What is Old Town Edinburgh like?

Old Town Edinburgh is an historic neighbourhood known for its top museums and major shopping area. Experience the best of Old Town Edinburgh with a visit to Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle during your trip.

How many hotels will I find in the Old Town Edinburgh area?

Expedia has 454 hotels and other accommodation options in Old Town Edinburgh to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Edinburgh area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Old Town Edinburgh, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Old Town Edinburgh.

What are the top things to see and do in Old Town Edinburgh?

Planning to do some shopping while in Old Town Edinburgh? Consider Royal Mile, Grassmarket and Princes Street. You could also plan a visit to Edinburgh Castle or Parliament House while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Old Town Edinburgh include Charles II Statue, John Knox's Grave and Real Mary King's Close. While you're out sightseeing, City Chambers and Heart of Midlothian are a couple of additional sights to visit in Edinburgh.

How can I get around Old Town Edinburgh and the greater Edinburgh area?

If you want to venture out of town, Edinburgh Waverley Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station).

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There are two paintings on the wall, a window with curtains, and a small table.

1. Holyrood Aparthotel

Old Town Edinburgh

Emily

7.707.214 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A stone building with a modern glass extension, a sign for Adagio Apartments, and a door with a red sign.

2. Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Old Town Edinburgh

Diane

5.887.761 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

3. Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh

Cynthia

6.781.660 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern lobby with a yellow seating area, a sofa, and a patterned sculpture.

4. Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh

María Noelia

6.158.889 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A historic stone building with multiple windows and a turret, illuminated by warm lights against a twilight sky.

5. Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Old Town Edinburgh

Mitch

7.294.328 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A historic building with large windows and arched doorways, likely a hotel or public building.

6. Princes Street Suites

Old Town Edinburgh

Dana

10.459.790 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A historic castle on a hill overlooking a city.

7. Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh

Louise

6.287.573 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern restaurant interior with a blue booth seating, a round table with a gold finish, and a decorative wall with a brick pattern.

8. Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh

Kimberly

5.914.598 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

9. The Inn Place

Old Town Edinburgh

Ronald

7.380.345 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of historic buildings and cranes in the background.

10. Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

Old Town Edinburgh

"Edinburgh is very chaotic/touristy on the Royal Mile and this was right in the chaos, however, it felt very safe & the room itself was very spacious, clean & worth the price for it all. I had to contact them once for directions and they answered right away and were super helpful. It sucks there are stairs you have to carry your luggage up and the luggage room was on the first floor, very small/crowded & right next to our apartment room door, but it didn’t seem to get too loud or an issue when...

Brooke

8.918.348 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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.

11. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh

Kerry

10.838.270 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A cozy interior with a view of a historic building, featuring a seating area with tables and chairs, and a large window.

12. Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Old Town Edinburgh

Kathryn

6.575.217 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

13. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh

Marilyn

5.713.316 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bar area with checkered flooring, a central seating arrangement, and a modern chandelier.

14. Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Old Town Edinburgh

Michael

7.438.838 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

15. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

Old Town Edinburgh

karen

7.053.478 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a covered section, and string lights overhead.

16. ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

Old Town Edinburgh

Christine

5.436.339 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

17. The Scotsman Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh

Amandeep

10.142.557 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

18. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh

Suzette

8.154.508 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

19. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh

Rory

12.283.373 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A multi-story building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

20. Stay Hush

Old Town Edinburgh

Nipa

6.922.534 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Where to stay in Old Town Edinburgh

Find the best Old Town Edinburgh areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A cityscape with a prominent monument featuring columns and a dome, surrounded by historic buildings and a clear sky.

Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

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A Gothic-style clock tower with a statue at its base, illuminated by warm lights.

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 Assembly Rooms and George Street.

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A coastal cityscape with a river, historic buildings, and a large cruise ship docked at the port.

Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks and Royal Yacht Britannia 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.

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The Usher Hall with a dome and classical architecture.

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.

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A large Gothic-style cathedral with multiple spires and a prominent clock tower.

West End

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Top Old Town Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

8/10 Good

"Hotel is very convenient for Edinburgh City Centre. Price is reasonable in an expensive city. Hotel staff are extremely helpful and very cheerful. Room was perfectly adequate for a short stay. Comfy bed and so on. Bar area and restaurant looked good but we didn’t eat at the hotel so can’t comment on the food offer."

Market Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This was our first time in Edinburgh and our first European trip. The hotel is wonderful! Everyone was very pleasant upon our arrival. The cozy room was in fact cozy. The room was well stocked with everything you would need. Hairdryer with attachments, clothing steamer Nespresso machine tea kettle. The air conditioning worked great. The room was quiet and dark at night. The bed was very comfortable. If coming from the United States remember that in Europe hotel rooms are not as large as we are used to. This is the perfect size. You’re in the middle of it all. Everything is within walking distance. The tram stop is right up the road on Princes street. Maybe a 8 minute walk. Waverly station is across the street. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone traveling to Edinburgh."

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1. Holyrood Aparthotel

2. Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

3. Market Street Hotel

4. Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

5. Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

6. Princes Street Suites

7. Apex Grassmarket Hotel

8. Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

9. The Inn Place

10. Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

11. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

12. Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

13. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

14. Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

15. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

16. ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

17. The Scotsman Hotel

18. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

19. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

20. Stay Hush

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Where to stay in Old Town Edinburgh

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