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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a small dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a white cabinet, a wooden slat wall, a potted plant, and a round table.

A modern kitchen with a sink, countertop, and potted plant. There is a green sofa and a small round table with a glass.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a potted plant on a window sill.

1. South Lane Apartments - City Centre

New Town, 0.4 mi from Writers' Museum

Shawna

$238 nightly

$300 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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.

2. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.4 mi from Writers' Museum

Philip

$281 nightly

$354 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Total with taxes and fees

A balcony with two modern chairs, a small table, and two glasses of orange juice.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small round table, and a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances.

A modern building with large windows, a stone-paved courtyard, and a clear blue sky.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small sofa, a dining area with two chairs, and a TV on the wall.

3. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Broughton, 0.6 mi from Writers' Museum

Robert

$230 nightly

$289 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

A courtyard with a brick building, a staircase, and a modern entrance.

4. Stay Hush

Holyrood, 0.6 mi from Writers' Museum

Patricia

$234 nightly

$294 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, and a balcony with a view of the city.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, a dining area with a marble table, and a view through large windows.

A modern living room with a fireplace, blue furniture, and a large window.

5. RÌGH Residences

New Town, 0.4 mi from Writers' Museum

Rohan

$254 nightly

$321 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Total with taxes and fees

A view of a castle through a window, with a table and some items in the foreground.

A round table with a plate of croissants, a coffee maker, and several black cups.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinetry, a marble countertop, and a built-in shelf above the sink holding glasses, a plant, and books.

6. Moment George IV Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.1 mi from Writers' Museum

Richard

$305 nightly

$363 total

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

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.

7. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 mi from Writers' Museum

Suzette

$294 nightly

$370 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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 bar area with red chairs and a long counter, a fireplace with a painting above it, and a seating area with a sofa and tables.

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

8. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, < 0.1 mi from Writers' Museum

Boris

$479 nightly

$604 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Total with taxes and fees

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

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.

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.

9. Edinburgh Nine

Tollcross, 0.4 mi from Writers' Museum

Steve

$182 nightly

$229 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

A hallway with a dark wall, a radiator, and a door leading to a room with patterned wallpaper.

A room with a large window, a bathtub, a chair, and a bedside table.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a glass coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A building entrance with a sign reading "Linton Collection No 28".

10. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 mi from Writers' Museum

Felix

$242 nightly

$305 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Total with taxes and fees

A building with a stone facade, a central entrance with a fanlight, and a signboard with the name 'Mayo.'

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, and a bar area with shelves stocked with various items.

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

A spacious indoor area with a long counter, wooden chairs, and potted plants.

11. Eden Locke

New Town, 0.5 mi from Writers' Museum

Victoria

$238 nightly

$300 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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.

12. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

West End, 0.5 mi from Writers' Museum

Russell

$317 nightly

$399 total

Oct 1 - Oct 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 bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a chair, and a stone wall backdrop.

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

13. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 mi from Writers' Museum

Rory

$423 nightly

$533 total

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Total with taxes and fees

A busy street with buses, pedestrians, and historic buildings including a clock tower.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a window with blinds.

A room with a large window, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a lamp.

A dining area with a round table, four chairs, a vase with flowers, a clock, and a large window with a view of greenery and a blue vehicle.

14. Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

New Town, 0.3 mi from Writers' Museum

SHARRYN LEE

$293 nightly

$369 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 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.

A historic building with multiple windows and a statue in the courtyard.

15. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 mi from Writers' Museum

Caroline

$163 nightly

$206 total

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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 dining table set for six with a candle, surrounded by modern chairs, in a room with large windows and a stone wall.

16. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Southside, 0.5 mi from Writers' Museum

Kara

$241 nightly

$304 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Total with taxes and fees

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

A bar area with a wine rack, seating, and decorative elements.

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

A historic building with multiple windows and a decorative facade.

17. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.3 mi from Writers' Museum

Sharon

$668 nightly

$842 total

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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 dining table with plates of food, a drink, and a book.

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.

18. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

New Town, 0.5 mi from Writers' Museum

Valerie

$213 nightly

$268 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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.

19. Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, 0.4 mi from Writers' Museum

Suzanne

$257 nightly

$324 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

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

20. Tigerlily

New Town, 0.5 mi from Writers' Museum

Jessica

$251 nightly

$317 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Total with taxes and fees

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Compare popular hotels close to Writers' Museum

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South Lane Apartments - City Centre	10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh	9.8 Exceptional 810 reviews	View
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels	9.8 Exceptional 218 reviews	View
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Top Writers' Museum Hotel Reviews

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Nice and new rooms. Helpful staff. A nice pool, steam room and sauna."

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

10/10 Excellent

"great location, helpful front desk"

YOTEL Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Everything that you need from a hotel. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay."

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful and centrally located in new town."

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable stay in Edinburgh, location was perfect, walkable from all the best places, loved the freshly baked pastries for breakfast, very helpful staff too."

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

10/10 Excellent

"Super close to train station."

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were great and the room was clean and spacious."

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean, quiet & comfortable. The staff were excellent - always friendly, welcoming & helpful!"

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is on Victoria St., the best location in Edinburgh. Clean room and good amenities. We enjoyed dinner at “Commons Club”. The library next to the reception was nice touch."

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 acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.

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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 acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.

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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 fascinating museums 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 notable monuments or shops 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 lively festivals and acclaimed art scene.

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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 1594 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 Point A Edinburgh Haymarket and Virgin Hotels Edinburgh.

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

Expedia has 1594 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. South Lane Apartments - City Centre

2. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

3. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

4. Stay Hush

5. RÌGH Residences

6. Moment George IV Bridge

7. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

8. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

9. Edinburgh Nine

10. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

11. Eden Locke

12. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

13. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

14. Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

15. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

16. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

17. 100 Princes Street

18. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

19. Roomzzz Edinburgh

20. Tigerlily

Compare popular hotels close to Writers' Museum

Top Writers' Museum Hotel Reviews

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

YOTEL Edinburgh

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Virgin Hotels 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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