The Best Hotels Closest to Writers' Museum in Edinburgh for 2026

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

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

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

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large window.

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 hotel room with a plaid sofa, two armchairs, a round coffee table, a desk with a lamp, and a large mirror.

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

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

2. The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.3 mi from Writers' Museum

Abdullah

$471 nightly

$594 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 kitchen with dark cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a countertop with a sink.

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 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.

4. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.3 mi from Writers' Museum

Eevy

$447 nightly

$563 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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.

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

A modern living room with a green sofa, a coffee table with a vase, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

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.

6. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 mi from Writers' Museum

Blake

$236 nightly

$298 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

A historic building with the sign "Hotel du Vin & Bistro" indicating a restaurant and hotel.

7. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 mi from Writers' Museum

Kathleen

$214 nightly

$270 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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.

8. Eden Locke

New Town, 0.5 mi from Writers' Museum

Emelmarie

$155 nightly

$196 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

A view of a historic castle from a window, with a statue in the foreground.

A dimly lit bar area with wooden furniture, stone walls, and a large poster of a mechanical device.

A bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, a view of the city through the window, and a geometric wall design.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a large island with bottles, and pendant lighting.

9. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

West End, 0.5 mi from Writers' Museum

Ellyn

$206 nightly

$260 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

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

10. Braid Apartments by Mansley

New Town, 0.4 mi from Writers' Museum

Margie Pecks

$166 nightly

$209 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a blue toaster. A grey sofa with checkered cushions is positioned against a wall, and a floor lamp is visible to the right.

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.

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

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 room with a large window, a fireplace, and a chair with a cushion.

12. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

New Town, 0.5 mi from Writers' Museum

Matthew

$223 nightly

$281 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 theater with rows of leather seats, a large screen, and wall sconces.

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

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

13. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 mi from Writers' Museum

Joshua

$103 nightly

$130 total

Nov 5 - Nov 6

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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 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

$174 nightly

$219 total

Nov 19 - Nov 20

Total with taxes and fees

A building entrance with a classical design, featuring a central door with a glass panel, flanked by columns, and a small window with plants.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, a bowl of oranges, and a book.

A dining area with a table set for a meal, a sofa, and a cabinet with a sign.

A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa set, a bar area, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

15. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

New Town, 0.5 mi from Writers' Museum

Alexis

$144 nightly

$181 total

Nov 10 - Nov 11

Total with taxes and fees

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

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.

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

16. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Southside, 0.5 mi from Writers' Museum

Michael

$132 nightly

$166 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV, wooden shelves with decorative items, and a large window with a view.

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

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

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

A lobby with a checkered floor, a central seating area, and a large painting on the back wall.

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

New Town, 0.3 mi from Writers' Museum

Amy

$330 nightly

$416 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A bar area with marble counters, gold chairs, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

19. Tigerlily

New Town, 0.5 mi from Writers' Museum

DANIELA

$226 nightly

$284 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

A historic cityscape with a prominent church steeple, dense architecture, and a mountain in the background.

A view through a window of a castle-like structure surrounded by greenery.

A black door with a gold handle and a sign above it that reads "18 Hanover Street".

A spacious living room with a grey sofa, orange chairs, a small table with a plant, and a fireplace.

20. Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments

New Town, 0.2 mi from Writers' Museum

Taylor

$193 nightly

$243 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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 1,544 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh	9.8 Exceptional 861 reviews	View
100 Princes Street	9.8 Exceptional 78 reviews	View
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh	9.6 Exceptional 1,465 reviews	View

Top Writers' Museum Hotel Reviews

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We truly enjoyed our stay at the Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel. The staff were very attentive and helpful, and helped arrange a surprise (cake and balloons) for my wife's birthday. The room was large by European standards and the bathroom was elegant, well equipped, and also very spacious. The bed was extremely comfortable and we appreciated the extras (slippers and robe) and a welcome plate of fruit and chocolates. The only negatives were the condition of some very easily remedied aspects of our room and property. The hotel was a little dated and needed refreshing in some areas. For example, although not terrible, our room needed a fresh coat of paint and the carpets could use cleaning. Also a sofa in a common area on our floor was completely worn and in need of replacement. With a few of these updates this could become a 5 Star hotel across the board. All in all, it was a good experience and I would consider returning on another stay in Edinburgh."

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"We absolutely loved our stay at this hotel! Everything was exceptionally clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The staff was wonderful—always friendly, welcoming, and eager to help with anything we needed. The location was fantastic, with so many attractions, shops, and restaurants nearby, making it easy to explore and enjoy our trip. The hotel was worth every penny and truly made our visit even more memorable. Our only regret is that we didn’t have enough time to experience everything the area has to offer! We enjoyed ourselves so much that we’re already planning a return trip in the next few years. We highly recommend this hotel and would gladly stay here again!"

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Good hotel and clean room. But the towel rail not functioning"

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, really stylish especially for the price. The wee double room was basic in amenities but thoughtfully decorated and had what you need, spotless too! It was definitely wee but perfect for one person and more than suitable for two if you’re happy to be cosy! They accommodated bag storage and late check out without a fuss and were friendly and helpful."

Stay Central

10/10 Excellent

"N/A"

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable beds, helpful staff."

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was helpful with storing our luggage and getting a cab when needed. Centrally located."

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"10/10. I stayed from Oct 7-13 in a superior suite because I didn’t want to share my space. It was absolutely amazing. The hostel as a whole was clean, cute, and safe. As a female solo traveler, safety was my main priority and I felt secure throughout my whole stay. The room was cute with an amazing view of St Giles Cathedral. I didn’t venture to the common shared spaces because my itinerary was full but the areas I did visit like the cafe and bar, I enjoyed. The location was perfect. On the Royal Mile. Close to many shops and restaurants. I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend his hostel."

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. 100 Princes Street

5. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

6. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

7. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

8. Eden Locke

9. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

10. Braid Apartments by Mansley

11. Edinburgh Nine

12. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

13. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

14. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

15. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

16. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

17. Roomzzz Edinburgh

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

19. Tigerlily

20. Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments

Compare popular hotels close to Writers' Museum

Top Writers' Museum Hotel Reviews

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Stay Central

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

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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