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Here is a quick list of Luxury Hotels in Edinburgh, selected based on their rating
Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
Ard Na Said Hotel |
9.1 / 10 (90 Reviews) |
From 182$ | |
Albany Ballantrae Hotel |
7.8 / 10 (1760 Reviews) |
From 127$ | |
Leonardo Edinburgh Murrayfield |
7.9 / 10 (5464 Reviews) |
From 72$ | |
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Hotel |
7.7 / 10 (3050 Reviews) |
From 191$ | |
The Balmoral Hotel |
9.4 / 10 (2070 Reviews) |
From 411$ |
Edinburgh is a luxurious city break destination, and with good reason. From the historical Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, to the modern and vibrant Princes Street and Calton Hill, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Accommodation-wise, Edinburgh offers a range of options, from budget hostels to 5* luxury hotels. So, why should you choose a luxury hotel when travelling to Edinburgh?
Here are four reasons:
1. You’ll get better value for money. Luxury hotels often offer better value for money than their budget counterparts. For example, you may get a free breakfast or dinner, free access to a spa or pool, or free Wi-Fi.
2. You’ll have more space. Luxury hotels typically offer much more space than budget hotels. This means you’ll have room to spread out and relax, rather than feeling cramped and uncomfortable.
3. You’ll have more amenities. Luxury hotels come with a whole host of amenities, such as spas, swimming pools, gyms, restaurants, and bars. This means you’ll be able to enjoy a range of activities and facilities without having to leave the hotel.
4. You’ll have a more luxurious experience. Finally, opting for a luxury hotel will give you a more luxurious experience overall. From the moment you arrive until the moment you leave, you’ll feel like royalty.
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Ard Na Said Hotel
From 182$
Set within a 25-minute walk of the combined National Museum of Scotland, this 4-star Ard Na Said Hotel Edinburgh is located near Prestonfield Golf Club. Free Wi Fi is available in the rooms as well as free parking and a golf course are available on site.
Royal Mile is less than 2.1 km away. The distance between Edinburgh city centre and the venue is 3 km. Ard Na Said Hotel is placed a few minutes' drive from Co-op Food.
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Albany Ballantrae Hotel
From 127$
Set within an 18-minute walk of the grand townhouse "Georgian House", this 4-star Albany Ballantrae Hotel is located near Edinburgh Printmakers. Boasting location next to Omni Centre, the venue offers 43 rooms together with a lounge bar onsite.
The Leith Princes Street is less than 1.1 km away. Guests can get to Edinburgh city centre, which is 1 km away. Albany Ballantrae Hotel is a short driving distance of Arthur's Seat hike.
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Leonardo Edinburgh Murrayfield
From 72$
Leonardo Edinburgh Murrayfield Hotel boasts 24 hour front desk assistance, wedding services and dry cleaning/laundry and a great location within 15 minutes' drive of Co-op Food. Featuring 111 rooms with views of the hills, this venue is set within a short ride from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle".
BT Murrayfield Sports Stadium is less than 3 km away. The accommodation is located in Murrayfield district.
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Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Hotel
From 191$
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Hotel is located near North Bridge and is just 5 minutes' walk from the centre of Edinburgh. Featuring 211 rooms with views of the city, this venue is set within a short ride from the 16th-century Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Guests may find George Street within 800 metres of the accommodation, while Co-op Food is 850 metres away. The hotel is situated in Old Town district, close to the combined National Museum of Scotland.
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The Balmoral Hotel
From 411$
The Balmoral Hotel lies close to the Leith Princes Street and offers traditional accommodation in Edinburgh. Situated about 7 minutes' walk from The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, the venue has 188 rooms with a spectacular view of courtyard.
The property is located in Old Town district, close to the Victorian Gothic Scott Monument. The combined National Museum of Scotland is within 11 minutes’ walk. The elegant Balmoral Hotel is placed a few minutes' drive from Dynamic Earth Museum.
