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Calton Hill which includes skyline, general coastal views and a city

Edinburgh City Centre

While you're in Edinburgh City Centre, take in top sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle, and hop on the metro to see more the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

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Edinburgh which includes night scenes and heritage architecture

New Town

Discover original neo-classical and Georgian architecture in this UNESCO World Heritage Site, housing the National Gallery of Scotland and the Royal Scottish Academy Building. Shop along Princes Street, George Street, and the newly redeveloped St James Quarter.

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Tollcross

Travelers come to Tollcross for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Usher Hall and King's Theatre while you're in town.

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Royal Yacht Britannia featuring boating and interior views

Leith

Undergoing significant regeneration, Leith boasts a busy port, the Royal Yacht Britannia, and Ocean Terminal shopping centre. The shore area offers charming pubs and restaurants, while cultural attractions include Leith Theatre and Leith School of Art.

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Gorgie

While visiting Gorgie, you might make a stop by sights like Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball.

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Top Old Town Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and great staff."

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"I cannot rate this hotel more highly. The staff went above and beyond to get me into my room early at no extra fee, and even upgraded me. The room was absolutely beautiful and spotless, and the bed was so comfy that I almost couldn’t get out of it. The mini bar was stocked with lovely treats and the bar made me the best margarita I’ve had in years. I cannot wait to come back, thanks so much for having me! "

Price trends for hotels in Old Town Edinburgh

Less expensive	More expensive	This month	Next month
January	August	￥18,593	￥21,758

Month	Price
January	￥18,593
February	￥21,758
March	￥27,250
April	￥36,258
May	￥50,441
June	￥53,260
July	￥58,796
August	￥73,685
September	￥54,171
October	￥44,720
November	￥38,157
December	￥43,034

Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Old Town Edinburgh.

Frequently asked questions

What is Old Town Edinburgh like?

Old Town Edinburgh is a historic neighborhood known for its top museums and major shopping area. Experience the best of Old Town Edinburgh with a visit to Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle during your trip.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Old Town Edinburgh?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh is the highest ranked property in Old Town Edinburgh. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Royal Mile, and it offers 2 bars and free breakfast. Other top choices in the neighborhood include 33 Castle Terrace and Virgin Hotels Edinburgh.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Old Town Edinburgh area?

Expedia has 459 hotels and other accommodations in Old Town Edinburgh to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Edinburgh area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Old Town Edinburgh, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Old Town Edinburgh.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Old Town Edinburgh?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Old Town Edinburgh, head over to our customer service page.

What are the top things to see and do in Old Town Edinburgh?

Planning to do some shopping while in Old Town Edinburgh? Consider Royal Mile, Grassmarket, and Princes Street. You could also plan a visit to Edinburgh Castle or Parliament House while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Old Town Edinburgh include Charles II Statue, John Knox's Grave, and Real Mary King's Close. While you're out sightseeing, City Chambers and Heart of Midlothian are a couple of additional sights to visit in Edinburgh.

How can I get around Old Town Edinburgh and the greater Edinburgh area?

If you want to venture out of town, Edinburgh Waverley Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station).

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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Novotel Edinburgh Centre

Market Street Hotel

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

House of Gods Hotel

Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Motel One Edinburgh - Royal

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Grassmarket hotel

MONO Suites Old Town

DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile

Princes Street Suites

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Where to stay in Old Town Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre

New Town

Tollcross

Leith

Gorgie

Top Old Town Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Price trends for hotels in Old Town Edinburgh

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