setup with various food items, a refrigerator, and a bar area.

A sign with the name 'Wilde' against a backdrop of lush greenery and a historic building under a blue sky.

A wooden panel wall with a framed picture, two black floor lamps, and a marble countertop with a potted plant.

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter and stools, a seating area with a sofa and ottoman, and a neon sign above the bar.

17. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.3 km from City Observatory

Raymundo

NZ$378

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a view of a clock tower, and distant mountains.

A grand, circular staircase with intricate geometric patterns on the walls and floor, leading to an upper level.

A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, evenly spaced windows, and a central entrance with a canopy.

A lobby with a checkered floor, a central seating area, and a large painting on the back wall.

18. The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

New Town, 0.5 km from City Observatory

Amy

NZ$735

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A historic cityscape with a prominent church steeple, dense architecture, and a mountain in the background.

A spacious living room with a grey sofa, orange chairs, a small table with a plant, and a fireplace.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

A black door with a gold handle and a sign above it that reads "18 Hanover Street".

19. Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments

New Town, 0.9 km from City Observatory

Taylor

NZ$457

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and decorative elements.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view of the city, and a small table with chairs.

A wall-mounted clock, a neon art piece, and a framed picture.

A bar area with multiple seating options, including bar stools and tables, and a variety of bar equipment.

20. ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square

New Town, 0.7 km from City Observatory

Teresa

NZ$383

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels	9.8 Exceptional 262 reviews	View
Market Street Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,544 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
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Top City Observatory Hotel Reviews

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We truly enjoyed our stay at the Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel. The staff were very attentive and helpful, and helped arrange a surprise (cake and balloons) for my wife's birthday. The room was large by European standards and the bathroom was elegant, well equipped, and also very spacious. The bed was extremely comfortable and we appreciated the extras (slippers and robe) and a welcome plate of fruit and chocolates. The only negatives were the condition of some very easily remedied aspects of our room and property. The hotel was a little dated and needed refreshing in some areas. For example, although not terrible, our room needed a fresh coat of paint and the carpets could use cleaning. Also a sofa in a common area on our floor was completely worn and in need of replacement. With a few of these updates this could become a 5 Star hotel across the board. All in all, it was a good experience and I would consider returning on another stay in Edinburgh."

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"We absolutely loved our stay at this hotel! Everything was exceptionally clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The staff was wonderful—always friendly, welcoming, and eager to help with anything we needed. The location was fantastic, with so many attractions, shops, and restaurants nearby, making it easy to explore and enjoy our trip. The hotel was worth every penny and truly made our visit even more memorable. Our only regret is that we didn’t have enough time to experience everything the area has to offer! We enjoyed ourselves so much that we’re already planning a return trip in the next few years. We highly recommend this hotel and would gladly stay here again!"

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, really stylish especially for the price. The wee double room was basic in amenities but thoughtfully decorated and had what you need, spotless too! It was definitely wee but perfect for one person and more than suitable for two if you’re happy to be cosy! They accommodated bag storage and late check out without a fuss and were friendly and helpful."

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable beds, helpful staff."

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was helpful with storing our luggage and getting a cab when needed. Centrally located."

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"10/10. I stayed from Oct 7-13 in a superior suite because I didn’t want to share my space. It was absolutely amazing. The hostel as a whole was clean, cute, and safe. As a female solo traveler, safety was my main priority and I felt secure throughout my whole stay. The room was cute with an amazing view of St Giles Cathedral. I didn’t venture to the common shared spaces because my itinerary was full but the areas I did visit like the cafe and bar, I enjoyed. The location was perfect. On the Royal Mile. Close to many shops and restaurants. I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend his hostel."

Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"Staff was great. I didn’t like the view. We looked out on to an alley/loading zone Nick and Aley in the bar/ restaurant were WONDERFUL! Gabriel at the front desk, was super helpful and nice."

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were all friendly and helpful. The room was very clean and tidy."

W Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel in a good location"

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A large classical building with tall columns, surrounded by a grassy area with people walking and sitting.

Calton Hill

9.2/10 (1,067 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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A tower with a spire, a cityscape with buildings, and a hill in the background.

Nelson Monument

You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Nelson Monument. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

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A Playhouse theater with a Shrek Musical poster, a black taxi, and a tree in front.

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

8.4/10 (1,089 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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National Monument of Scotland

You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at National Monument of Scotland.

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Omni Centre Edinburgh

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Omni Centre Edinburgh. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

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Waterloo Place

Find out about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Waterloo Place. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries.

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Greenside Parish Church

After visiting Greenside Parish Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edinburgh. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.

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Sherlock Holmes Statue

Learn about the local history of Edinburgh when you spend time at Sherlock Holmes Statue. Experience the area's lively festivals and entertainment choices.

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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 1412 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, Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. 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 City Observatory?

Expedia has 1412 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 on the Mound feature captivating exhibits. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle 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).

Top Hotels Near City Observatory in Edinburgh from NZ$229

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Our top choices for City Observatory hotels

1. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

2. Market Street Hotel

3. The Balmoral Hotel

4. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

5. Stay Hush

6. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

7. 100 Princes Street

8. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

9. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

10. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

11. Braid Apartments by Mansley

12. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

13. Roomzzz Edinburgh

14. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

15. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

16. 24 Royal Terrace

17. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

18. The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

19. Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments

20. ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square

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Top City Observatory Hotel Reviews

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

W Edinburgh

Other attractions near City Observatory

Calton Hill

Nelson Monument

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

National Monument of Scotland

Omni Centre Edinburgh

Waterloo Place

Greenside Parish Church

Sherlock Holmes Statue

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