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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
0.1 mi from Edinburgh Castle
The price is $88 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
4.4/5 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Love the property but there was no VIP treatment of any kind."

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2022

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
4 out of 5
0.2 mi from Edinburgh Castle
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $101 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
4.4/5 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Well located, right in the middle of the action but quite at night."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2022

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
2 out of 5
0.5 mi from Edinburgh Castle
The price is $76 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
4.4/5 Wonderful! (220 reviews)
"Shower room is a little dirty"

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2022

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Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
4 out of 5
0.6 mi from Edinburgh Castle
The price is $177 per night from Oct 10 to Oct 11
4.2/5 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"The attitude and the service of the staff was excellent. We were made to feel very welcome from the moment we stepped in to the hotel. The breakfast buffet was very good. The room and the amenities were superb. The Hilton Carlton will most definitely be our choice of stay in our future visits to ..."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2022

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
3 out of 5
0.6 mi from Edinburgh Castle
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $98 per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
4.2/5 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"I just live in my home. As I come out from my room, there are some uses of multipurpose of tables as living rooms and dinning rooms you can see. When I have a breakfast, no purpose sit down here, thank you for your kindness."

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2022

The Balmoral Hotel

The Balmoral Hotel
5 out of 5
0.6 mi from Edinburgh Castle
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $246 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
4.8/5 Exceptional! (997 reviews)
"Beautiful ***** hotel! Right in the middle of all the things you want to do in Edinburg! We also did the afternoon tea at the Palm hotel and it was wonderful! Worth every penny!"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2022

Jurys Inn Edinburgh

Jurys Inn Edinburgh
4 out of 5
0.7 mi from Edinburgh Castle
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $120 per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
4/5 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Close to everything we wanted to see! Great experience overall and right next to the Royal Mile. Super clean and accommodating staff!"

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2022

Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
3.5 out of 5
0.7 mi from Edinburgh Castle
The price is $79 per night from Oct 9 to Oct 10
4.4/5 Wonderful! (749 reviews)
"The location was good and easy to catch transit (the #2bus takes you to the hot spots). Breakfast is reasonable and very tasty. The room was small but very comfortable. Bathroom had a nice hot shower. The only negative was that because the room is set up to be eco-friendly, when you are not in the ..."

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2022

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
0.7 mi from Edinburgh Castle
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $146 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
4.5/5 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Parking for check in was non existent. Parking for the property was inconvenient and no helpful"

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2022

Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket

Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket
4 out of 5
0.9 mi from Edinburgh Castle
The price is $101 per night from Oct 3 to Oct 4
4.1/5 Very Good! (1,177 reviews)
Excellent welcome exceeded expectations!
"Fantastic staff on book in desk, both ladies (one was duty manager) we dealt with on arrival and departure showed us a very warm welcome and provided us with an excellent & over and above level of service. Thoughtful, helpful and and eye for the customers needs. Both ladies were exceptional and should ..."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2022

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Lowest Price $76
Highest Price $246

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Edinburgh Castle?

Edinburgh Castle is located in a historic area of Edinburgh known for its top museums and popular art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 1798 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Edinburgh Castle?

Adjacent to Edinburgh Castle, Apex Grassmarket Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 4-star hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Jurys Inn Edinburgh and YOTEL Edinburgh.

Which popular hotels near Edinburgh Castle are known for their enhanced cleaning measures?

ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square, located a short 8-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle, is a 3-star hotel offering property cleaning with disinfectant, linens washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F, and contactless check-in. For more choices, browse all properties close to Edinburgh Castle with enhanced sanitizing measures.

How many hotels are there near Edinburgh Castle?

Expedia has 1798 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Edinburgh Castle.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Edinburgh Castle, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Edinburgh Castle.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Edinburgh Castle?

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What can I see and do near Edinburgh Castle?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland, or Writers' Museum. Royal Mile, Grassmarket, and St. Giles' Cathedral are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can check out the local talent at Usher Hall, Festival Theatre, and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

How can I get to Edinburgh Castle?

If you're taking a train into town, Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are the closest stations to Old Town Edinburgh. There might not be many public transit options near Edinburgh Castle so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

Recent reviews of Edinburgh Castle hotels
expedia verified reviews

  • Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket

    Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket

    5/5 Excellent
    Excellent welcome exceeded expectations!
    "Fantastic staff on book in desk, both ladies (one was duty manager) we dealt with on arrival and departure showed us a very warm welcome and provided us with an excellent & over and above level of service. Thoughtful, helpful and and eye for the customers needs. Both ladies were exceptional and should be highly valued employees."
    A verified traveler stayed at Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket
    Posted 1 day ago
    Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket
  • Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

    Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

    5/5 Excellent
    "The attitude and the service of the staff was excellent. We were made to feel very welcome from the moment we stepped in to the hotel. The breakfast buffet was very good. The room and the amenities were superb. The Hilton Carlton will most definitely be our choice of stay in our future visits to Edinburgh. "
    A verified traveler stayed at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
    Posted 2 days ago
    Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
  • YOTEL Edinburgh

    YOTEL Edinburgh

    5/5 Excellent
    "Great hotel location and excellent rooms. Super recommended."
    A verified traveler stayed at YOTEL Edinburgh
    Posted 3 days ago
    YOTEL Edinburgh
  • Jurys Inn Edinburgh

    Jurys Inn Edinburgh

    5/5 Excellent
    "Close to everything we wanted to see! Great experience overall and right next to the Royal Mile. Super clean and accommodating staff!"
    A verified traveler stayed at Jurys Inn Edinburgh
    Posted 5 days ago
    Jurys Inn Edinburgh
  • Old Waverley Hotel

    Old Waverley Hotel

    5/5 Excellent
    "the location was excellent"
    A verified traveler stayed at Old Waverley Hotel
    Posted 6 days ago
    Old Waverley Hotel
  • Wilde Aparthotels By Staycity Grassmarket

    Wilde Aparthotels By Staycity Grassmarket

    5/5 Excellent
    "The location was perfect. We could walk to the Castle, restaurants and shops. Parking would be an issue if you’re driving a car but taking a taxi was the best decision ever. We stayed the first night there as well as the last and we’d stay there again. "
    A verified traveler stayed at Wilde Aparthotels By Staycity Grassmarket
    Posted 7 days ago
    Wilde Aparthotels By Staycity Grassmarket
  • Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

    Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

    5/5 Excellent
    "Well located, right in the middle of the action but quite at night."
    A verified traveler stayed at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
    Posted 8 days ago
    Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
  • ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square

    ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square

    5/5 Excellent
    "We had a great stay at the ibis, staff was friendly and quick to respond, lounge was very cute, the location was easy to find and clean, and the beds were very comfortable."
    A verified traveler stayed at ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square
    Posted 8 days ago
    ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square
  • Market Street Hotel

    Market Street Hotel

    5/5 Excellent
    "Qq"
    A verified traveler stayed at Market Street Hotel
    Posted 8 days ago
    Market Street Hotel

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