Hotels in Edinburgh
Airport nearby ✈️ | Dundee, Edinburgh |
Average Price 💰 | 387$ |
Hotels in Edinburgh 🏨 | 2500 |
Hotel Reviews ⭐ | 82272 |
Landmarks nearby 📍 | Saint Mary's Cathedral, Gladstone's Land, Dean Village, University of Edinburgh, The Real Mary King's Close |
Hotel with a view 🔍 | Ard Na Said Hotel |
Best reviews Hotel ❤️ | Albany Ballantrae Hotel |
Top Service Hotel 🛁 | Leonardo Edinburgh Murrayfield |
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Holyrood Aparthotel
From 134$
The 4-star Holyrood Aparthotel Edinburgh is situated 1.1 km from Royal Mile. Featuring 59 rooms with views of the city, this aparthotel is set within a short ride from Omni Centre.
Dynamic Earth Museum is less than 0.4 km away. The venue is nestled in the centre of Edinburgh. The parish church "St Giles' Cathedral" is also located near the accommodation. Among other attractions nearby is Arthurs Seat.
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Novotel Edinburgh Centre
From 103$
About 900 metres from Royal Mile, the 4-star Novotel Edinburgh Centre offers a la carte restaurant on site. This property is set within easy reach of Grassmarket and in the centre of Edinburgh.
Situated in Tollcross district, the hotel is set 1 km from the combined National Museum of Scotland. It is set in the shopping area, a few steps from the good old-fashioned Cameo Cinema. Novotel Edinburgh Centre is a short drive from Edinburgh Old Town.
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Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
From 145$
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile is a 4-star venue set in the shopping area of Edinburgh within metres of The Real Mary King's Close. Boasting 146 rooms and a gaming room and board games for children, the accommodation is settled in the centre of the city.
The surviving 17th-century high-tenement Gladstone's Land House is 750 metres from the aparthotel, while the beautifully restored art-deco Edinburgh Festival Theatre is 850 metres away. The city centre is a 5-minute walk away. Museum of Childhood is a few minutes away.
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The Place Hotel
From 144$
Offering unique accommodation with views over the city, Place Hotel is set next to Omni Centre in Edinburgh. The Metropolitan St Mary's Roman Catholic Cathedral and The Real Mary King's Close can be reached in 7 minutes' walk and 12 minutes' walk respectively.
The José Martí Scott Monument is a few steps away, while Edinburgh Waverley train station is within a 10 minutes' walk from the venue. The property is set within 1 km distance of the city centre. The combined National Museum of Scotland is also within a few minutes drive from The Place Hotel.
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Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian Hotel
From 306$
The 5-star Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian Hotel lies in West End district within a walking distance to the Leith Princes Street. Boasting 24-hour front desk, dry cleaning and housekeeping, this venue also provides guests with a meeting room, a xerox and a conference space.
The historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" and George Street are located at 1.1 km and 0.5 km respectively. The accommodation is close to the city's shopping area and Co-op Food. The impressive Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian Hotel is placed a few minutes' drive from Edinburgh Old Town.
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Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
From 158$
The impressive Macdonald Holyrood Hotel & Spa Edinburgh is situated in the old town district next to Dynamic Earth Museum. Boasting location next to the 16th-century Palace of Holyroodhouse, the venue offers 157 rooms together with a library bar onsite.
The historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" and Omni Centre are 18 minutes and 14 minutes' walk away respectively. This hotel is approximately 1 km from the centre of Edinburgh. Co-op Food is just a short drive away.
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Village Hotel Edinburgh
From 111$
The 4-star Village Hotel Edinburgh is a unique accommodation comprising 120 bright rooms within a few minutes drive from the landscaped Princes Street Gardens. Charlotte Square is 2.5 km from the venue and Edinburgh International Conference Centre is 2.6 km away.
This hotel is 4 km from the centre of Edinburgh and 20 minutes by car from Edinburgh airport.
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Yotel Edinburgh
From 105$
Yotel Edinburgh is set 1.2 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and boasts fitness facilities and a bar. The venue is located 2 km from the centre of Edinburgh and a couple of minutes' drive from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle".
