The 30 Best Hotel in Edinburgh

“I had a fantastic stay at this hotel in North Queensferry. The room was amazing — spacious, clean, and incredibly comfortable, with a bed that made it hard to get up in the morning. The restaurant was another highlight; the food was truly top-notch and worth every bite. If you can, definitely choose a room with a view of the bridge. It’s absolutely stunning and adds something special to the whole experience. Parking is available, but finding a spot on the weekends can be a bit challenging, so it’s worth keeping that in mind. Aside from that, the staff and service were exactly what you’d expect from a hotel of this brand: professional, attentive, and consistently helpful. Overall, a wonderful stay in a beautiful location.”

“Stayed the night as a guest for a wedding that took place at the castle. Gorgeous venue with plenty of history. Spent the evening chatting with other wedding guests in the library bar which was cozy and beautiful. In the morning we went for a stroll out on the grounds which we really enjoyed. Had fun observing the ponies who were grazing in the paddock. Staff were overall very nice. Lovely stay.”

“We had our end of season dinner there and the staff at the Tweeddale were fantastic and accommodating to our requirements. Food was great and we’ll definitely be back.”

“I would like to take this opportunity to say that I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the Premier Hub in Haymarket. After a few teething issues when I arrived outwith anyone's control. Staff members Jordan and Stefania were indeed extremely helpful in finding me, a nice clean on suite room at short notice. I found all the facilities to be well maintained and clean and the wider access accessibility entery. All in all it made my stay in Edinburgh all the more enjoyable. The aforementioned staff are a credit to the Premier Hub organisation”

“Huge shout out to Lewis/Louis who helped us in the middle of the night navigate the Edinburgh emergency medical services and helping us get a ride to hospital at 0400! Great place to stay with a full kitchen, a separate bedroom, and a lot of room for a European place to stay. The building is beautiful from the outside, and well decorated inside. The front desk is the bar area and check-in was done via tablet and very quick. The host helped us with keys, went over a few things and gave us directions to our room. The bedroom had more than enough light, a big window (not much of a view), a comfortable, clean bed and adequate plugs to recharge electronics. The small bedside lamps were great for low light and reading in the evening. The bathroom was big and had more than enough room for two people to get ready about the same time. The only real compliant is one of almost every European hotel - no plugs for a hair dryer and the lighting is not very good for a woman to do her makeup. The kitchen area had a full sink, enough plates and silverware for four people, mugs, cups, and wine glasses. The refrigerator was very large and the washer/dryer was neatly tucked away in a large cabinet. In the "living room" area was a couch, a chair, small desk with an office-type chair, and a pull out smaller table from under the desk. The Marshall Bluetooth speaker was a nice touch. Next to the desk was an armoir that had a mirrored door and contained the iron, ironing board and small safe. Room 205 is at the end of the hall so it was very quiet the entire time we were there.”

“We loved staying here, we got everything we needed. The reception staff were absolutely splendid to deal with, particularly after being aware we had just got off a flight from Australia. The rooms were clean and pleasant. The location is a convenient 15-20min walk to the city centre. Any buses or trains we needed were available from the very close Haymarket Station. I would definitely stay here again if I come back to Edinburgh. Thank you!”

“This was a fantastic hotel in a very great central location to the west end and the main highways. The service was exceptional from all staff, particularly Alexander, who made our visit special. The food, two breakfasts and a dinner, were amazing and the bar was quaint. The room amenities were above board, including drinks, snacks, cleanliness and service. We will definitely stay here again when we return. Five star all the way.”

“What a pleasant stay! The staff were lovely, the room was spacious, clean and well appointed, particularly the bathroom! The hotel is located a 15 minute walk away from town centre, so it's great if you don't mind a walk. It means the local area is quiet compared to staying in town centre. Would definitely stay again!”

