Edinburgh City Centre Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Edinburgh City Centre
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
"No laundry facilities for guest use—only laundry service. Otherwise fabulous! The staff were so friendly and helpful. They allowed us to check in early in the morning, which was a lifesaver because we were wiped out from traveling. They helped us figure out how to use the train station when we were ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"Apex was great. Right in the heart of Edinburgh and easily walkable to the sites. Bars are outside so a little loud late evening but not horrible. Would stay here again."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
"Great location, very clean, quiet, awesome staff - would absolutely recommend staying here"
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
"Great location close to train station made it easy to walk to many important points."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
"Excellent location and staff was always helpful. Air conditioning was not working in the room and when we ordered room service it got delivered to the wrong room. 2 hours later we got our food."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
YOTEL Edinburgh
"Very nice hotel. Only a few disappointments No tea/coffee making facilities in room. Air con was intermittent ,room became very hot overnight and air con didn’t work. Starters Working as we were packing up. Shop in reception very good but extremely overpriced."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Edinburgh City Centre
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Princes Street – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
New Town
Travellers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Princes Street and Assembly Rooms.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.
West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Princes Street to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.
