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Aug 25 - Aug 26
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Aug 26 - Aug 27
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Aug 28 - Aug 30
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Sep 4 - Sep 6

Top Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

10/10 Excellent
"clean room, decoratively tired - very poor shower"
Peter 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

8/10 Good
"Très bien desservi en bus vers le centre ville"
Mahamane 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent
"A lovely large room. Staff were friendly and really attentive. Good food in the bar. Ideally located in a bus route into the city centre."
Kirsty 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

8/10 Good
"The location is fantastic, everything was walkable. We had great views of Edinburgh Castle. Lots of places to eat around the area. The room had two queen size beds for four adults. Lots of storage in the room. Bed were comfortable, the bathroom is ok, could have used some upgrades especially the shower."
Josee 3-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

8/10 Good
"My plug converter wasn’t calibrated to 110 so it burned my hair off. Only plug that worked for your hair blow dryer was in the room by TV not in bathroom. And cord didn’t reach far enough to see in the mirror to use it. Breakfast selection was really good. Staff very helpful and accommodating. Room clean and comfortable. Maid service great."
Tamera 3-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

8/10 Good
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Amanda 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Village Hotel Edinburgh

Village Hotel Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent
"On whole we had no complaints and enjoyed our stay."
Julie 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Village Hotel Edinburgh
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was wonderful"
Laura 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

8/10 Good
"Great breakfast, wonderful staff and really good location. My only negative comment is the pull down blinds were quite tattered and safe wasn’t working on check in but they replaced safe door right away and taped up blinds to provide darkness in room. They were very responsive to my room issues and everyone I met was beyond nice and helpful. The Scottish breakfast was wonderful!! I 1000% appreciate that they provided my requested room! Thank you!! I will stay there next year because they are such good people!! And good room!"
Patricia 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What can a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Edinburgh?
The historical relevance of Edinburgh is well regarded so make time to visit the notable monuments, especially if you're a history buff. Be sure to check out the array of shops and fascinating museums while you're here. You can also discover the area's lively festivals.
How many historically relevant hotels will I find in Edinburgh?
In Edinburgh, there are 3334 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the most important historical sites and other places in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh is notable for its monuments and landmarks like Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, and Assembly Rooms. Known for its museums and festivals, cultural venues include Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland, and Usher Hall. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Princes Street and Scottish National Gallery.
What is a historic hotel like in Edinburgh?
A historic hotel gives guests the opportunity to stay in a place that's been recognized with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers. These types of hotels in Edinburgh typically retain original characteristics such as period features or traditional architecture in guestrooms or communal spaces.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
These are quite similar. The term "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S., while you'll often hear "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the physical building and architecture. Mainly heritage hotels draw meaning from the cultural value that the place has and how it inspired the surrounding community.
Do historic hotels in Edinburgh have modern facilities?
Yes, efforts are made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades, but interiors include modern conveniences and safety features. Tourists who book a stay should expect the popular amenities you'd find in a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. Booking a historic hotel in Edinburgh doesn't mean you will stay in a place that's rundown.

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