“We've often seen a show here for the Fringe but not prepared to pay over the odds for a room. However, we did have a meal here this week which was excellent. It's a small, relaxed bar area. Staff were very welcoming and attentive. Prices surprisingly reasonable too, especially during the Fringe. Will definitely return for a meal on our next visit”

“Was last at this establishment 4 years ago. Booked a bigger room, located on the 5th floor, was very quiet and peaceful, the room had a reasonable view over the rooftops. Largely the room was fine, however small matters like the curling wallpaper and stained carpets tainted our overall experience. On a positive note the bed and bathroom were excellent and we had a good and peaceful sleep each night. Continental breakfast which cost £6pp, was good value and set is up for the day ahead. Brilliant location, very central for transport, shops and eateries.”

“Such a beautiful location. We had the castle view and it was awesome! But what made our trip was the front desk - Alasdair! My mother and I loved him. He is very friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and we always hoped he was at the front desk when we came by. We will book again just for him because he truly loves his job/Edinburgh and you feel it from the moment he greets you!”

“Absolutely perfect city centre location, a stones throw from Edinburgh Waverly Station. The rooms are an excellent size compared to some hotels in the city centre for a competitive price. Very clean room and a nice lounge bar area”

“The staff could not be more friendly and helpful. The hotel is clean and beautiful. It's like your staying in someone's home. And the location is just perfect for getting around.”

“Really liked our 3 nt stay here. The place is dated but that adds to the charm of it. The location is really good and only a short walk to the centre of town. Breakfast is available (not a cooked breakfast) but you can get cereals, bars, smoothies and other small items up to 15 items per person delivered to your door each morning using a tick sheet you leave downstairs with coffee available downstairs. We enjoyed our stay and would be happy staying here again.”

“We loved the room, it was very spacious, spotless clean and comfy. High standard. We were positively surprised by the size of the room. Tea, coffe and a kettle and treats in the room was a nice touch. However the best was the amazing owners who went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and well taken care of. We would definitely like to visit this place again and highly recommend it!”

“We truly enjoyed our stay at the Parliament House Hotel. Room was perfect and comfortable and shower and bath was nice, with toiletries and hair dryer provided. We had an upper floor and needed to walk up a few flights of stairs which we didn't mind, but lower floors have direct access to the lifts. The room was clean with coffee and tea and cookies provided. Loved being near Calton hill and the price we very reasonable compared to similar hotels. I would definitely stay here again.”

“Staying at Malmaison was a great experience. Arriving from a red eye at 6:30am, we weren't expecting to be able to get into a room until later that afternoon but they were able to upgrade us when we arrived for only £20! The room was spacious and modern with a moody flair. Would definitely recommend the stay there.”

“Stayed at the hotel from September 16-18, the duty manager, and all staff were so wonderful. When we checked out I was waiting for my partner to grab the car and sitting with my bags and the duty manager went and grabbed me a coffee. Room was clean and comfortable, spa was great. Highly recommend”

“We stayed here for two weeks recently and had a great experience. The location is walkable to the train station and the shops and there are grocery stores nearby. The rooms are clean, well stocked and comfortable . The front desk staff, especially Katherine, are friendly and helpful. This location is approximately 30 min from the airport and a taxi is approximately 35 pound fare. Would definitely stay here again”

“Very nice and cozy apartment. Well located, less than 5 minutes walk to the Royal Mile. There are also a lot of restaurants and bars in the area. The apartment was quite big, the kitchen was well equipped, the washing machine and coffee machine were a great bonus. I totally recommend it for those who visit the city and want to experience living in the old town!”

“Stayed here overnight 21 august 2025 as we were going to meadowfield to see acdc. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. We stayed in room 5. The room was lovely, comfortable bed. Breakfast was perfectly cooked, quality ingredients. Really can't fault this hotel, would gladly stay here again.”

“Great spot. Clean rooms. Fantastic service at the front desk and in the breakfast restaurant. Great location - a bit quieter than the places south but still close enough to walk to everything. I would not hesitate to stay here again.”

