The Best Hotels Closest to City Observatory in Edinburgh for 2026

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1. Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from City Observatory

Tampa

￥47,201

￥59,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

Suite (Glamis) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

2. The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.4 km from City Observatory

NHU PHUC

￥112,803

￥142,131 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe One Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Espresso maker, coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave

3. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

0.7 km from City Observatory

Andrea

￥43,698

￥55,060 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

4. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.1 km from City Observatory

OZAN

￥42,972

￥54,144 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Superior 2 Bed Apartment with Balcony | Balcony view

Superior 2 Bed Apartment with Balcony | Living area | Smart TV

Classic 3 Bed Apartment | Private kitchen | Espresso maker, fridge, microwave, oven

5. Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from City Observatory

Lisa

￥51,293

￥64,629 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Deluxe Studio | In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

Superior Studio | In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

Deluxe Apartment | In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

6. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 1 km from City Observatory

Mohammad

￥50,197

￥63,249 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Townhouse Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe

Townhouse Apartment | Deep soaking bathtub

7. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from City Observatory

Hamad

￥79,938

￥100,721 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

8. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Broughton, 0.4 km from City Observatory

Catherine

￥38,097

￥47,518 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Signature Studio | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Espresso maker, coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave

City Studio, City View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

9. Moment George IV Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.9 km from City Observatory

Richard

￥61,393

￥105,066 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

2 Bed Apartment | Living area | 75-inch TV with digital channels

Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

10. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

New Town, 1 km from City Observatory

Nirav

￥41,934

￥52,837 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, City View | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Deluxe Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, 2 Bathrooms | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

11. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from City Observatory

Susan

￥101,895

￥187,834 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

12. Braid Apartments by Mansley

New Town, 0.9 km from City Observatory

Frederic

￥45,679

￥57,555 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk

13. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Southside, 1 km from City Observatory

Kara

￥31,099

￥39,185 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

14. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.9 km from City Observatory

Aaron

￥63,950

￥80,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (second room open studio) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Classic Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (second room open studio) | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Classic Apartment, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

15. Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

New Town, 1.1 km from City Observatory

Susanne

￥34,561

￥43,547 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Vantage Studio with Balcony and View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Vantage Studio with Balcony and View | View from room

The Bonnie Suite | Private kitchen | Electric kettle

16. Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, 0.3 km from City Observatory

Suzanne

￥40,502

￥51,033 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Classic Studio City View | In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

17. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from City Observatory

Lisa

￥42,098

￥53,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Suite, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Private kitchen | Espresso maker, full-size fridge, microwave, oven

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

New Town, 0.5 km from City Observatory

samira

￥79,938

￥100,721 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

1 Bedroom Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board

19. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 1 km from City Observatory

kevin

￥48,146

￥60,664 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Four Poster Double | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

20. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

New Town, 0.9 km from City Observatory

Amber

￥39,795

￥50,141 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

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Compare popular hotels close to City Observatory

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Market Street Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,463 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood	9.8 Exceptional 171 reviews	View
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence	9.6 Exceptional 199 reviews	View

Top City Observatory Hotel Reviews

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Really nice hotel; very polite, friendly and helpful staff. Room was nice: it had a separate bath and shower. Made full use of the pool (small and oddly shaped, but sufficient for a dip), sauna (which was nice and hot) and gym (small, but top quality technogym equipment and more than enough to get a good workout. Breakfast was also good. Can’t really fault it, other than two single beds pushed together to make a double bed, but they easily slid apart."

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Liked it quite a bit. Clean room, friendly staff, easy access, good breakfast. If you're not familiar with Edinburgh, just know the front door of the hotel opens onto one of the busiest streets in the city. It's walkable to most everything. If you like busy, this is your place. If you like a slower pace that's off-the-beaten-path, look elsewhere. (Adding-- the room was quiet! No issue there.)"

YOTEL Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, good location, friendly and helpful staff"

Market Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved our helpful concerige Andre? not sure of spelling"

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

10/10 Excellent

"Helpful, informed staff. Comfortable beds. Delicious breakfast."

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

10/10 Excellent

"The location was perfect for exploring beautiful Edinburgh on foot. The hotel was modern, clean and our room fit the 4 of us pretty well by European standards. We were surrounded by great food options."

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Nice stay"

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Superb location on the Royal Mile. Excellent for a lot be of venues in the Festival."

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Great location - walkable to most everywhere in the city! Very friendly staff. Rooms are small but clean and comfortable."

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Calton Hill

9.2/10 (1,067 reviews)

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Nelson Monument

You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Nelson Monument. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

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Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

8.4/10 (1,089 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and lively festivals.

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National Monument of Scotland

You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a trip to National Monument of Scotland.

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Omni Centre Edinburgh

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can do some window-shopping at Omni Centre Edinburgh. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

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Waterloo Place

Learn about the local history of Edinburgh with a stop at Waterloo Place. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.

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Greenside Parish Church

After visiting Greenside Parish Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edinburgh. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

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Sherlock Holmes Statue

Learn about the local history of Edinburgh with a stop at Sherlock Holmes Statue. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and lively festivals.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around City Observatory?

City Observatory is located in a historic area of Edinburgh known for its top museums and lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 1374 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to City Observatory?

Adjacent to City Observatory, Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options close by include Hilton Edinburgh Carlton and Apex Grassmarket Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find near City Observatory?

Expedia has 1374 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from City Observatory.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near City Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near City Observatory.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near City Observatory?

For more details about updating your stay near City Observatory or cancelling it, click here.

What can I see and do near City Observatory?

National Museum of Scotland, Scotch Whisky Experience, and Museum of Edinburgh feature captivating exhibits. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Edinburgh Dungeon are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can watch performances at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Festival Theatre, and Queen's Hall if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to City Observatory?

With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around City Observatory is easy. Metro stations nearby include St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Princes Street Tram Stop. To see more of the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Edinburgh Waverley Station or Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station).

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Our top choices for City Observatory hotels

1. Market Street Hotel

2. The Balmoral Hotel

3. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

4. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

5. Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

6. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

7. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

8. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

9. Moment George IV Bridge

10. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

11. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

12. Braid Apartments by Mansley

13. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

14. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

15. Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

16. Roomzzz Edinburgh

17. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

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

19. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

20. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

Compare popular hotels close to City Observatory

Top City Observatory Hotel Reviews

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

YOTEL Edinburgh

Market Street Hotel

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Other attractions near City Observatory

Calton Hill

Nelson Monument

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

National Monument of Scotland

Omni Centre Edinburgh

Waterloo Place

Greenside Parish Church

Sherlock Holmes Statue

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