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Classic Luxury
The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection By Hilton ★★★★★
Edinburgh
8.6Great2,038 reviews
A grand Princes Street hotel with castle views, a full spa, and an indoor pool.
From€344per night
Historical hotels · Edinburgh · United Kingdom
Historical Hotels in Edinburgh
We reviewed 22 historic hotels across Edinburgh and selected the 14 best for this page.
14 hotels
11 rated 8.5+
typical €231
hotels
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Classic Luxury
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Central & historic
Kimpton Charlotte Square By Ihg ★★★★★
Edinburgh
8.8Great3,159 reviews
A Georgian-style hotel with an indoor pool and spa, steps from Princes Street.
From€334per night
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Central & Comfortable
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel ★★★★
Edinburgh
8.8Great5,380 reviews
A 4-star Edinburgh hotel with a prime location near theatres and the Christmas market, plus an indoor pool and spa.
From€406per night
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Central & chic
Hotel Indigo - Edinburgh - Princes Street By Ihg ★★★★
Edinburgh
8.6Great2,289 reviews
Right on Princes Street with castle views, a praised restaurant, and a 9/10 location score.
From€77per night
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Central & Design-led
Motel One Edinburgh-Princes ★★★
Edinburgh
8.6Great7,110 reviews
A design-led stay on Princes Street, steps from Waverley Station, with clean, compact rooms and a strong city-centre location.
From€231per night
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Central Old Town
Apex City Of Edinburgh Hotel ★★★★
Edinburgh
8.7Great4,433 reviews
Castle views, a central Old Town address, and free Wi-Fi make this a solid base for exploring Edinburgh.
From€446per night
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Central budget stay
Motel One Edinburgh-Royal ★★★
Edinburgh
8.7Great11,760 reviews
Stay in the center of Edinburgh, steps from Princes Street Gardens, with modern rooms and a 24-hour reception.
From€324per night
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Old Town apartments
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile ★★★★
Edinburgh Aparthotel
8.6Great5,963 reviews
Spacious, well-equipped apartments in the heart of Old Town, just minutes from Princes Street Gardens and Waverley Station.
From€324per night
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Guest favorite
Murrayfield Hotel ★★★★
Edinburgh
8.5Great3,713 reviews
In Edinburgh's Murrayfield district, this 4-star hotel wins praise for its location, friendly staff, and comfortable rooms.
From€57per night
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Waterfront convenience
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By Ihg ★★★
Edinburgh
8.1Great6,791 reviews
A modern Leith hotel with sea views, easy bus links to central Edinburgh, and a solid 8.1 guest rating.
From€166per night
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Old Town Apartments
Holyrood Aparthotel ★★★★
Edinburgh Aparthotel
8.1Great5,384 reviews
Self-catering apartments with kitchens, steps from the Royal Mile and Holyrood Palace.
From€203per night
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Self-catering central
Princes Street Suites ★★★★
Edinburgh Aparthotel
8.8Great4,242 reviews
Spacious, well-equipped apartments with a rooftop terrace and a location that puts the Old Town and Princes Street within minutes.
From€1,710per night
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City stay
Angels Share Hotel ★★★★
Edinburgh
8.3Great2,219 reviews
A stylish, comfortable base close to Princes Street, with a lively bar and restaurant.
From€137per night
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Central & calm
Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood ★★★★
Edinburgh
8.7Great3,883 reviews
Close to Holyrood Palace and the Royal Mile, this Marriott pairs a full spa and pool with a polished, quiet stay.
From€417per night
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Central apartments
Edinburgh Castle Apartments ★★★
Edinburgh Aparthotel
8.6Great2,392 reviews
Spacious self-catering apartments in the heart of Edinburgh's New Town, minutes from the castle and Royal Mile.
From€853per night
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Adults only
The Ben Doran Guest House ★★★★
Edinburgh Guest house
7.8Very good920 reviews
A calm, adults-only guest house with free parking and a good breakfast, a short bus ride from the city centre.
From€74per night
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Good value
Cumberland Hotel ★★★
Edinburgh
7.5Very good3,544 reviews
Practical base near Murrayfield with easy bus access and private parking.
