A short walk from Royal Mile and Princes Street, The Inn On The Mile provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Bar
Laundry
Housekeeping
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Located in Old Town Edinburgh, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, The Inn On The Mile is near a train station. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
82 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1LL
What's nearby
Royal Mile
1 min walk - 0.1 miles
St. Giles' Cathedral
3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Victoria Street
6 min walk - 0.3 miles
Grassmarket
7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Edinburgh Castle
10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Getting around
Edinburgh Waverley Station
3 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop
9 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
18 min drive
Restaurants
The Milkman
4 min walk
Starbucks
1 min walk
Bella Italia
1 min walk
Cafe Edinburgh
2 min walk
Landy’s
About this property
The Inn On The Mile
Upscale inn near Royal Mile
A short walk from Princes Street and University of Edinburgh, The Inn On The Mile provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this inn include:
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), outdoor furniture, and evening entertainment
Smoke-free premises, coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
The Inn on The Mile Bar
Things to do
Evening entertainment
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
No elevator
More
1 building
3 floors
Smoking not allowed
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Plasma TV with premium satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Minibar
More
Desk
Heating
Individual decor
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [The Scotsman, 20 North Bridge EH1 1TR.]
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
Early check-in fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property class
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Inn On The Mile pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Inn On The Mile?
As of Aug 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inn On The Mile on Aug 31, 2026 start from $238, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at The Inn On The Mile?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 10 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at The Inn On The Mile?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 10 (subject to availability).
Where is The Inn On The Mile located?
Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this inn is steps from City Chambers and Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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