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2 bed right on Leith Walk 15 min walk to Waverly !

Leith

shona h.

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 June

Edinburgh Royal Mile - Parliament Square Apartment

Old Town Edinburgh

Jeanna2120

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21 May - 22 May

Holyrood Apartment with parking & lift access

Old Town Edinburgh

Neil G.

includes taxes & fees

1 June - 2 June

5* Luxury Suite Central Edinburgh stunning views of Edinburgh Castle!

Edinburgh City Centre

Bree H.

includes taxes & fees

3 June - 4 June

4 Royal Mile flat near Edinburgh Castle

Old Town Edinburgh

Stuart M.

Stunning Royal Mile Penthouse

Old Town Edinburgh

includes taxes & fees

10 June - 11 June

Luxury Georgian City Retreat | 5★ Location | Patio

Leith

includes taxes & fees

19 May - 20 May

Comfortable town pad with a river view

Peebles

Allison B.

includes taxes & fees

3 June - 4 June

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Top Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

6/10 Okay

"Decent room, friendly staff, convenient location. The bathroom pods are cramped, awful and just plain weird. Better suited to a submarine or space capsule than an otherwise-modern hotel in a major metropolitan capital."

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

8/10 Good

"Grassmarket was lovely and has an amazing location but your experience is very dependent on which room you get and the time of year. We stayed for 2 different nights to cap off a 3 day tour to the highlands and each stay was wildly different. Our first night stay had us considering canceling and rebooking due to our concerns. Some important things to note is that this hotel has no AC, which is common in Europe, however if you happen to utilize the window and are near the interior patio you will have the smell of smoke come in any time someone uses the space for that. Not ideal to say the least. The other issues were with the bathroom and carpet in the room. Our bathroom had quite a few things broken when we arrived and the carpet in the room was rippled as if it had been extremely worn or water damaged. For the cost of a single night it seemed absurd. Our second stay was much better. The room had no issues, was cool due to 2 windows instead of 1, and not near the smokers paradise. Also nothing was broken upon arrival and checkin was much smoother."

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

8/10 Good

"El hotel bien, el desayuno y la ubicación excelente. Lamentablemente el día que hicimos el check inn, la persona que nos atendió fue bastante poco empatico, muy lamentable, salvo eso lo demás bien. The hotel was good, the breakfast and the location was excellent. Unfortunately, the day we checked in, the person who attended us was quite unempathetic, very unfortunate, except for that everything else was fine."

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 lively festivals.

How many historically relevant hotels are located in Edinburgh?

In Edinburgh, there are 3256 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.

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Our top choices for Edinburgh historic hotels

2 bed right on Leith Walk 15 min walk to Waverly !

Edinburgh Royal Mile - Parliament Square Apartment

Holyrood Apartment with parking & lift access