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Edinburgh Accommodation




Like many modern cities, Edinburgh boasts a fantastic choice of accommodation, from traditional to contemporary. Many of the hotels in the city are listed buildings, so they serve not only as a place to stay, but as a location of historical interest as well.

The most prestigious address in Edinburgh is home to the famous Balmoral Edinburgh Hotel, number one Princes Street attracts tourist from all over the world who want to experience a little of the Royal treatment. Balormal isn’t the only top of the range hotel in the city though; the Caledonian Hilton offers five star accommodation and luxury all the way, as well as fantastic views of Edinburgh Castle. If you’re after even more pampering, check in at the most advanced city spa in Europe, at the Sheraton Grand Hotel and Spa.

For those on a budget

For travellers who have to stick to a budget, there are plenty of well known chain hotels which are available at very decent prices, as well as several bargain nights at the stylish, new boutique hotels, which are really coming into their own at the moment. B&B’s are still going strong, and Edinburgh has more than its fair share of family run guesthouses offering rooms at great value. This type of city centre accommodation, also gives you a great opportunity to experience Edinburgh’s history and local traditions first hand, by staying in any one of the beautiful Georgian or Victorian listed buildings that serve as guesthouses.

And don’t forget the countryside…

With a great expanse of countryside surrounding the city, Edinburgh is perfect for nature lovers who prefer to enjoy the freedom of camping and caravanning, rather than staying in static accommodation. Almost all the roads in the country are suited to caravan travel, and the wide range of parks offer great facilities for a much lower price than city centre hotels. Not only will you be able to enjoy the fresh air and picturesque surroundings, but also there’s plenty of room for the kids to enjoy the outdoors too, without busy roads and traffic.

For visitors looking for a cheap place to stay that don’t fancy getting back to nature, there is a wealth of hostels in Edinburgh and the surrounding areas. Many of the hostels are members of the Scottish Youth Hostel Association, but there are also lots of privately owned ones in operation. The venues usually offer kitchens, living rooms, dormitories, family rooms, and some have en-suite facilities. Their excellent value for money and great friendly atmospheres, make them top choice for travellers visiting historic Edinburgh from all corners of the globe.