This hotel offers accommodation in New Town district with nearby access to Charlotte Square. The green Flag park "Princes Street Gardens" is settled 17 minutes’ walk away. Edinburgh Gin Distillery is also located near the property.
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Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh
From 166$
Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh is situated in a shopping area of Edinburgh, 2.7 km from the royal Holyrood Park. Featuring 136 rooms with views of the city, this venue is set within a short ride from Arthur's Seat hike.
The Leith Princes Street is less than 0.6 km away. Attractions within walking distance include the art museum "Scottish National Gallery" and the legal deposit National Library of Scotland.
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Fraser Suites Edinburgh
From 182$
Fraser Suites Edinburgh is set in a touristic area of Edinburgh and gives access to the combined National Museum of Scotland, which is about 8 minutes' walk away. Set within reach of the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle", the venue features a la carte restaurant serving meals of local cuisine.
Royal Mile is located near the accommodation, and Edinburgh airport is approximately a 22-minute drive away. Guests staying at the hotel will find themselves less than 500 metres away from the landscaped Princes Street Gardens. Fraser Suites Edinburgh is a short ride from Royal Yacht Britannia.
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Cheval The Edinburgh Grand Aparthotel
From 278$
Cheval The Edinburgh Grand Aparthotel, situated in proximity to Calton Hill, entices guests with entertainment activities and a bar. The Leith Princes Street can be found 600 metres from the venue.
The accommodation is located in New Town district, 2.1 km from Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. You can get to the centre of Edinburgh in about 10 minutes' walk. You can get to the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" in a few minutes by car.
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Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, An Ihg Hotel
From 195$
Set within a 14-minute walk of The Real Mary King's Close, this 4-star Hotel Indigo Edinburgh is located near Omni Centre. For business travellers, conference equipment, a business centre and a xerox are available on request.
The venue is set in the vibrant part of Edinburgh, a few minutes away from The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. The accommodation is about 7 minutes' walk of Edinburgh Printmakers. Calton Hill is also located near the hotel.
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Doubletree By Hilton Edinburgh City Centre
From 238$
Doubletree By Hilton Edinburgh City Centre Hotel is located in the centre of Edinburgh, about 0.3 km distance from Edinburgh International Conference Centre. Set near The Scotch Whisky Experience, the venue overlooks the river and invites guests to have a drink at a 24-hour bar.
The accommodation is situated in West End district, near Grassmarket. Usher Hall is set just 0.4 km away. Located within a short drive form Arthur's Seat hike, this welcoming hotel puts the city at your fingertips.
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Courtyard By Marriott Edinburgh West Hotel
From 111$
The 4-star Courtyard By Marriott Edinburgh West Hotel is set 4.6 km from Edinburgh Corn Exchange and 6 km from BT Murrayfield Sports Stadium. For business travellers, a business centre and a conference space are available on request.
Heriot-Watt University is also located near the venue. The large parkland Edinburgh Zoo is just a short drive away.
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Intercontinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, An Ihg Hotel
From 125$
Intercontinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, An Ihg Hotel is a traditional 5-star venue set 500 metres from Co-op Food and 0.7 km from Royal Mile. Featuring 240 rooms with views of the terrace, this accommodation is set within a short ride from the royal Holyrood Park.
The hotel offers a prime location about 15 km from Edinburgh airport and a few minutes' walk from the Leith Princes Street. It takes 10 minutes on foot to get to Edinburgh city centre. The 200-foot spire "Scott Monument" is also located near the property.
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Prestonfield House Hotel
From 466$
Featuring complimentary parking, a golf course and live performances, Prestonfield House Hotel Edinburgh offers accommodation in Newington district, 2.5 km from Royal Mile. The venue provides 23 guestrooms appointed with plasma-screen TV, wireless Internet and lounge area for a pleasant stay in Edinburgh.
Grassmarket is less than 3 km away. The city centre is also 3 km away. Prestonfield House Hotel is placed a few minutes' drive from the combined National Museum of Scotland.