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A historic building with illuminated blue lighting, featuring a prominent tower and multiple windows.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and ample counter space.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A courtyard with stone steps leading to a door, surrounded by arched windows and outdoor seating.

1. Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Edinburgh City Centre

￥28,140

￥35,456 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A cocktail on a wooden table with a blurred outdoor seating area in the background.

A spacious living area with multiple seating options, a Christmas tree, and large windows providing natural light.

A bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with bottles, and framed pictures on the wall.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, a TV, and a lamp.

2. The Scholar

Southside

￥20,905

￥26,339 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

3. The Inn Place

Edinburgh City Centre

￥23,994

￥30,233 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern lobby with a yellow seating area, a sofa, and a patterned sculpture.

A modern building with a sign for 'Apex Hotels'.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a yellow ottoman, and a decorative leopard statue.

A modern bathroom with a large white sink, dark cabinetry, a glass-enclosed shower, and a toilet.

4. Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Edinburgh City Centre

Family-friendly Edinburgh escape with cribs, on-site laundry service, and a prime castle-view location steps from attractions.

￥19,673

￥24,788 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A richly decorated room with ornate furniture, a fireplace, and a variety of decorative items including a trunk, lamps, and a chandelier.

A large, white building with multiple windows and a central entrance.

A richly decorated room with ornate furniture, including a sofa set, armchairs, and a coffee table, with a large mirror and decorative lamps.

A traditional room with plaid furniture, a red table, and a window with curtains.

5. Prestonfield House

Prestonfield

Luxury family retreat with a rooftop terrace and mini golf course offers engaging activities for kids just minutes from Edinburgh Castle.

￥60,110

￥75,739 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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

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.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a neon sign on the wall.

6. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre

￥33,503

￥42,214 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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

7. The Balmoral Hotel

Edinburgh City Centre

￥74,306

￥93,625 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A rooftop terrace with potted plants, red chairs, and a view of a cityscape.

A modern interior with a neon sign reading 'GOOD VIBES,' a bar sign, and a seating area with a plant and a fluffy chair.

A breakfast buffet with various pastries, fruits, and a coffee machine.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a coffee table, and a view through large windows.

8. Novotel Edinburgh Centre

Edinburgh City Centre

Explore kid-friendly amenities at Edinburgh Centre with indoor pool, family dining, and castle views just steps away.

￥15,652

￥19,722 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, wooden flooring, and framed pictures on the walls.

A modern interior with large windows, a patterned carpet, and a view of historic buildings.

A modern bar area with a bartender, a brick wall, and a large pendant light.

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

Edinburgh City Centre

￥15,319

￥19,302 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern interior with a staircase, seating area, and a view of the city.

A hotel corridor with a patterned carpet, doors on both sides, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A river flowing through a historic town with traditional architecture and lush greenery.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, a wooden ladder, and a small table with a lamp.

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

West End

￥10,191

￥12,840 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a yellow sofa, a white sofa, and a wooden bench.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a view of the city through a large window.

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Edinburgh City Centre

￥19,673

￥24,788 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, a chandelier, and a view through a window.

A row of historic terraced houses with uniform architecture, a cobblestone street, and parked cars.

A hallway with a chandelier, a large mirror, potted plants, a door with a sign, and a patterned floor.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a bar with a variety of liquor bottles, and a fireplace with a mirror above it.

Haymarket Hotel

West End

￥18,073

￥22,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A grand lobby with a fireplace, a staircase with ornate railings, and a seating area with white armchairs.

A cozy lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There are framed pictures on the wall and a lamp on a side table.

A library with bookshelves, a fireplace, and seating areas.

A dining area with tables and chairs, large windows with stained glass, and a view of trees and buildings outside.

B+B Edinburgh

West End

￥18,732

￥23,603 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A room with a window overlooking a balcony and a cityscape.

A person holding a glass of Guinness beer and a sandwich with visible lettuce and sauce.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a potted plant, and artwork on the wall.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, a coffee maker, and a wall-mounted light.

Stay Hush

Edinburgh City Centre

￥22,271

￥28,061 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern interior with a round table, bar stools, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern bar area with a counter, seating, and a variety of beverages.

A modern living room with a sofa, two side tables, and a large window with a view of a street and buildings.

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

West End

￥14,837

￥18,695 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A multi-story building with a central courtyard, surrounded by lush greenery and a gazebo.

A modern bedroom with a round mirror, bedside lamp, and a small vase with flowers on a dark console table.

