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A room with two chairs facing a window overlooking a garden. A tea service is set on a table in front of the window.

1. Melville Castle

Melville Castle
4.0 star property
Lasswade
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (355 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff enjoyed our stay"
United States
Ashley
The price is ￥21,313
￥25,575 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Melville Castle
Restaurant

2. Premier Inn Edinburgh A7 - Dalkeith

Premier Inn Edinburgh A7 - Dalkeith
3.0 star property
Dalkeith
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6 reviews)
"We loved our one night stay here. I was worried because I didn’t realize there was no lift on the property, but the staff was very helpful in getting us to our room. "
United States
Amber
The price is ￥11,122
￥13,347 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Premier Inn Edinburgh A7 - Dalkeith
A fireplace with a roaring fire, a statue, and a green leather armchair.

3. Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate

Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate
4.0 star property
Musselburgh
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Absolutely superb hotel, stunning interior, fitting modern amenities in with the historic interior design. Excellent on site restaurant with the exceptional waiter. The food was excellent especially the venison casserole with broccoli and then the chocolate chilli for dessert 🍨. Not forgetting the superb breakfast."
United Kingdom
Jeff
The price is ￥14,845
￥18,706 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate
A cocktail on a wooden table with a blurred outdoor seating area in the background.

4. The Scholar

The Scholar
4.0 star property
Southside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"The room was very nice, the location is fantastic, and the restaurant was very good."
United States
Grant
The price is ￥19,748
￥24,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
The Scholar
A conservatory with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a view of the garden.

5. Kildonan Lodge Hotel

Kildonan Lodge Hotel
4.0 star property
Newington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (403 reviews)
"Hope the carpet with no stain."
United States
TANJIAN
The price is ￥10,919
￥13,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Kildonan Lodge Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a tiled floor.

6. Best Western Kings Manor Hotel

Best Western Kings Manor Hotel
3.0 star property
Portobello
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Room was very clean, staff were very helpful and the breakfasts were more than ample really enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back in the future."
Australia
Shelagh
The price is ￥12,864
￥16,209 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Best Western Kings Manor Hotel
A stone-walled interior with tables set for dining, featuring patterned chairs and candle-lit ambiance.

7. Dalhousie Castle

Dalhousie Castle
4.0 star property
Bonnyrigg
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (879 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Jonathan
The price is ￥28,664
￥34,397 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Dalhousie Castle
A restaurant with wooden ceiling and tables, chairs, and potted plants.

8. Ravelston House

Ravelston House
3.0 star property
Musselburgh
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (490 reviews)
"Had a two night stay which was great. Huge room with super comfortable bed. Excellent shower, probably the best we've had on our UK holiday. Had a lovely meal in the restaurant and all the staff were nice, polite and attentive Five star stay and would stay again"
Australia
Neil
The price is ￥7,566
￥9,533 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Ravelston House
A corner room with a bay window, a glass table, two green chairs, and a vase with plants.

9. The Lane Hotel

The Lane Hotel
4.0 star property
Morningside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (254 reviews)
"Great staff, clean room and fantastic bar. Parking is a bit tricky but that’s the case anywhere in the area. Highly recommend a stay here to anyone looking for a relaxing comfortable getaway."
United States
Mark
The price is ￥21,690
￥27,331 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
The Lane Hotel
A table with a cheese platter, glasses, and a bottle, set against a view of a cityscape.

10. Braid Hills Hotel

Braid Hills Hotel
3.0 star property
Morningside
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United Kingdom
Robert
The price is ￥12,188
￥15,357 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Braid Hills Hotel
A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window with a view.

11. Abbey Gate Studios

Abbey Gate Studios
2.0 star property
Abbeyhill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (14 reviews)
"Lovely apartment with everything we needed for a short atay."
United Kingdom
Ken
The price is ￥12,311
￥37,757 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Abbey Gate Studios
A building entrance with a red door labeled "SIX BRUNTON PLACE".

12. Six Brunton Place

Six Brunton Place
5.0 star property
Leith
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (247 reviews)
"Great place, in a great location 😄"
United Kingdom
Francis
The price is ￥26,741
￥33,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Six Brunton Place
A garden setting with a table set for two, featuring a stone fireplace, potted plants, and a bottle of champagne on a tray.

13. Prestonfield House

Prestonfield House
5.0 star property
Prestonfield
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (309 reviews)
"Staff were attentive and incredibly friendly! The food was amazing and the property very well maintained and so beautiful!"
United States
Trina
The price is ￥59,100
￥74,466 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Prestonfield House
A historic building with multiple windows and doors, a stone facade, and a traditional architectural style.

14. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
5.0 star property
Abbeyhill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (183 reviews)
"Great location for sightseeing in Edinburgh."
United Kingdom
Stuart
The price is ￥26,633
￥33,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a bar counter with a coffee machine, and hanging light fixtures.

15. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,328 reviews)
"If looking for cheap and convenient stay with the best position in old town that s a good choice"
United States
Iuliu Andrei
The price is ￥16,210
￥20,425 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a view of the city.

16. Grangeview Guest House

Grangeview Guest House
3.0 star property
Newington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (79 reviews)
"A great guest house with easy access to the sites of Edinburgh"
United States
Jeff
The price is ￥17,977
￥22,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Grangeview Guest House
A multi-story building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

17. Stay Hush

Stay Hush
3.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (70 reviews)
"Great place close to all tourist things you would want to do."
United States
Nipa
The price is ￥21,281
￥26,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Stay Hush
A restaurant interior with a fireplace, hanging plants, and a brick wall.

18. Black Ivy Hotel

Black Ivy Hotel
4.0 star property
Tollcross
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (425 reviews)
"Beautiful room and amenities, hotel and bar staff very helpful, breakfast was great and excellent location- very walkable!"
Canada
Lorraine
The price is ￥23,354
￥29,427 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Black Ivy Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a window with curtains.

19. Highfield Guest House

Highfield Guest House
4.0 star property
Newington
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (102 reviews)
"Very comfortable accommodations!"
United Kingdom
Isabelle
The price is ￥28,246
￥35,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Highfield Guest House
Room

20. Novotel Edinburgh Centre

Novotel Edinburgh Centre
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Great place to stay and we could see the castle from our room"
Canada
Isabelle
The price is ￥21,185
￥26,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
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Top Edinburgh and Lothian Hotel Reviews

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Apex's location is very convenient, within walking distance of the landmarks. The room was clean and comfortable. We had a small problem with the sink on our first night, but it was fixed quickly."
Dongrui 3-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

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