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

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

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

A modern bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a dining area with chairs.

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

1. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Broughton, 0.5 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Laura

NT$4,040

NT$5,091 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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.

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

2. The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.4 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Abdullah

NT$15,292

NT$19,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A modern living room with a blue sofa, wooden coffee table, and a stone wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a hanging pendant light.

A modern kitchen with a stone wall, a dining area with a blue sofa, and a kitchen island.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There are pictures on the wall and a lamp on the desk.

3. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

1.3 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

"This was a beautiful apartment to stay in, with the perfect mix of historic charm and fresh, modern finishes. We did have a mix-up with our booking, as the room was reserved for three people but didn’t have a sleeping option for the third guest. However, reception responded quickly and made things right, which we really appreciated. Overall, we had a lovely stay and I would definitely stay here again."

Jennifer

NT$5,974

NT$7,528 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A room with a round table, two chairs, a red sofa, a small side table with books, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A modern interior with a sofa, dining table, chairs, kitchen area, and large windows offering a view.

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window.

4. Stay Hush

Holyrood, 1.1 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Nipa

NT$4,771

NT$6,012 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large window.

A bathroom with two large, dark stone sinks, a mirror, and a towel rack.

A balcony with seating, a potted plant, and a view of the cityscape.

5. Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Kirby

NT$5,099

NT$6,425 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

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

6. Hapimag Resort Edinburgh

West End, 1.6 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Garth

NT$6,218

NT$7,834 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

7. RÌGH Residences

New Town, 0.5 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Robert

NT$6,785

NT$8,549 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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.

8. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Peter

NT$8,053

NT$10,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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

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

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

A modern hotel with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance.

9. The Resident Edinburgh

West End, 1.3 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Luca

NT$4,352

NT$5,484 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A bar area with a wine rack, seating, and decorative elements.

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

A luxurious bedroom with a large bed, a tray of liquor bottles, and candle holders.

10. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.6 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Eevy

NT$17,820

NT$22,453 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern interior with a marble bar, wooden chairs, and potted plants.

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, and a bar area with shelves stocked with various items.

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

A staircase with a golden handrail leading to a kitchen area with white cabinets and a stainless steel sink.

11. Eden Locke

New Town, 0.8 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Lauren

NT$5,021

NT$6,327 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern kitchen with a wooden cabinet, a dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a kettle.

A man sitting on a couch using a smartphone in a room with a painting on the wall, a table with a pitcher and glasses, and a chair.

A wooden chair with a cushioned seat and backrest, positioned in a room with a carpeted floor and a window casting light on the chair.

A person sitting on a bed reading a newspaper, with a lamp and a plate of croissants on a bedside table.

12. Meus Apartments

New Town, 1.1 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Elisabeth

NT$5,829

NT$7,345 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

A modern living room with a grey sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a desk with a lamp.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a vase with flowers.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel countertop, a kettle, a toaster, and a paper towel dispenser.

13. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

Tollcross, 1.2 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Hanneke

NT$5,188

NT$6,537 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

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

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.

14. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.1 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Kathleen

NT$7,162

NT$9,024 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 dining table set for two with a view of a building through a window.

15. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Blake

NT$7,634

NT$9,619 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern loft with a high ceiling, exposed stone arches, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, a staircase with a metal railing, and white cabinets.

A modern loft with a high ceiling, wooden flooring, a grey sofa, a yellow armchair, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and an arched doorway leading to a bathroom.

16. Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Diana

NT$8,383

NT$10,562 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A busy street with buses, pedestrians, and historic buildings including a clock tower.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a window with blinds.

A room with a large window, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a lamp.

17. Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

New Town, 0.6 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Kathleen

NT$5,552

NT$6,995 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, a view of the city through the window, and a geometric wall design.

A dimly lit bar area with wooden furniture, stone walls, and a large poster of a mechanical device.

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

18. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

West End, 1.1 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Ellyn

NT$7,865

NT$9,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a fireplace. There are framed pictures on the walls and a chandelier above the bar.

A bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and a large painting on the wall.

A building with a red door, numbered 24, and a sign for a gallery and bar gardens.

A marble-floored hallway with a reception desk, framed artwork, and a staircase.

19. 24 Royal Terrace

New Town, 1.1 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Ian

NT$5,397

NT$6,801 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

20. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

New Town, 0.9 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Claire

NT$6,751

NT$8,506 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels	9.8 Exceptional 261 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood	9.8 Exceptional 181 reviews	View
Stay Hush	9.8 Exceptional 53 reviews	View
Market Street Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,540 reviews	View

Top Scottish National Portrait Gallery Hotel Reviews

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

8/10 Good

"Excellent minimalist twin room. Breakfast was average."

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

8/10 Good

"The location of this hotel is unbeatable. Right by the train station and all the attractions are within a 15-20 minute walk. The staff are great as well, very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. The only downside was the bathroom in our room. It’s just not a great design. Wouldn’t stop me from coming back though!"

Market Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was close proximity to your needs and wants. If you are there for a day and just needed some rest every thing was right there."

Old Waverley Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was easy to get to/from and around Edinburgh. No lift to the service desk but very friendly helpful staff if needed."

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"First Class experience from start to finish! The Virgin company, hands down, knows what they are doing when it comes to travel and hospitality, coming from someone who was once an executive of a 5 star luxury brand. Virgin Edinburgh was such a vibe. The whole aesthetic is sexy, sultry and ever so inviting. You are immersed in intrigue at every turn with the eccentric decor and vibrancy of color throughout the hotel. The staff, First Class from the moment we were greeted at the door, to check-in, the bar and each restaurant, to the housekeeping staff, excellence every step of the way. This brand does not miss a beat. We were celebrating two momentous occasions; 30 years married and my 50th Birthday and the thoughtful gestures extended were immensely appreciated by both myself and my husband. The hotel manager, unfortunately I didn’t get his name, even went as far as looking through several cases of whiskey just to find the certain numbered bottle my husband was looking to purchase. That in itself, to the extra mile, was above and beyond. Throughout our stay, there were so many of these little gestures that made my heart pitter patter and solidified my loyalty not only to this hotel in future travels but to the brand itself, Virgin. This company knows what personality makes the brand successful. Perfect location! Near Royal Mile & Victoria St. It’s on the higher price point but you get what you pay for. Book it! You won’t regret it!"

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay. Hotel was clean, breakfast was good with lots of options and all staff were very helpful and friendly. Would recommend and stay again."

W Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel in a good location"

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"#1 top of the line hotel in every area: hospitality, staff, facility, free excellent breakfasts, central location to Old Town and New Town Edinburgh."

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"Really great experience. Excellent 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 1559 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 YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton and Apex Grassmarket Hotel.

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

Expedia has 1559 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. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

2. The Balmoral Hotel

3. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

4. Stay Hush

5. Market Street Hotel

6. Hapimag Resort Edinburgh

7. RÌGH Residences

8. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

9. The Resident Edinburgh

10. 100 Princes Street

11. Eden Locke

12. Meus Apartments

13. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

14. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

15. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

16. Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts

17. Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

18. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

19. 24 Royal Terrace

20. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

Compare popular hotels close to Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Top Scottish National Portrait Gallery Hotel Reviews

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Market Street Hotel

Old Waverley Hotel

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

W Edinburgh

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

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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