From€46per night
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Central Apartments
Braid Apartments By Mansley ★★★★
Edinburgh Aparthotel
8.9Great1,017 reviews
Stylish apartments with full kitchens in central Edinburgh, a 12-minute walk from Princes Street Gardens.
From€199per night
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Central & Spacious
Fountain Court Apartments - Royal Garden ★★★★
Edinburgh Aparthotel
8.7Great797 reviews
Spacious, well-equipped apartments with a superb central location, just a short walk from the train station and Edinburgh Castle.
From€159per night
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Central & Classic
New Town Hotel ★★★★
Edinburgh
8.5Great1,474 reviews
Central Edinburgh townhouse with high guest ratings for service and location, plus breakfast praised for its smoked salmon and fresh fruit.
From€136per night
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Guesthouse with parking
Sonas Guesthouse ★★★
Edinburgh Guest house
8.9Great962 reviews
A well-rated Edinburgh guesthouse with free parking, a warm welcome, and a location that puts you close to the city's highlights.
From€181per night
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Elegant West End stay
B+B Edinburgh ★★★★
Edinburgh
8.5Great1,817 reviews
Stay in a beautifully restored Victorian building with a lending library, a short walk from Haymarket station and Princes Street.
From€92per night
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Historic Hotels in Edinburgh Scotland
For a truly historic stay, the city's central districts are your best bet. The Apex City Of Edinburgh Hotel sits in the Old Town with castle views, while the Kimpton Charlotte Square and The Caledonian offer classic luxury just steps from Princes Street. The Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile and Holyrood Aparthotel provide self-catering apartments in the heart of the Old Town, close to the Royal Mile and Holyrood Palace. The Murrayfield Hotel, in the city's west end, shows that you can find a 4-star stay with a more local feel, and at £49 a night, it's the budget-friendly historic option.
Frequently asked
What is the best area to stay in Edinburgh for history?
The best areas for history are the Old Town, around the Royal Mile and the castle, and the West End near Charlotte Square. Hotels like Apex City Of Edinburgh, Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile, and Kimpton Charlotte Square are all centrally located within walking distance of the main historic sites.
How much does a historic hotel in Edinburgh cost?
Nightly rates for the historic hotels on this page range from £39 at Cumberland Hotel to £381 at Apex City Of Edinburgh Hotel, with a typical price of around £197. You can find good value at Murrayfield Hotel (£49) and Hotel Indigo – Edinburgh – Princes Street (£66).
Which historic hotels in Edinburgh have the best ratings?
Among the hotels, Kimpton Charlotte Square and Apex Waterloo Place Hotel both have a guest rating of 8.8. Motel One Edinburgh-Royal and Oxford Suites (if you want a top-rated aparthotel) also score 8.7 and 8.9 respectively. For a top-rated guest house, Braid Apartments By Mansley and Sonas Guesthouse score 8.9.
Historical Hotels in Edinburgh
Edinburgh is a city that wears its history on its sleeve, and its hotels are no exception. From Princes Street's grand Victorian facades to the hidden closes of the Old Town, the 14 places here put you within walking distance of the castle, the Royal Mile, and the Georgian elegance of the New Town. Expect classic stone buildings, original features, and a setting that feels centuries old, while the interiors range from traditional to boldly modern. There are also 8 guest houses and aparthotels on the page, giving you more options if you prefer self-catering or a quieter stay.
Prices span a wide range, from a budget-friendly £39 at the Cumberland Hotel to the premium £381 at Apex City Of Edinburgh Hotel, with the typical nightly rate around £197. What you pay for at the higher end is location and grandeur: the five-star properties, like The Caledonian and Kimpton Charlotte Square, deliver castle views and full spas, while the three-star choices like Motel One Edinburgh-Princes prove that character and a central address don't have to break the bank.
The bottom line
This collection of historic hotels in Edinburgh is ideal for travelers who want to be in the heart of the city's story, whether that's the grandeur of the Old Town, the elegance of the New Town, or the comfort of a well-located townhouse. If you're on a tighter budget, consider the 'Cheap and budget hotels in Edinburgh' page, which focuses on lower-priced options. For family-friendly amenities, the 'Family Friendly hotels in Edinburgh' page highlights properties with features like pools and larger rooms. If you're driving, the 'Hotels with parking in Edinburgh' page might be more practical, as many central historic buildings lack on-site parking.