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Top Edinburgh LGBT Welcoming Hotels

Novotel Edinburgh Centre
80 Lauriston Place Edinburgh Scotland
AU$353
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable room. Close walking distance to the Royal Mile, with many restaurant options."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

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The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Princes Street Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
AU$699
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Great location and beautiful hotel. We were told this was one of the top 3 hotels in Edinburgh and it didn’t disappoint. Staff was outstanding. You could tell they care for their guests."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

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Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
19 North Bridge Edinburgh Scotland
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AU$398
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (1,019 reviews)
"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."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

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Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh
1-3 Baxters Place Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
AU$449
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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The Scotsman Hotel
20 North Bridge Edinburgh Scotland
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AU$662
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"Amazing hotel! So beautiful, clean, and the staff was friendly and helpful. It’s a great location, made it easy to get to the most popular spots. The cinema was really cool"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

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ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
77 South Bridge Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
AU$334
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (1,955 reviews)
"Dirty floor, bad smell at bathroom... not recommended"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

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InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG
19-21 George Street Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundable
AU$704
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
38 Charlotte Square Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundable
AU$722
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
"I booked an extra week or so here because I just loved Edinburgh. This hotel is honestly so great. The staff are spectacularly helpful, the complimentary snacks and drinks are plentiful and very convenient, the complimentary drinks at the bar during the social hour are fun (though I missed most of ..."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

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DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre
34 Bread Street Edinburgh Scotland
AU$485
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable room with excellent location relative to food and sites to visit. One drawback was plumbing--poor water pressure in shower and poor drainage in bathroom sink."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

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Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG
Picardy Place Top Of Leith Street Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundable
AU$386
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,100 reviews)
"Adam at check in desk was very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

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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.

What are the best gay-friendly hotels in Edinburgh like?

The best gay-friendly hotel in Edinburgh depends on what you're looking for in accommodation. Fortunately, you can easily find what you need, thanks to the multitude of available search filters. You can filter based on amenities you may be interested in, like hot tubs or pet-friendly policies, or you can sort by star rating. You can even filter by guest reviews to show only hotels that have received predominantly high marks from previous guests. Don't forget to mark the filter for LGBTQ-friendly hotels to only show anti-discriminatory hotels in your results.

How can I find deals on Edinburgh gay-friendly hotels?

You'll find plenty of deals on gay-friendly hotels in Edinburgh. If you want to increase your chances of finding a deal, try booking your stay in the off-season when prices are usually cheaper. Additionally, think about what amenities you may be willing to go without to drive the price down even further. Of course, booking a short distance away from prominent attractions can be an easy way to save while still being close to public transport routes that can get you to the action easily. Just keep in mind that these are general trends rather than solid rules, as prices fluctuate all the time and can be difficult to predict.

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Are gay-friendly hotels in Edinburgh fully refundable?

A fully refundable cancelation is a handy feature to have, and numerous gay-friendly hotels in Edinburgh offer it. Expedia is proud to host a wide variety of hotels that offer full refund – there's even a search-filter option for it. You'll be able to see all qualifying hotels clearly marked on your search results page without even having to click the hotels individually.

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