“LOVE THIS HOTEL! You walk inside and in but a moment you've entered this beautiful, modern oasis...your new home away from home...in one of the world's most extraordinary cities!! The reception desk staff are some of the most gracious and patient people I've had the pleasure to meet and interact with... They set the mood beautifully. My room was on the front side of the hotel and from my modern room the ancient building across the way was a perfect "opposites attract" kind of moment! Everything about my room was quirky, fun, hip, and most comfortable and quiet!! The giant shower was equally decadent and soothing all at the same time! My giant bed was sooooo equally comfortable and soothing after long days of walking all over Edinburgh.... Just saying! The breakfast buffet in the very nice dining room was quite delicious and full of choices that should appeal to even picky eaters. The staff aim to make everyone happy and I think they succeed beautifully! The neighborhood is quirky and the hotel is just around the corner and a short walk from Edinburgh Castle! I highly recommend this well-appointed modern hotel and the great team of personnel who all make it tick with great ease and excellence! Bravo!!”

“Yeah nah yeah, really good food”

“Stayed here recently for a night and it was amazing. Our room was clean and spacious with incredible view. We ate in the restaurant in evening and Michelle our waitress was so friendly and attentive. Highly recommend this hotel.”

“Nice and clean room's. Plenty of space to dine and the bar area is reasonably sized. Parking, Plenty of spaces and will fit the larger SUV style car's too. Staff are polite, friendly and very helpful. Pool, steam room and the changing area's all in good order and clean. Can't remember on the pool area but the room's and bar are wheelchair accessible. In house WIFI available. Would I visit again? Yes yes I would. We found it a very good spot for excursions as it's located near the main road's and made the day trips start well. No body wants to sit in traffic at the very start of a day out. Forth bridge and Kelpies are very close by if you want to cross them off your bucket lists quickly.”

“10/10 the hotel staff is so friendly. They answered all of our questions kindly and to the fullest extent. We had a few questions throughout our stay and either called down or visited the desk. The building is also an old historic hospital which just adds to the charm. Breakfast was tasty, the room was cozy. We would come back for sure!”

“Very nice hotel and the staff and breakfast were excellent. The problem I had was finding the hotel as it is on Edinburgh University campus area and there is no signage on the side of the hotel facing the road. The room was really nice with interesting lighting features. They do offer free parking and it is 6 minutes from the airport”

“Excellent hotel. We stayed in an executive room after a free upgrade which was dreamy. The rooms were clean and bright, though there's some light staining on some of the carpet. Nothing too bad, probably just needs a refresh. Showers were amazing, and the bed was super comfortable. Staff were all really friendly and helpful. It's about a 5/10 min walk to Victoria Street, so about 10/15 to the Royal Mile. Overall - fantastic for a stay in Edinburgh.”

“With some mixed reviews I wasn’t sure what to expect at Kildonan, but I was pleasantly surprised. Myself and a family member enjoyed a beautiful 3-night stay in this hotel, which truly has a homely vibe. With great transport links from the city centre we arrived within 20 minutes. Hamza greeted us warmly on arrival, helped us check in, and kindly showed us to our room, which was quietly situated away from the main house. The grounds were well-kept, and our room overlooked a quaint little garden. Despite ample parking nearby, it remained a peaceful spot. The room was modern yet cozy, with thoughtful touches such as bottled water, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and cookies. A flat-screen TV, plenty of storage, and a bath all added to the comfort. Whenever we needed assistance, receptionists were just a phone call away and always dealt with queries professionally. Housekeeping staff were cheerful, asking daily if we wanted our room cleaned or snacks replenished. Ricardo at the main desk was another highlight — friendly, humorous, and professional, he made us feel right at home. On our last day, with a late train to catch, the hotel kindly stored our luggage. When we returned, a lovely receptionist even welcomed us to enjoy some tea before heading off, which was a thoughtful touch. The only downside was accessibility: stairs are unavoidable in most areas, and although some ground-level rooms exist, they are limited. This could be a challenge for less mobile guests. Overall, Kildonan was welcoming, comfortable, and full of friendly faces. I would happily return and recommend it for a relaxing stay.”