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A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a leather armchair, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A reception area with a sign labeled "RECEPTION," a clock, a computer, and a phone on the counter.
A waiting area with plaid-patterned chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a fireplace.
A room with wicker chairs arranged in a semi-circle, a stone wall, and a large window with plants.

1. Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
West End
United States
Tony
$55 nightly
$70 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
A modern cafe with a long wooden table, multiple hanging light fixtures, and a bar area with stools.
A modern living room with a foosball table, a sofa set, and a television displaying the text "PLAY ON".
A modern living room with a fireplace, a chessboard, and two dog sculptures.
A bar area with a swan decoration, bar stools, shelves with bottles, and a neon sign.

2. Moxy Edinburgh Airport

Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Ingliston
United States
Cache
$93 nightly
$117 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
A modern interior with a staircase, seating area, and a view of the city.
A river flowing through a historic town with traditional architecture and lush greenery.
A modern hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, a wooden ladder, and a small table with a lamp.
A hotel corridor with a patterned carpet, doors on both sides, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

3. Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
West End
United States
Monica
$63 nightly
$80 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
A modern interior with a round table, bar stools, and a large window offering a city view.
A modern bar area with a counter, seating, and a variety of beverages.
A modern room with a curved bay window, a grey sofa, a small table, and two beds with grey blankets.
The exterior of a hotel with a curved entrance, large glass doors, and a logo above the entrance.

4. Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket
West End
Australia
Harry
$93 nightly
$118 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Point A Edinburgh Haymarket
A modern restaurant with a teal booth seating area, wooden tables, and a bar.
A modern kitchen with a long counter, bar stools, and a dining area with chairs.
A modern library with wooden bookshelves, comfortable seating, and large windows.
A hotel hallway with a welcome sign, elevators, and a large mural of a historic building.

5. Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport

Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
Ingliston
Canada
James
$123 nightly
$156 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
A historic building with multiple windows and a flagpole.
A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.
A modern interior with a long corridor, seating area with round tables, and large windows.
A modern interior with wooden flooring, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

6. Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG
Edinburgh City Centre
United Kingdom
Steven
$130 nightly
$164 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG
A modern cafe with round tables, cushioned chairs, and large windows offering a view of the street.
A multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance.
A modern library with bookshelves, comfortable seating, and a large window.
A historic building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a surrounding urban street scene.

7. Point A Edinburgh St Andrew Square

Point A Edinburgh St Andrew Square
Edinburgh City Centre
Canada
Marilyn
$129 nightly
$163 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Point A Edinburgh St Andrew Square
A dining area with wooden flooring, tables, and chairs, large windows with a view, and decorative ceiling details.
A historic building with multiple stories, featuring a prominent 'Old Waverley' sign, a central entrance, and a modern glass extension.
Bar (on property)
A living room with a fireplace, sofas, a yellow chair, and wall-mounted lamps.

8. Old Waverley Hotel

Old Waverley Hotel
Edinburgh City Centre
United States
Gaston
$140 nightly
$177 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Old Waverley Hotel
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A modern reception area with a curved reception desk, a digital display, and a seating area with red curtains.
A modern interior with large windows, a patterned carpet, and a view of historic buildings.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, wooden flooring, and framed pictures on the walls.

9. ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
Edinburgh City Centre
United States
Gowri
$98 nightly
$123 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, a chandelier, and a view through a window.
A row of historic terraced houses with uniform architecture, a cobblestone street, and parked cars.
A hallway with a chandelier, a large mirror, potted plants, a door with a sign, and a patterned floor.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, and a staircase.

10. Haymarket Hotel

Haymarket Hotel
West End
Mexico
Montserrat
$104 nightly
$130 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
Haymarket Hotel
A modern bar area with wooden tables, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.
A wooden deck with outdoor seating and umbrellas, overlooking a cityscape.
A wall with wooden crates labeled 'BEER' and 'MOXY', a sign indicating 'Meet Up' and 'Fitness' areas, and a refrigerator in the background.
A room with two hanging chairs, a small table, a suitcase, a leather bag, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

11. Moxy Edinburgh

Moxy Edinburgh
Tollcross
United Kingdom
Nora
$125 nightly
$158 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Moxy Edinburgh
A modern bar area with seating and a counter.
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a round side table, and a nightstand with a lamp. There are framed pictures on the wall and a mirror on the door.
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "FOURPOINTS BY SHERATON" and a ground-level entrance with glass doors.
A pantry area with snack options and a refrigerated section.

12. Four Points by Sheraton Edinburgh

Four Points by Sheraton Edinburgh
West End
United States
Edward
$113 nightly
$141 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Four Points by Sheraton Edinburgh
A building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and decorative elements.
A bar area with multiple seating options, including bar stools and tables, and a variety of bar equipment.
Room
A hotel room with a bed, white pillows, a potted plant, a coffee machine, and a view of the city.

13. ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square

ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square
Edinburgh City Centre
United States
Debabrata
$177 nightly
$222 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square
A cozy interior with a view of a historic building, featuring a seating area with tables and chairs, and a large window.
A bar with hanging glass light fixtures and shelves stocked with various liquor bottles.
A cozy seating area with a leather sofa, a teal armchair, and a small round table with a candle.
A modern interior with a mix of seating areas, including sofas and chairs, and a visible staircase leading to an upper level.

14. Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal
Edinburgh City Centre
United States
Kathryn
$156 nightly
$197 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Motel One Edinburgh-Royal
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a coffee maker, and a lamp.
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a tiled floor.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign reading "LAUDERS IT".
A hotel with a sign for 'Best Western Kings Manor Hotel'. There are parked cars in front, a stone wall, and a lamp post.

15. Best Western Kings Manor Hotel

Best Western Kings Manor Hotel
Portobello
United Kingdom
Jane
$77 nightly
$96 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Kings Manor Hotel
Exterior
A hotel room with two single beds, a green headboard, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a metal railing, and a view of a landscaped garden with trees and bushes.
A bunk bed with a TV, a desk, a chair, and a window with a view.

16. ibis budget Edinburgh Park

ibis budget Edinburgh Park
Gogar
United States
Linda
$66 nightly
$83 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
ibis budget Edinburgh Park
A large bed with white linens and a rolled towel, positioned in a room with large windows offering a view of a castle and greenery.
A modern interior with a staircase, a skylight, and a sign indicating the floor level.
A bathroom with a sink, mirror, shower, and hand dryer.
A reception area with a bright orange door labeled 'Reception' and a sign indicating room numbers 1.1 to 1.9.

17. easyHotel Edinburgh

easyHotel Edinburgh
Edinburgh City Centre
Canada
Jeffrey
$76 nightly
$95 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
easyHotel Edinburgh
A modern interior with a staircase, framed artwork, and a decorative wall.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A building with a 'STAY' sign, 'SUPER SALAD BOWLS' sign, and 'REAL GOOD COFFEE' sign.
An indoor seating area with wooden tables and benches, large windows, and hanging lights.

18. Stay Central

Stay Central
Edinburgh City Centre
United States
Courtney
$115 nightly
$145 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Stay Central
A historic building with multiple towers and a prominent sign for Braid Hills Hotel.
A bedroom with a view of a green landscape, a desk with a mirror, and two armchairs.
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outside.
A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with a wine glass, a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

19. Braid Hills Hotel

Braid Hills Hotel
Morningside
United Kingdom
Robert
$107 nightly
$135 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Braid Hills Hotel
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 multi-story building with a traditional stone facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance with a wooden door.

20. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh
Edinburgh City Centre
United States
George
$118 nightly
$149 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh
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Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

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$91 nightly
$115 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Total with taxes and fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,613 reviews)
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$124 nightly
$156 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

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$122 nightly
$154 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,791 reviews)
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Edinburgh and related destinations

Medieval castles and cobblestone streets create a city where history feels alive at every turn. Climb Arthur's Seat for panoramic views, then explore the Royal Mile's shops and pubs where locals share tales of Edinburgh's ghostly past.

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A historic monument with columns, a cityscape with various buildings, and a clear blue sky.

Top Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

Moxy Edinburgh Airport

Moxy Edinburgh Airport

8/10 Good
"Pretty standard airport hotel, convenient location and walkable to terminal. We’ve stayed here quite a few times and what you see is what you get."
Richard 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

8/10 Good
"I managed to get an early check in which was helpful, basic hotel but clean and staff were fantastic"
Gail 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"In a perfect location to public transportation. Very clean and very helpful staff!"
Monica 5-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

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Find out more about Edinburgh

Three Star Hotel Guide for Edinburgh

Edinburgh is a small city full of unexpected contrasts. In the centre you will see people going about their daily lives amid some of the world’s most iconic structures. Inside Edinburgh hotels you will find wholesome traditional Scottish food served with modern flair. It is an enigmatic destination that defies easy explanation.

Book a comfortable stay in a 2 star hotel – any visit to Edinburgh is a truly rewarding experience. Scotland’s capital was the first UNESCO City of Literature and the city is very much like a good book: thrilling, engaging and a magical escape from the everyday.

Edinburgh City of Literature

Many of Scotland’s best-known writers have called Edinburgh home at some point in their career and this is a fact that the city is proud to show off. Edinburgh has many literary tours and points of interest for visitors, including the café where JK Rowling wrote her captivating Harry Potter novels. Of course, this intriguing city has much to recommend it outside of its literary appeal, with everything from historic monuments to parks and gardens and even the famed Royal Yacht Britannia.

As Edinburgh is a small city, you will not be restricted by location when choosing your perfect hotel. Easily find accommodation in different areas using Expedia’s search tool.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Edinburgh?
Travelers wanting an affordable and pleasant Edinburgh stay often pick Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel. This 3-star hotel, roughly 0.2 mi northeast of the center, comes with room service and dry cleaning and laundry services. Like another idea? Located 0.2 mi west of downtown and including premium bedding and individually decorated rooms, Royal Overseas League Hotel is also a guest favorite.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Edinburgh?
Stay at a 3-star hotel and you can expect comfortable and clean rooms and amenities such as complimentary WiFi, gym equipment and tea and coffee makers. These stays may also include a restaurant and bar on-site. Elevate your Edinburgh vacation by locking in a 4-star hotel. With things like a wellness area, 24/7 room service and luxury toiletries, you'll enjoy a heightened level of comfort and relaxation.

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