The Scholar

Southside

￥20,905

￥26,339 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A grand entrance with a large, ornate doorway, flanked by two black gates.

A restaurant with wooden flooring, tables, chairs, and pendant lighting.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles. There are tables and chairs for seating.

The Place

Edinburgh City Centre

￥16,155

￥20,355 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A restaurant with wooden walls, a large window with a view of the street, and seating arrangements including booths and tables.

A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a seating area, and directional arrows on the elevator doors.

A man and a woman walking inside a hotel lobby with a wooden floor and a reception desk.

A bedroom with a bed, wooden wall paneling, a wardrobe with open doors, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Grassmarket hotel

Edinburgh City Centre

￥20,211

￥25,466 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Edinburgh City Centre

￥19,673

￥24,788 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A historic castle on a hill overlooking a city.

A person holding a cup, overlooking a historic castle with buildings in the foreground.

A view from a window overlooking a historic building with a stone facade, trees, and a street with parked cars.

A building with a sign reading "International Hotel."

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Edinburgh City Centre

￥24,810

￥31,261 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A Marriott hotel exterior with outdoor seating, a flower arch, and a statue.

A Marriott hotel with a modern facade, a flag, and a red car in front.

A bar area with stools, a bar counter, and a variety of bottles.

A buffet setup with various food items and beverages.

Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood

Edinburgh City Centre

￥23,446

￥29,543 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A large, historic building with multiple towers and a central courtyard, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by a modern architectural design with glass walls and a high ceiling.

A large, historic building with a well-maintained lawn and trees in the foreground.

A bar area with a Christmas arch, patterned carpet, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

Kirknewton

￥15,917

￥19,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

Novotel Edinburgh Centre

Edinburgh City Centre

￥15,652

￥19,722 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A historic stone building with multiple windows and a turret, illuminated by warm lights against a twilight sky.

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Edinburgh City Centre

￥28,140

￥35,456 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern indoor pool with a curved glass wall, wooden paneling, and a blue-lit floor.

A spacious lobby with patterned sofas, ottomans, and a dining area with uniquely designed chairs.

A modern building with a curved glass facade and a dome structure in the background.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a chandelier, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh

Tollcross

￥27,834

￥35,071 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

A spacious indoor area with high ceilings, wooden tables, wicker furniture, and hanging plants.

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

Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

Edinburgh City Centre

￥34,301

￥43,218 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative clock.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a seating area with round tables and chairs.

A living room with a blue sofa, two round coffee tables, and a view of a church steeple through large windows.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, ornate moldings, and a chandelier. Tables are set with blue chairs and potted plants.

The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

West End

￥34,676

￥43,692 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue tiled floor, a hot tub, and blue lounge chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, potted plants, and a visible sign for the Holiday Inn.

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Corstorphine

￥14,320

￥18,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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Top Edinburgh and Lothian Hotel Reviews

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"A solid performer conveniently located near Haymarket Station (with an M&S!) for ease of train, tram and taxi travel."

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

8/10 Good

"Convenient and smooth checking and check out, good location."

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

8/10 Good

"The location of the hotel was very good for access to the railroad. Our room, while adequate, had no natural light. Each window looked out on a very close by building. The lobby area was nice for relaxing, but chilly. The neighborhood is hilly, but has lots of options for food and shopping."

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

8/10 Good

"Good staff"

Village Hotel Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel and staff. Its a home away from home."

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

8/10 Good

"Very friendly staff. Nice enough rooms, except I really disliked the shower layout because the whole bathroom got wet. The sauna was nice but pool was rather cold. Great location and would for sure stay here again!"

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great location, accommodated early arrival times on both occasions, very clean. Quick 20 mins to airport. Will stay again."

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, parking is challenging, nice staff,"

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Our top choices for Edinburgh and Lothian family-friendly hotels

1. Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

2. The Scholar

3. The Inn Place

4. Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

5. Prestonfield House

6. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

7. The Balmoral Hotel

8. Novotel Edinburgh Centre

9. Point A Edinburgh St Andrew Square

10. Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood

Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Edinburgh and Lothian

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Edinburgh and Lothian

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Haymarket Hotel

B+B Edinburgh

Stay Hush

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

The Scholar

The Place

Grassmarket hotel

Family-friendly hotels with pools in Edinburgh and Lothian

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

Novotel Edinburgh Centre

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh

Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Top Edinburgh and Lothian Hotel Reviews

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Village Hotel Edinburgh

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

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