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1. Stunning 5BR Royal Mile Penthouse
Stunning 5BR Royal Mile PenthouseEdinburgh City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
"The location of the property was amazing! Centrally located in Old Town, we were able to walk to our destinations every day.The property itself was perfectly prepared, clean, comfortable, and well stocked. The host communicated quickly and was a pleasure to deal with.Highly recommend!!"
"The location of the property was amazing! Centrally located in Old Town, we were able to walk to our destinations every day.The property itself was perfectly prepared, clean, comfortable, and well stocked. The host communicated quickly and was a pleasure to deal with.Highly recommend!!"
John E.
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26 Nov - 27 Nov
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Top Edinburgh Hotel Reviews
Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel
Fingal - A Luxury Floating HotelLeith
10/10 Excellent
The hotel room and staff are exceptional
The restaurant staff and chef are exceptional
If you are visiting Edinburgh The Fingal is not to be missed
The hotel room and staff are exceptional
The restaurant staff and chef are exceptional
If you are visiting Edinburgh The Fingal is not to be missed
Andrew
Market Street Hotel
Market Street HotelEdinburgh City Centre
10/10 Excellent
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Michael Robert James
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
BrewDog DogHouse EdinburghEdinburgh City Centre
10/10 Excellent
Great location in the old town. Staff were amazing, helpful and happy. Rooms were exceptionally comfortable and included breakfast was brilliant. Meals were good and outside deck for an afternoon drink very enjoyable. Would definitely stay here again - been travelling for 7 weeks and best property we have stayed at.
Great location in the old town. Staff were amazing, helpful and happy. Rooms were exceptionally comfortable and included breakfast was brilliant. Meals were good and outside deck for an afternoon drink very enjoyable. Would definitely stay here again - been travelling for 7 weeks and best property we have stayed at.
David
The Raeburn
The RaeburnStockbridge
10/10 Excellent
Stunning room with a luxurious bathroom. The staff were charming and it was a great location - not far from the city and with great restaurants near by. Would certainly come stay again anytime we come to Edinburgh
Stunning room with a luxurious bathroom. The staff were charming and it was a great location - not far from the city and with great restaurants near by. Would certainly come stay again anytime we come to Edinburgh
James
The Balmoral Hotel
The Balmoral HotelEdinburgh City Centre
10/10 Excellent
Loved everything about the Balmoral. The service was outstanding. So lovely to be personally greeted by the concierges and doormen at every instance.
Loved everything about the Balmoral. The service was outstanding. So lovely to be personally greeted by the concierges and doormen at every instance.
Patricia
The Resident Edinburgh
The Resident EdinburghWest End
10/10 Excellent
Centrally located near old town. Room was clean and staff were friendly and attentive.
Centrally located near old town. Room was clean and staff were friendly and attentive.
Frieda
Stay Hush
Stay HushEdinburgh City Centre
10/10 Excellent
Great, well equiped apartment in the perfect location. Super clean and really spacious.
Great, well equiped apartment in the perfect location. Super clean and really spacious.
Josephine
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
Hotel du Vin & Bistro EdinburghEdinburgh City Centre
10/10 Excellent
I love a quirky hotel, i.e., not the same tired layout for every room. This hotel is quirky, and does it with style and class. Amazing staff too - they're evidently proud of the place. Recommend.
I love a quirky hotel, i.e., not the same tired layout for every room. This hotel is quirky, and does it with style and class. Amazing staff too - they're evidently proud of the place. Recommend.
Robert
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Virgin Hotels EdinburghEdinburgh City Centre
10/10 Excellent
Great property great location.
Very helpful staff.
Great property great location.
Very helpful staff.
Nicholas
Eden Locke
Eden LockeEdinburgh City Centre
10/10 Excellent
A very well appointed apartment hotel in a quiet but central location. Good facilities including a kitchenette and washing machine. Reasonably spacious layout for a studio apartment. Large well designed bathroom with plenty of storage space. My only criticism was that the wooden floor felt a bit sticky underfoot as though it needed a good wash and when i looked under the bed to retreive a dropped item there was a build up of dust. Friendly young staff.
