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Top Edinburgh LGBT Welcoming Hotels

Novotel Edinburgh Centre
4 out of 5
80 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$208 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$208
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
Great overall

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

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The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
5 out of 5
Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$419 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$419
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Amazing hotel with amazing service,property was in excellent condition

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

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Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
4 out of 5
19 North Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$313 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$313
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Despite being under construction, the hotel was very clean! All employees, including construction workers, were very polite. The room was bed was comfortable and very clean.

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

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Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh
4 out of 5
1-3 Baxters Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$233 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$233
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
The room was clean. Staff was helpful.

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

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The Scotsman Hotel
4 out of 5
20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
9/10 Wonderful! (1,019 reviews)
Great hotel. Pricy but the rooms were spacious and very nice. Lots of construction going on in the area but in an old town that obviously happens. We did not hear anything construction noise from our room.

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

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ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
3 out of 5
77 South Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$196 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$196
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,701 reviews)
Staff was helpful and kind. Room was clean and comfortable. Would highly recommend!

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

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InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG
4 out of 5
19-21 George Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is AU$385 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$385
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
The staff was friendly and the food was hot and fresh.

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

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Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
5 out of 5
38 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is AU$426 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$426
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Good location. Friendly staff. Room was comfortable. Expensive

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

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DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre
4 out of 5
34 Bread Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$308 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$308
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
We were only there for one night but loved the location . There were lots of restaurants within walking distance for dinner . The hotel was clean , the staff both cordial and helpful and the breakfast was bountiful . The spaces for the breakfast and the bar were upscale and nicely decorated . I think ...

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

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Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG
3 out of 5
Picardy Place Top Of Leith Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is AU$216 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$216
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
Did not drive in Scotland…bar was nice cozy and had a nice stock…room clean..comfortable bed…good hot shower….good plentiful breakfast included

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

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Enjoy gay-friendly hotels in Edinburgh


What kinds of gay-friendly hotels are there in Edinburgh?


When you're looking for gay-friendly hotels in Edinburgh, you'll find a wide variety of options to choose from. These welcoming hotels come in all shapes and sizes and offer a diverse array of amenities and special features you can enjoy. Whether you're looking for something romantic, like hotels with spa facilities, or are more interested in rooms better fit for a solo traveller or a group of friends, you'll find it here. What these hotels all have in common, though, is strict anti-discrimination policies and insight into some of the most popular LGBTQ-friendly activities available in town.


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