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Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment

Old Town, Edinburgh (0.4 miles from University of Edinburgh)

Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment; building dating back to 1634, offers unique self catering accommodation directly located within the buzzy street bars and cafes of the Grassmarket Square, Old...

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9.6
Exceptional
143 reviews

Gilmour's Entry Apartment

Newington, Edinburgh (0.3 miles from University of Edinburgh)

Situated in Edinburgh and only 600 metres from University of Edinburgh, Gilmour's Entry Apartment features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

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9.6
Exceptional
139 reviews

Heart of Edinburgh's Historic Old Town - Blair Street

Old Town, Edinburgh (0.4 miles from University of Edinburgh)

Set in the centre of Edinburgh, Heart of Edinburgh's Historic Old Town - Blair Street offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

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9.3
Superb
99 reviews
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£399
per night

Castle Suite 3 Old Town

Old Town, Edinburgh (0.4 miles from University of Edinburgh)

Located in Edinburgh's Old Town district, this apartment is 300 metres from Edinburgh Castle. Castle Suite 3 Old Town features views of the city and is 300 metres from The Royal Mile.

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9.3
Superb
85 reviews
Price from
£286
per night

*Amazing Location!*In heart of the City. 2BR & Cot

Old Town, Edinburgh (0.4 miles from University of Edinburgh)

In the Old Town district of Edinburgh, close to National Museum of Scotland, *Amazing Location!*In heart of the City. 2BR & Cot has free WiFi and a washing machine.

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9.4
Superb
49 reviews
Price from
£377
per night

The Edinburgh Meadows Apartment

Newington, Edinburgh (0.4 miles from University of Edinburgh)

Located in Edinburgh, near Royal Mile, National Museum of Scotland and The Real Mary King's Close, The Edinburgh Meadows Apartment has a terrace.

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9.2
Superb
93 reviews

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  • The Witchery by the Castle
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 135 reviews

    The Witchery by the Castle offers a range of opulent suites in Edinburgh, each one unique with its own special features.

    the staff were really friendly and the food was great.

  • Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,544 reviews

    Featuring a fitness centre, a restaurant as well as a bar, Virgin Hotels Edinburgh is located in the centre of Edinburgh, 300 metres from The Real Mary King's Close.

    Fantastic hotel Wonderful helpful staff Couldn’t fault a thing

  • Grassmarket Hotel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,264 reviews

    Boasting stylish rooms with plasma-screen TVs and wall-sized magnetic maps, this refurbished hotel is 800 metres from Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station and 300 metres from the Royal Mile.

    Staff are lovely. Rooms are very clean and comfortable.

  • Doubletree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,642 reviews

    Located in the heart of Edinburgh, Doubletree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre offers fantastic views over Edinburgh Castle.

    Gorgeous room very lovely n the bed was so confortable

  • Apex Grassmarket Hotel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,580 reviews

    In the vibrant Grassmarket area, the Apex Grassmarket Hotel has a sauna, a pool, a gym, an award-winning restaurant, and free WiFi for guests to enjoy.

    The location and the views of the castle were sublime

  • Novotel Edinburgh Centre
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,923 reviews

    5 minutes' walk from Grassmarket, Novotel Edinburgh Centre features a hot tub and swimming pool. It offers spacious, modern rooms with LCD TVs. Princes Street is a 10-minute walk away.

    The facilities, the position , wonderful breakfast.

  • ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,971 reviews

    In the heart of historic Edinburgh, ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile is situated just off the historic Royal Mile. The stylish hotel has a lively bar and spacious rooms with internet access.

    Small room but very clean. The breakfast was great

  • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh – Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,707 reviews

    This city centre Holiday Inn Express is just a few minutes’ walk from the Royal Mile, and 0.6 miles from Holyrood House.

    Excellent hotel, good clean room, comfortable bed

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  • BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,252 reviews

    BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh features free bikes, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Edinburgh.

    Friendly, clean, perfect location close to station

  • Market Street hotel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,391 reviews

    Located in the centre of Edinburgh, just a few minutes’ walk from the Royal Mile and 650 yards of The Real Mary King's Close, Market Street forms part of Edinburgh’s historic skyline.

    Excellent location Nice helpful staff Couldnt fault it

  • Leonardo Edinburgh City
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,760 reviews

    Boasting a bar, Leonardo Edinburgh City is situated in Edinburgh in the Lothian region, 700 metres from EICC and less than 1 km from National Museum of Scotland.

    Perfect location, delicious breakfast, polite staff

  • The Scotsman Hotel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,885 reviews

    Overlooking Carlton Hill, Princes Street Gardens and Waverley Station, the 4-star Scotsman Hotel was originally built in 1905. This majestic, listed building was once The Scotsman newspaper.

    One of the most beautiful rooms I've ever stayed in!

  • Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 181 reviews

    Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh is set in the heart of the city on the historic Royal Mile.

    The location is great. Amazing and friendly staff.

  • Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,878 reviews

    Overlooking The Royal Mile, the Hilton Edinburgh Carlton has a stylish cocktail bar and modern brasserie.

    The room & bathroom, the location & friendly staff

  • Edinburgh Central Lauriston ApartHotel

    Situated in Edinburgh and within 700 metres of EICC, Edinburgh Central Lauriston ApartHotel has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

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  • Motel One Edinburgh-Royal
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 8,353 reviews

    Situated in the centre of Edinburgh, the Motel One Edinburgh-Royal is 5 minutes’ walk away from the train station, and only half a mile from the Castle. Guests can reach the historical St.

    Great location for a quick tourist trip to Edinburgh

  • House of Gods Royal Mile
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,271 reviews

    Well situated in the centre of Edinburgh, House of Gods Royal Mile offers air-conditioned rooms, a bar and free WiFi.

    The breakfast was delicious and the location was fab!

  • Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,606 reviews

    Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre features a spa/ fitness centre, bar and bedrooms with free Wi-Fi. Waverley train station is just a 5-minute walk away.

    Location Location Location . It was so convenient.

  • Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,057 reviews

    Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh is In the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, right beside the Royal Mile and less than a 5-minute walk from Waverly Train Station.

    Unbeatable breakfast! Best I've had in Edinburgh

  • The Inn on the Mile
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 693 reviews

    Situated on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh city centre, The Inn on the Mile offers an alternative luxury hotel experience of staying in one of Edinburgh's most prestigious historic landmarks.

    Location was great breakfast was nice but of a wait

  • Fraser Suites Edinburgh
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,916 reviews

    Just off the Royal Mile and near Edinburgh Castle, the boutique Fraser Suites Edinburgh hotel boasts a gym and a restaurant. There are superb views across Princes Street Gardens.

    The rooms were fabulous, spacious and with the amazing views

  • ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge – Royal Mile
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 8,937 reviews

    A 5-minute walk from Waverley Train Station, ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge – Royal Mile provides centrally located accommodation in the Old Town.

    Lovely breakfast ,lovely staff made us feel really welcome

University of Edinburgh

This university first opened its doors way back in 1583. Since then it has built up a vast historical archive. Stroll around the storied campus and dip into the diverse displays of its many museums. You’ll come across everything from 16th-century musical instruments to a 130,000-strong rock and fossil collection.

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