A very well appointed apartment hotel in a quiet but central location. Good facilities including a kitchenette and washing machine. Reasonably spacious layout for a studio apartment. Large well designed bathroom with plenty of storage space. My only criticism was that the wooden floor felt a bit sticky underfoot as though it needed a good wash and when i looked under the bed to retreive a dropped item there was a build up of dust. Friendly young staff.
David
Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
Old Town Chambers, Autograph CollectionEdinburgh City Centre
10/10 Excellent
Absolutely perfect experience. The two bedroom appt was perfect for our needs and was palatial compared to London. Super comfy beds and amenities. Perfectly located on the royal mile, just a few mins walk directly to the castle. Blew away our expectations, was the best hotel we stayed in during our 5 week trip around the UK.
Absolutely perfect experience. The two bedroom appt was perfect for our needs and was palatial compared to London. Super comfy beds and amenities. Perfectly located on the royal mile, just a few mins walk directly to the castle. Blew away our expectations, was the best hotel we stayed in during our 5 week trip around the UK.
Andrew
The Rutland Hotel & Apartments
The Rutland Hotel & ApartmentsWest End
10/10 Excellent
Hotel very busy so we were upgraded to apartment a few doors down Street. Breakfast took ages to get.
Great Location. Short walk through gardens to Hop on Hop off bus station. Royal yacht well worth a visit.
Hotel very busy so we were upgraded to apartment a few doors down Street. Breakfast took ages to get.
Great Location. Short walk through gardens to Hop on Hop off bus station. Royal yacht well worth a visit.
Michael
The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh
The Royal Scots Club EdinburghEdinburgh City Centre
10/10 Excellent
A lovely older hotel. Our room was spacious and everything was super clean. Comfy beds. Friendly staff.
A lovely older hotel. Our room was spacious and everything was super clean. Comfy beds. Friendly staff.
Jaye
The Scholar
The ScholarSouthside
10/10 Excellent
Amazing staff. So happy to help
Amazing staff. So happy to help
Douglas
Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street
Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen StreetEdinburgh City Centre
10/10 Excellent
Great space, good amenities and access to the town
Great space, good amenities and access to the town
Chris
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, GrassmarketEdinburgh City Centre
10/10 Excellent
Nice clean and comfy room, and very attentive and helpful staff. Also has a nice included breakfast and a little gym for some exercise
Nice clean and comfy room, and very attentive and helpful staff. Also has a nice included breakfast and a little gym for some exercise
Keiran
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I expect on my historical trip to Edinburgh?
Edinburgh and its significant historical sites draw tourists so consider a visit to the monuments, especially if you're a history buff. Be sure to check out the major shopping area and acclaimed art scene while you're here. You can also discover the area's fascinating museums.
How many historically relevant hotels are located in Edinburgh?
In Edinburgh, there are 3410 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the most important historical places and other sights in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh is notable for its monuments and landmarks like Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile and Assembly Rooms. Known for its museums and festivals, cultural venues include Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland and MacEwan Hall. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Princes Street and Scottish National Gallery.
What is a historic hotel like in Edinburgh?
A historic hotel gives guests the opportunity to stay in a building recognised with an official historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of stately homes, palaces or even lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any building that’s been identified as being of special interest. These types of hotels in Edinburgh often retain authentic characteristics such as period features or traditional architecture within the guestrooms or public spaces.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
They are quite similar. "Historic hotel" is a term often used in the US, while you'll often hear "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to place more significance on the architecture and building. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the cultural value and how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Edinburgh have modern facilities?
Yes, efforts are made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Tourists who book a stay can expect the amenities you'd get from a hotel such as WiFi, heating and air conditioning, and updated bathroom facilities. Booking a historic hotel in Edinburgh doesn't mean you're choosing a place that's uncomfortable for guests or rundown.