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A modern lounge area with contemporary furniture, large windows, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern interior with yellow and black chairs, wooden tables, and a patterned rug.

A balcony with seating, a potted plant, and a view of the cityscape.

A bathroom with two large, dark stone sinks, a mirror, and a towel rack.

1. Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.1 mi from Writers' Museum

Kirby

$158 nightly

$199 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A grand lobby with a central floral arrangement, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, elegant furniture, and decorative wall art.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a wooden ladder, and a bar counter.

2. The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.3 mi from Writers' Museum

Abdullah

$472 nightly

$595 total

Nov 11 - Nov 12

Total with taxes and fees

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a stone building in the background.

A modern bar area with a neon sign, a menu board, and a staircase leading to other rooms.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a neon sign on the wall.

A modern loft-style apartment with a kitchen, living area, and a staircase.

3. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.4 mi from Writers' Museum

kimberly

$206 nightly

$259 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

A rooftop terrace with wicker chairs, a small table with a cup and snacks, and a view of a castle-like building in the background.

A restaurant interior with stone walls, hanging light fixtures, and bar area with shelves of bottles.

A historic building with multiple stories, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a red door.

A hallway with a patterned rug, wooden bookshelves, a reception desk, and a blue carpeted area.

4. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, < 0.1 mi from Writers' Museum

Peter

$259 nightly

$326 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A grand hallway with a marble floor, a staircase, and a decorative chandelier.

A luxurious bedroom with a large bed, a tray of liquor bottles, and candle holders.

A dining area with a table set for tea, a green sofa, and a view of a castle.

A grand entrance with columns, a sign reading "100 PRINCES STREET," and two symmetrical topiary bushes.

5. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.3 mi from Writers' Museum

Eevy

$550 nightly

$693 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor patio area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, stone flooring, and a small building with a sloped roof.

A restaurant with stone walls, leather seating, and a table set with wine glasses and a candle.

A wedding ceremony setup with rows of chairs, floral decorations, and a backdrop of a painting.

A bar area with a wine rack, a large metal sink, and a bottle of wine.

6. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 mi from Writers' Museum

Kathleen

$221 nightly

$279 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden desk, a bathtub, and a stone wall.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large mural.

A dining table set for two with a view of a building through a window.

A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a chair, and a stone wall backdrop.

7. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 mi from Writers' Museum

Blake

$237 nightly

$298 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

A modern interior with a marble bar, wooden chairs, and potted plants.

A bar with a glass front, wicker furniture, and a potted plant outside.

A staircase with a golden handrail leading to a kitchen area with white cabinets and a stainless steel sink.

A room with two wicker chairs, a small table, and large potted plants near a window with a view of buildings.

8. Eden Locke

New Town, 0.5 mi from Writers' Museum

Lauren

$155 nightly

$196 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a corner building with a distinctive tower and a shop with a sign reading "HENDRONS".

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a stainless steel range hood, and a black telephone. There is a dining area with a glass table, two chairs, and a bowl of fruit. Large windows provide a view of the city.

A reception area with a glass desk, a fire extinguisher, and a television displaying a cityscape.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa.

9. Braid Apartments by Mansley

New Town, 0.4 mi from Writers' Museum

Margie Pecks

$169 nightly

$213 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

A neatly made bed with a folded towel, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel countertop, a kettle, a toaster, and a paper towel dispenser.

A modern living room with a dining table, a vase of flowers, and a fruit bowl. There are two sofas, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A modern living room with a grey sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a desk with a lamp.

10. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

Tollcross, 0.4 mi from Writers' Museum

Hanneke

$155 nightly

$195 total

Nov 9 - Nov 10

Total with taxes and fees

A historic stone building with a large window and a view of a castle on a hill.

A bedroom with a large window, a blue headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a neatly made bed with rolled towels.

A modern room with a sofa, a wooden wardrobe, and a window with a view of parked cars.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of buildings.

11. Edinburgh Nine

Tollcross, 0.4 mi from Writers' Museum

Steve

$164 nightly

$206 total

Nov 9 - Nov 10

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious indoor patio with a high ceiling, featuring a central round table surrounded by wicker chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and various potted plants.

A spacious indoor area with high ceilings, wooden tables, wicker furniture, and hanging plants.

A modern indoor seating area with two chairs and a round table, surrounded by potted plants and a glass ceiling.

A historic building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with steps.

12. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

New Town, 0.5 mi from Writers' Museum

Claire

$223 nightly

$281 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious living room with a fireplace, two leather armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A four-poster bed with a view of the city, a fireplace, and a television in a hotel room.

A grand staircase with ornate woodwork and a clock, leading to a room with patterned wallpaper and a framed painting.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large mirror.

13. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

New Town, 0.5 mi from Writers' Museum

George

$135 nightly

$170 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

A buffet setup with various food items, a refrigerator, and a bar area.

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter and stools, a seating area with a sofa and ottoman, and a neon sign above the bar.

A wooden panel wall with a framed picture, two black floor lamps, and a marble countertop with a potted plant.

A sign with the name 'Wilde' against a backdrop of lush greenery and a historic building under a blue sky.

14. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 mi from Writers' Museum

Raymundo

$155 nightly

$194 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a view of a clock tower, and distant mountains.

A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, evenly spaced windows, and a central entrance with a canopy.

A grand, circular staircase with intricate geometric patterns on the walls and floor, leading to an upper level.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.

15. The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

New Town, 0.3 mi from Writers' Museum

Amy

$331 nightly

$417 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, and a view of a cityscape and tower through the window.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a wooden wardrobe, and a balcony with a view of a cityscape.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a view to the outside.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a store with shelves.

16. Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, 0.4 mi from Writers' Museum

Sandra L

$159 nightly

$200 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

A multi-story building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and illuminated signs.

A reception desk with two staff members, a modern interior with seating, and framed artwork on the walls.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, a television, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A bar area with a counter, stools, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

17. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Southside, 0.5 mi from Writers' Museum

Joao

$132 nightly

$167 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, umbrellas, and potted plants.

A bar area with a marble countertop, various bottles, a beer tap, and a decorative glass bowl with greenery.

A building with the sign "Tiger Lily" above the entrance. There are flower boxes with pink flowers on the windowsills.

A room with a fireplace, red and green upholstered seating, patterned wallpaper, and a geometric floor design.

18. Tigerlily

New Town, 0.5 mi from Writers' Museum

DANIELA

$197 nightly

$248 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

A modern living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a city view.

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a television, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a glass-top dining table, and a view of the city through a large window.

19. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

Old Town Edinburgh, < 0.1 mi from Writers' Museum

Susan

$696 nightly

$724 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a bar counter with a coffee machine, and hanging light fixtures.

A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and pillows, a brown headboard, and two bedside lamps.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, stone walls, and pendant lighting.

A theater lobby with a stone archway, plush seating, a fireplace, and a red curtain backdrop.

20. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 mi from Writers' Museum

Joshua

$97 nightly

$122 total

Nov 5 - Nov 6

Total with taxes and fees

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Compare popular hotels close to Writers' Museum

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Market Street Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,541 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh	9.8 Exceptional 860 reviews	View
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh	9.6 Exceptional 1,464 reviews	View
100 Princes Street	9.8 Exceptional 78 reviews	View

Top Writers' Museum Hotel Reviews

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, staff polite, extra requests health with brilliantly. Would highly recommend paying the extra to stay is this part of Edinburgh at this hotel"

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Great location for city center exploring & very close to Waverly Station for day trips exploring the area. Hotel staff were knowledgeable about the area and we used their expertise frequently."

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was so wonderful!"

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing location to walk to all that Edinburgh has to offer … the staff was friendly & helpful."

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Central location, lovely staff and the rooms are nice and spacious."

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

8/10 Good

"Excellent minimalist twin room. Breakfast was average."

Market Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was close proximity to your needs and wants. If you are there for a day and just needed some rest every thing was right there."

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"First Class experience from start to finish! The Virgin company, hands down, knows what they are doing when it comes to travel and hospitality, coming from someone who was once an executive of a 5 star luxury brand. Virgin Edinburgh was such a vibe. The whole aesthetic is sexy, sultry and ever so inviting. You are immersed in intrigue at every turn with the eccentric decor and vibrancy of color throughout the hotel. The staff, First Class from the moment we were greeted at the door, to check-in, the bar and each restaurant, to the housekeeping staff, excellence every step of the way. This brand does not miss a beat. We were celebrating two momentous occasions; 30 years married and my 50th Birthday and the thoughtful gestures extended were immensely appreciated by both myself and my husband. The hotel manager, unfortunately I didn’t get his name, even went as far as looking through several cases of whiskey just to find the certain numbered bottle my husband was looking to purchase. That in itself, to the extra mile, was above and beyond. Throughout our stay, there were so many of these little gestures that made my heart pitter patter and solidified my loyalty not only to this hotel in future travels but to the brand itself, Virgin. This company knows what personality makes the brand successful. Perfect location! Near Royal Mile & Victoria St. It’s on the higher price point but you get what you pay for. Book it! You won’t regret it!"

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"Really great experience. Excellent location."

Other attractions near Writers' Museum

Castlehill

You can find out about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Castlehill. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Museum on the Mound

8.4/10 (12 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Museum on the Mound, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed art scene.

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Gladstone's Land

8.4/10 (9 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Gladstone's Land. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.

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Riddle's Court

You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a visit to Riddle's Court. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.

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David Hume's Statue

You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a trip to David Hume's Statue. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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The Hub

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting The Hub, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.

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Highland Tolbooth Kirk

Learn about the local history of Edinburgh with a stop at Highland Tolbooth Kirk. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

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Old Tolbooth

You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Old Tolbooth. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Writers' Museum?

Writers' Museum 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 1593 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Writers' Museum?

Adjacent to Writers' Museum, Apex Grassmarket Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good options close by include Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection and YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Writers' Museum?

Expedia has 1593 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Writers' Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Writers' Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Writers' Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Writers' Museum?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Writers' Museum, click here.

What can I see and do near Writers' Museum?

Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland, and Museum on the Mound feature captivating exhibits. While you're exploring, swing by Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, and St. Giles' Cathedral to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Festival Theatre, Usher Hall, and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Writers' Museum?

To explore the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Edinburgh Waverley Station or Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station). There might not be many public transit options to choose from close to Writers' Museum so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Writers' Museum hotels

1. Market Street Hotel

2. The Balmoral Hotel

3. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

4. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5. 100 Princes Street

6. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

7. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

8. Eden Locke

9. Braid Apartments by Mansley

10. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

11. Edinburgh Nine

12. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

13. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

14. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

15. The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

16. Roomzzz Edinburgh

17. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

18. Tigerlily

19. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

20. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

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Top Writers' Museum Hotel Reviews

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

Market Street Hotel

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Other attractions near Writers' Museum

Castlehill

Museum on the Mound

Gladstone's Land

Riddle's Court

David Hume's Statue

The Hub

Highland Tolbooth Kirk

Old Tolbooth

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