The Best Hotels Closest to Scottish National Portrait Gallery in Edinburgh for 2026

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A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a stone building in the background.

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.

A modern bar area with a neon sign, a menu board, and a staircase leading to other rooms.

1. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.8 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Philip

NT$8,641

NT$10,888 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

2. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Broughton, 0.5 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

christopher

NT$6,861

NT$8,645 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A grand lobby with a central floral arrangement, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, elegant furniture, and decorative wall art.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a wooden ladder, and a bar counter.

A hotel room with a plaid sofa, two armchairs, a round coffee table, a desk with a lamp, and a large mirror.

3. The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.4 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

NHU PHUC

NT$23,538

NT$29,658 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A historic building with a stone facade, a flag, and a flower bed.

A room with a round table, two chairs with purple cushions, a window with a view of a staircase, and a radiator.

A view from a window with curtains, overlooking a historic building and a bridge, with a table and chair in the foreground.

A well-furnished living room with a sofa set, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

4. Hapimag Resort Edinburgh

West End, 1.6 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Francis

NT$6,596

NT$8,311 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

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

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

5. RÌGH Residences

New Town, 0.5 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Robert

NT$7,643

NT$9,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a round table, and a bookshelf.

A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned carpet, leather seating, and large windows offering city views.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a table with chairs, and a large window offering a city view at night.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a small table, and chairs. There is a large window with a city view.

6. The Resident Edinburgh

West End, 1.3 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Janet

NT$6,494

NT$8,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

A restaurant with stone walls, leather seating, and a table set with wine glasses and a candle.

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

A wedding ceremony setup with rows of chairs, floral decorations, and a backdrop of a painting.

7. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.1 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Suzette

NT$8,356

NT$10,528 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 historic building with multiple stories, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a red door.

8. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Kerry

NT$12,228

NT$15,407 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large mural.

A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a chair, and a stone wall backdrop.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a coffee table with a vase, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

9. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Rory

NT$15,158

NT$19,099 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a glass dining table, and a large pendant light.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a stone accent wall, a dining area with a glass table, and a hanging pendant light.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel range, and a coffee machine.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a glass table, and a view of the city.

10. Destiny Scotland Charlotte SQ Apartments

New Town, 0.9 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Charles

NT$7,153

NT$9,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

A room with two wicker chairs, a small table, and large potted plants near a window with a view of buildings.

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

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

11. Eden Locke

New Town, 0.8 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Victoria

NT$6,063

NT$7,639 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A view of a historic castle from a window, with a statue in the foreground.

A historic building with a prominent archway, multiple windows, and balconies with flower boxes.

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.

12. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

West End, 1.1 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Russell

NT$8,661

NT$10,913 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

A dining area with a table set for tea, a green sofa, and a view of a castle.

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.

13. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.6 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Derek

NT$24,659

NT$31,071 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a painting on the wall, and a ceiling fan.

A two-story building with a green door and two windows.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a sink, and a coffee maker.

A living room with a sofa, ottoman, chairs, and a painting on the wall.

14. Meus Apartments

New Town, 1.1 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Harald

NT$10,231

NT$12,891 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A modern living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a city view.

A view through a window of a historic building with Gothic architecture, including pointed arches and detailed stonework.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a glass-top dining table, and a view of the city through a large window.

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a television, and a window with curtains.

15. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Susan

NT$9,677

NT$22,278 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, and a view of a cityscape and tower through the window.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV, wooden shelves with decorative items, and a large window with a view.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a view to the outside.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a store with shelves.

16. Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, 0.4 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Suzanne

NT$7,700

NT$9,702 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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 modern hotel lobby with a green sofa set, a bar area, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

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

A dining area with a table set for a meal, a sofa, and a cabinet with a sign.

17. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

New Town, 0.8 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Sonal

NT$6,776

NT$8,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a view of a clock tower, and distant mountains.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.

A grand, circular staircase with intricate geometric patterns on the walls and floor, leading to an upper level.

A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, evenly spaced windows, and a central entrance with a canopy.

18. The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

New Town, 0.2 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

samira

NT$15,478

NT$19,503 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious indoor patio with a high ceiling, featuring a central round table surrounded by wicker chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and various potted plants.

A historic building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with steps.

A room with a large window, a fireplace, and a chair with a cushion.

A modern indoor seating area with two chairs and a round table, surrounded by potted plants and a glass ceiling.

19. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

New Town, 0.9 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Katherine

NT$12,499

NT$15,749 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a built-in stove.

A black metal gate with the address "129 The High Street" and a security camera above it.

A modern living room with a blue sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a dining area with a small table and chairs.

20. Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Anthony

NT$8,804

NT$11,093 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Top Scottish National Portrait Gallery Hotel Reviews

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic stay. Place is well located, very clean, good food and had numerous shared spaces outside of the room to relax. Staff was friendly and informative, making extra efforts to build a feeling of community. Only area of opportunity are the towels. They need to either do a better job of cleaning or replacement as they had a bit of a smell."

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Location is perfect, very accessible to all things central. Staff was friendly and allowed for a seamless stay!"

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great location, great staff!"

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location, nice rooms, helpful staff"

Market Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel! Love the location. Modern updated rooms. Close to both old and new town. Loved the free mini bar!"

Stay Central

10/10 Excellent

"The location was great. Though in a very busy area with a bar next door, it was very quiet. Room small, but clean and adequate with a large bathroom large."

Old Waverley Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was friendly right off the bat. The fellow at the front desk carried my suitcase up the stairs for me (there were elevators from that floor). The room was ready, and everything nice and clean. The Wi-Fi worked perfectly. One thing in the bathroom I really liked was the glass partition that covered half the tub. What was unique was it rotated in to the tub so someone like me you move it in, and reach the safety rail to get carefully out of the tub."

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

8/10 Good

"It was a lovely hotel, but for the price would have enjoyed a better view. We were looking at scaffolding out our window. Otherwise wonderful"

InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Good location"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Scottish National Portrait Gallery?

Scottish National Portrait Gallery 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 1551 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Scottish National Portrait Gallery?

Adjacent to Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good choices close by include Apex Grassmarket Hotel and YOTEL Edinburgh.

How many hotels are there close to Scottish National Portrait Gallery?

Expedia has 1551 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Scottish National Portrait Gallery.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Scottish National Portrait Gallery, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Scottish National Portrait Gallery.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Scottish National Portrait Gallery?

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What can I see and do near Scottish National Portrait Gallery?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland, or Museum on the Mound. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Assembly Rooms are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can watch performances at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Festival Theatre, and Usher Hall if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Scottish National Portrait Gallery?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing the area around Scottish National Portrait Gallery is easy. Local metro stations include St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Princes Street Tram Stop. If you're taking a train into town, Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are the closest stops to Edinburgh City Centre.

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Our top choices for Scottish National Portrait Gallery hotels

1. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

2. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

3. The Balmoral Hotel

4. Hapimag Resort Edinburgh

5. RÌGH Residences

6. The Resident Edinburgh

7. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

8. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

9. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

10. Destiny Scotland Charlotte SQ Apartments

11. Eden Locke

12. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

13. 100 Princes Street

14. Meus Apartments

15. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

16. Roomzzz Edinburgh

17. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

18. The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

19. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

20. Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

Compare popular hotels close to Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Top Scottish National Portrait Gallery Hotel Reviews

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Market Street Hotel

Stay Central

Old Waverley Hotel

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG

Other attractions near Scottish National Portrait Gallery

St. Andrew Square

The Stand Comedy Club

Multrees Walk

Melville Monument

Church of St Andrew & St George

The Voodoo Rooms

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

The Royal Society Of Edinburgh

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