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Accommodation near City Observatory

YOTEL Edinburgh
Serves breakfast and dinner
YOTEL Edinburgh
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2032)
"Great hotel to stay in edinburgh, close to things, hotel, room and breakfast excelent highly recommended "
The price is AU$365
per night
30 June - 1 July
YOTEL Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
View from property
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1091)
"Had a great time on our stay! "
The price is AU$498
per night
4 July - 5 July
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1092)
"Well looked after and superb location "
The price is AU$432
per night
3 July - 4 July
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
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Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Rooftop terrace
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (663)
"Excellent hotel"
The price is AU$683
per night
12 June - 13 June
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
View from property
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1313)
"Very spartan furnishings and a bit squeezy. Overall it provided everything I needed close to the royal mile and other tourist sites."
The price is AU$349
per night
30 June - 1 July
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Reception
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1137)
"Great, clean, helpful staff, easy access."
The price is AU$322
per night
7 July - 8 July
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
Reception
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1373)
"Beautiful hotel. Very clean. We arrived by train and were so happy that the hotel was just a five minute walk from the station. The royal mile with all the shops and restaurants was literally a 3 minute walk. Arthur’s Seat trail was only 15 minute walk. Shopping district a 10 minute walk. This hotel will always be my choice on future visits to Edinburgh. "
The price is AU$480
per night
30 June - 1 July
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Front of property
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (494)
"Great location, clean place with helpful staff"
The price is AU$224
per night
10 June - 11 June
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Village Hotel Edinburgh
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Village Hotel Edinburgh
4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"We enjoyed staying for a short break in this lovely spacious hotel in Edinburgh! Excellent parking facilities."
The price is AU$322
per night
7 July - 8 July
Village Hotel Edinburgh
The Balmoral Hotel
Exterior
The Balmoral Hotel
5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"The hotel and location was excellent. Train station and lots of nearby attractions"
The price is AU$1,267
per night
24 June - 25 June
The Balmoral Hotel
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Lobby
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1020)
"Near points of interest"
The price is AU$382
per night
7 July - 8 July
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Interior
Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1012)
"Excellent staff "
The price is AU$382
per night
30 June - 1 July
Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Breakfast and dinner served, British cuisine
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
3.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (1011)
"The venue was value for money. It was a walkable distance from Waverley station, Princes road (with a small bag or no luggage). The staff were helpful and obliging. Meals on site were adequate. "
The price is AU$171
per night
16 June - 17 June
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Old Waverley Hotel
Bar (on property)
Old Waverley Hotel
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1015)
"Loved the sea-view room, and the bed and chairs were very comfortable. What the Expedia listing does not say and their own website does is that there is live music every weekend, which can be loud enough even on the 2nd floor of rooms that sleeping might be difficult. Also, the parking area has only six spots for the 12 rooms at the hotel, so it’s not guaranteed that you would be able to park in their car park (5 pounds/day charge). "
The price is AU$401
per night
7 July - 8 July
Old Waverley Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
Exterior
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Awesome for a Radisson and in the perfect area. "
The price is AU$554
per night
1 July - 2 July
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Exterior
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1675)
"I really liked this place for the most part. The location was good for everything touristy, it was equipped with everything you need to cook, the bathroom was clean with nice water pressure, dishwasher worked well, nice view, the staff were friendly enough without being over the top. I LOVED the towel warmer and turned it on about 30 mins before I took a shower to warm up the bathroom. I also was able to wash undergarments in the sink and dry them on the towel warmer (I cleaned the sink...
The price is AU$466
per night
29 June - 30 June
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket
Front of property - evening/night
Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket
4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1602)
"Room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly at the desk. Bartender was a bit short with us when we wanted to order dessert and a drink two different evenings, otherwise great stay. "
The price is AU$363
per night
23 June - 24 June
Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket
Market Street Hotel
Terrace/patio
Market Street Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (870)
"I would have thought that for the price i paid that breakfast would be included, my fault for not double checking i suppose, but had i realised that it was not b and b i would probably have booked somewhere else. "
The price is AU$631
per night
10 June - 11 June
Market Street Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh
Reception
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"I was unexpectedly stranded in Edinburgh, and selected this hotel for the night before my next flight. It was a wonderful place to stay! The staff were incredibly friendly, I enjoyed the design, having a terrace and lounge was delightful, and it was close to many of the things I wanted to do and see in my one day there. The bed was comfortable, and I fell asleep very quickly. I would definitely go back the next time I am in the city!"
The price is AU$386
per night
30 June - 1 July
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh
Eden Locke
Interior
Eden Locke
4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1011)
"Excellent location and service. Stayed there several times. Love this place. Will be back!"
The price is AU$460
per night
10 June - 11 June
Eden Locke
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City Observatory Travel Info

Number of reviews
22,308
Closest neighbourhoods
Carrick Knowe, Dalry and Polwarth
Accommodation
2,950 hotels
Known landmarks
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Omni Centre Edinburgh and Midlothian Ski Centre
Luxury hotels
94DR, Prestonfield House and Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel
Mid-Range hotels
The Raeburn, Sheridan Guest House and Albyn Townhouse B&B
Budget hotels
Fraoch House, Blinkbonny House and Appin House - Guest House
Location
Edinburgh, Scotland
Lowest price
AU$171
Highest price
AU$1,267

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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, take a look at the 1480 hotels and other accommodation options 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 traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options close by include Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel and Apex Grassmarket Hotel.

How many hotels will I find near City Observatory?

Expedia has 1480 hotels and other accommodation options 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, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near City Observatory.

What can I see and do near City Observatory?

National Museum of Scotland, Scotch Whisky Experience and Museum of Edinburgh feature captivating exhibits. Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile 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 Usher Hall if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to City Observatory?

With so many transport options, seeing all of the area near City Observatory is easy. Nearby metro stations include St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Princes Street Tram Stop. To explore the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Edinburgh Waverley Station or Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station).

Recent Reviews in City Observatory
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Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh

Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh

5/5 Excellent
Lovely Stay!
"I was unexpectedly stranded in Edinburgh, and selected this hotel for the night before my next flight. It was a wonderful place to stay! The staff were incredibly friendly, I enjoyed the design, having a terrace and lounge was delightful, and it was close to many of the things I wanted to do and see in my one day there. The bed was comfortable, and I fell asleep very quickly. I would definitely go back the next time I am in the city!"
A verified traveller stayed at Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh
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Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh