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Situated in Edinburgh and with Royal Yacht Britannia reachable within less than 1 km, Ocean Mist Leith features express check-in and check-out, allergy-free rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is around 3.2 km from Edinburgh Waverley station, 3.6 km from Royal Mile and 4.3 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.6 km from Edinburgh Playhouse.

Aside from the ship and the 1919 theme, the beds were incredibly comfy and the staff are such sweethearts. They love telling you about the history of the ship, they make jokes and always seem very cheerful and welcoming!

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9.5
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
Price from
$203
per night

Destiny Scotland Market Street Apartments offers accommodation within 300 metres of the centre of Edinburgh, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave.

The apartment offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, free toiletries and shower. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.

Perfect location, just exactly at the iconic waverly bridge, beginning of old town and everything we need in Edinburg. Royal miles is just steps away (bit climbing, by stairs or cockburn street for upway walking to royal miles) Spacious, modern, clean, complete kitchen. We stay at 2nd floor which right next to laundry room as bonus Simple check in because we have pin access on the door informed previously. Also, the negotiable offer to change unit when first they gave me 5th floor without lift

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9
Wonderful
1,422 reviews
Price from
$171
per night

Situated on the Royal Mile in the Old Town of Edinburgh, Destiny Scotland - Royal Mile Residence features accommodation with free WiFi, seating area and flat-screen TV. Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is 600 metres away.

What an incredible place to stay! Straight off the historic Royal Mile into a modern, bright and beautiful apartment with a lovely balcony and view. We enjoyed every element of our stay and would definitely stay again. Our family of four (two parents, two young adults) was very comfortable here with plenty of space. Lift access was fabulous and the staff on the phone were super helpful with instructions when we were a little unsure if we were going into the right building. We LOVED our stay here.

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9.1
Wonderful
1,232 reviews
Price from
$337
per night

Situated in Edinburgh, 400 metres from the centre and 800 metres from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments features accommodation with amenities like free WiFi and flat-screen TV.

Really easy to get in & out as they assign door codes per booking. Place was really nice, very neat and clean and in a central location.

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9.2
Wonderful
1,230 reviews
Price from
$182
per night

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Eden Locke is set in Edinburgh, just over 1 km Edinburgh Castle.

All units include a flat-screen TV. There is a seating and/or dining area in some units. There is also a kitchen, equipped with a dishwasher, oven and microwave. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also provided, as well as a kettle. There is a private bathroom with free toiletries in every unit. Bed linen is available.

Location excellent. Kitchen in room all amenities. Wonderful wifi. Shower lovely.

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9.1
Wonderful
1,458 reviews
Price from
$296
per night

Destiny Scotland - Distillers House offers self-catering accommodation in a period building in Edinburgh's West End. Guests can enjoy free WiFi at the property.

All apartments feature a kitchen equipped with a dishwasher, oven, coffee machine and microwave. There is a bathroom in each apartment, equipped with free toiletries and a shower. A lounge area is available, and a TV is provided in the bedroom. Towels and bed linen are available.

Really nice apartment in the west end of Edinburgh. The property is easy to get to from the Airport with taxis, buses and a tram available. The apartment itself was very nice and modern with a smart kitchen, great shower and fast wifi. Couldnt have asked for a better place.

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9
Wonderful
1,038 reviews
Price from
$171
per night

Situated in the heart of Edinburgh’s city centre, Malt House Apartments are only 2 minutes’ walk to the west end of Princes Street. The modern apartments have been converted from a whisky-bond building and come fully equipped with a kitchen, free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV.

Stylish and very practical design. Spacios apartment is ideal for two pairs or family. We had everything we need. Excellent stay. Storage was also very useful.

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9
Wonderful
1,100 reviews
Price from
$259
per night

The glamorous Rutland Hotel has stylish rooms, a luxurious late-lounge, and a unique restaurant with a glass wine cellar. It is situated on the West End of Princes Street, with views of Edinburgh Castle.

Great location, friendly and efficient staff but low key

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9.1
Wonderful
1,844 reviews
Price from
$270
per night

This small, family-run metro hotel has easy access by bus to Edinburgh city centre, less than 2 miles away. It offers free on-street parking, free WiFi, en-suite rooms and a bar.

The Hotel Ceilidh-Donia is in a quiet residential area, just off Dalkeith Road, a major route into Edinburgh. Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station, Edinburgh Castle and the shops of Princes Street are within a 15-minute bus ride.

Great location with wonderful hosts. Quiet area with safe parking on street. Easy walking distance to restaurants, pubs, coffee shops, even the Royal Mile. Our room was large, spotless, and quiet. We enjoyed the quality linen, towels, and toiletries. Best shower I've had on this trip! You could not ask for a better breakfast. The hosts are friendly and knowledgeable. They went above and beyond!

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9.4
Wonderful
1,520 reviews
Price from
$132
per night

Featuring a fitness centre, a terrace as well as a bar, Gleneagles Townhouse is set in the centre of Edinburgh, 400 metres from Edinburgh Waverley station. This property is located a short distance from attractions such as National Museum of Scotland, The Real Mary King's Close, and University of Edinburgh. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.

Great location, Friendly staf, clean

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9.2
Wonderful
229 reviews
Price from
$472
per night

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