Hotels in Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh

The hotel boasts an excellent location, right on Victoria Street, making it incredibly convenient to visit The Elephant House and shop for Harry Potter merchandise. We also enjoyed what we believe were the best fried noodles in Edinburgh at Mussel, the seafood restaurant located directly opposite. The room itself was larger than anticipated, and I particularly appreciated the bathroom having a bathtub – perfect for a relaxing soak after a long day of city walking!

We traveled during the peak May Day season, and the overall price of hotels and restaurants in the UK is relatively expensive. This hotel is the same price as the one we booked in London, but the service experience and cost performance are much better. Location: It is just across the street from the train station, next to the art center gallery, coffee shop and bar, very close to the old town without climbing. The rooftop bar on the 7th floor has a beautiful night view. Service: There is welcome champagne, many drinks in the minibar are free, the room is very clean, the bathroom is large and the mattress is super comfortable. Breakfast: We paid for breakfast at our own expense, the 20-pound buffet has a lot of choices, champagne, coffee, various fruit juices, and you can also order a hot plate. Compared with fast food, which costs 15 pounds per person, it is still very cost-effective. Highly recommend this hotel.

I stayed at A&O Edinburgh Hostel during my trip to Edinburgh and had a solid experience overall. The location is excellent — right in the city center, within walking distance of the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and plenty of pubs and restaurants. The hostel itself is clean, and relaxing after a day of exploring. The staff were helpful and friendly, but it took a while to check-in. Rooms were basic but comfortable, especially considering the affordable price. Bathrooms were shared but well-maintained. If you’re a budget traveler looking for a central, convenient place to stay in Edinburgh without fuss, A&O is a good choice. Just be prepared for the usual hostel vibe—shared spaces and some noise. Would definitely consider staying here again!

We recently stayed at Novotel Edinburgh for our first wedding anniversary, and it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel so special, going above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. The room was spacious, modern, and impeccably clean, with a stunning view of the city. The hotel even surprised us with a lovely anniversary treat, which was such a thoughtful touch. The breakfast buffet was excellent, offering a wide variety of fresh and delicious options. The location was ideal—close to all the main attractions, yet peaceful enough for a relaxing stay. We also enjoyed the hotel’s facilities, especially the pool and bar area, which added to the overall luxury of our trip. We couldn’t have asked for a better way to celebrate our anniversary. Thank you, Novotel Edinburgh, for making our special occasion truly memorable. We’ll definitely be back!

The hotel has no front desk, everything is self-service. The location is about an 8-minute walk from Waverly Station, which is the city center. It is a serviced residence. There is a refrigerator, washing machine, and cooking stove in the room. However, the elevator on the first floor of the west wing where I live is not directly accessible, so be careful when traveling with a lot of luggage or mobility issues.

Good location but noisy on street side and no aircon in the room, so stuffy with window closed We had various minor service and facility issues, which we have communicated to the hotel itself. The hotel is in need of refurbishment and a service upgrade

The hotel's location near the train station is a huge plus, making transport incredibly convenient. We received attentive service, and the breakfast was quite good. However, Google Maps gave misleading directions, which led me to carry my luggage up five flights of stairs. It turns out there's an elevator, but it's not clearly marked with the hotel's logo, making it challenging for first-time visitors to find.

This is the best hotel I have stayed in in Edinburgh, very spacious and clean, very close to the train station, just opposite. What I like most is the toiletries they use, the brand is noble isle, especially the whiskey-scented hand sanitizer. The hotel does not have a front desk, so you need to call and ask for a code before checking in. The good thing is that the check-in time is 3 pm, and we arrived at 1 pm and we were allowed to check in early. However, there is no elevator in the hotel, and the highest floor is on the fifth floor. It may be difficult to get there if you have heavy luggage.

Fantastic location being so close to the Castle, old and new town. Rooms are beautifully designed, clean and cosy. It’s so handy having a kitchen in the room to self cater when needed. We’ve loved visiting Edinburgh and will definitely book to stay here again.

The hotel service is very good, the facilities in the room are very complete, almost everything you can think of is provided, very convenient, in such an old building converted into a hotel, it is almost a perfect experience. I checked in very late, the hotel specially left staff to assist me in the check-in procedures, the hotel provided free coffee which was also very delicious. A very pleasant stay experience.