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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$155 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$155
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Very clean, delicious food and gentle staff

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

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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$262 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$262
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Excellent room, lovely breakfast in a pleasant setting. We used the pool which was a good size, albeit on the chilly side! Definitely the best Edinburgh hotel we’ve stayed at.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

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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$203 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
AU$203
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
They had a bucket of ice for us to take to the room. This was nice, as much of European hotels do not typically offer this complimentary service.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

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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$150 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$150
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
The hotel was lovely. Reception were very attentive on arrival. The room was spotless and plenty of room too. We had an enjoysble stay

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

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The Scotsman Hotel
4 out of 5
20 North Bridge Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$315 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
AU$315
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
The room was indeed spotless and the lovely staff were polite, courteous and efficient

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

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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$134 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$134
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,762 reviews)
Quick easy check in, friendly staff and an excellent location!

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

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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$260 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$260
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
The room was perfect, a bit warm. But was good i could self adjust. The staff were very courteous, warm freindly. Also staff allowed us to check in early.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

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Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
5 out of 5
38 Charlotte Square Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is AU$276 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$276
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
No faults, staff extremely pleasant and helpful. Good facilities, bar and garden bar very aesthetic. Would stay again without hesitation

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

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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$184 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$184
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Very nice spacious rooms, very comfortable bed.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

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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$117 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$117
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,069 reviews)
Everything was good, location was perfect, only negative was room was cold

Reviewed on 18 Jan 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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