The Best Hotels Closest to Castlehill in Edinburgh - 2026 Updated Prices

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A grand lobby with a central floral arrangement, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, elegant furniture, and decorative wall art.

A hotel room with a plaid sofa, two armchairs, a round coffee table, a desk with a lamp, and a large mirror.

A restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a view of the outdoors.

1. The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.6 km from Castlehill

Abdullah

₹44,818

₹56,470 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A modern lounge area with contemporary furniture, large windows, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern interior with yellow and black chairs, wooden tables, and a patterned rug.

A balcony with seating, a potted plant, and a view of the cityscape.

A bathroom with two large, dark stone sinks, a mirror, and a towel rack.

2. Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.4 km from Castlehill

Kirby

₹15,004

₹18,905 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A grand hallway with a marble floor, a staircase, and a decorative chandelier.

A luxurious bedroom with a large bed, a tray of liquor bottles, and candle holders.

A bar area with a wine rack, seating, and decorative elements.

A grand entrance with columns, a sign reading "100 PRINCES STREET," and two symmetrical topiary bushes.

3. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.4 km from Castlehill

Eevy

₹52,224

₹65,802 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rooftop terrace with wicker chairs, a small table with a cup and snacks, and a view of a castle-like building in the background.

A historic building with multiple stories, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a red door.

A bar area with red chairs and a long counter, a fireplace with a painting above it, and a seating area with a sofa and tables.

A hallway with a patterned rug, wooden bookshelves, a reception desk, and a blue carpeted area.

4. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from Castlehill

Peter

₹24,605

₹31,003 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern interior with a marble bar, wooden chairs, and potted plants.

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, and a bar area with shelves stocked with various items.

A staircase with a golden handrail leading to a kitchen area with white cabinets and a stainless steel sink.

A room with two wicker chairs, a small table, and large potted plants near a window with a view of buildings.

5. Eden Locke

New Town, 0.7 km from Castlehill

Emelmarie

₹14,715

₹18,541 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A neatly made bed with white linens and two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with a view of a stone wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a microwave, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small side table with a lamp.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a round table and chairs.

6. Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

New Town, 0.6 km from Castlehill

Paola

₹17,401

₹21,925 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An outdoor patio area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, stone flooring, and a small building with a sloped roof.

A bar area with a wine rack, a large metal sink, and a bottle of wine.

A wedding ceremony setup with rows of chairs, floral decorations, and a backdrop of a painting.

A restaurant with stone walls, leather seating, and a table set with wine glasses and a candle.

7. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Castlehill

Kathleen

₹20,990

₹26,447 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A historic stone building with a large window and a view of a castle on a hill.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of buildings.

A modern room with a sofa, a wooden wardrobe, and a window with a view of parked cars.

A bedroom with a large window, a blue headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a neatly made bed with rolled towels.

8. Edinburgh Nine

Tollcross, 0.5 km from Castlehill

Steve

₹15,552

₹19,595 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden desk, a bathtub, and a stone wall.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large mural.

A dining table set for two with a view of a building through a window.

A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a chair, and a stone wall backdrop.

9. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from Castlehill

Blake

₹22,461

₹28,301 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A view of a historic castle from a window, with a statue in the foreground.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a large island with bottles, and pendant lighting.

A historic building with a prominent archway, multiple windows, and balconies with flower boxes.

A dimly lit bar area with wooden furniture, stone walls, and a large poster of a mechanical device.

10. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

West End, 0.7 km from Castlehill

Ellyn

₹23,476

₹29,579 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A historic building with a bar, restaurant, and pizzeria on the ground floor.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and armchair. There is a large window with a view of buildings.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a large mirror. There is a bed with a headboard and a small table with a chair in the background.

11. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Castlehill

Daniela

₹18,913

₹23,831 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A neatly made bed with a folded towel, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel countertop, a kettle, a toaster, and a paper towel dispenser.

A modern living room with a grey sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a desk with a lamp.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a vase with flowers.

12. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

Tollcross, 0.5 km from Castlehill

Hanneke

₹14,897

₹18,770 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a corner building with a distinctive tower and a shop with a sign reading "HENDRONS".

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a stainless steel range hood, and a black telephone. There is a dining area with a glass table, two chairs, and a bowl of fruit. Large windows provide a view of the city.

A reception area with a glass desk, a fire extinguisher, and a television displaying a cityscape.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

13. Braid Apartments by Mansley

New Town, 0.6 km from Castlehill

Margie Pecks

₹15,768

₹19,867 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A spacious indoor patio with a high ceiling, featuring a central round table surrounded by wicker chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and various potted plants.

A spacious indoor area with high ceilings, wooden tables, wicker furniture, and hanging plants.

A modern indoor seating area with two chairs and a round table, surrounded by potted plants and a glass ceiling.

A room with a large window, a fireplace, and a chair with a cushion.

14. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

New Town, 0.7 km from Castlehill

Claire

₹21,191

₹26,700 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A buffet setup with various food items, a refrigerator, and a bar area.

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter and stools, a seating area with a sofa and ottoman, and a neon sign above the bar.

A sign with the name 'Wilde' against a backdrop of lush greenery and a historic building under a blue sky.

A row of modern buildings with a mix of traditional and contemporary architecture, featuring a variety of window styles and building materials.

15. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from Castlehill

Raymundo

₹16,179

₹20,386 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A building entrance with a classical design, featuring a central door with a glass panel, flanked by columns, and a small window with plants.

A dining table with plates of food, a drink, and a book.

A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa set, a bar area, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, a bowl of oranges, and a book.

16. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

New Town, 0.8 km from Castlehill

Alexis

₹13,658

₹17,209 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A spacious living room with a fireplace, two leather armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A grand staircase with ornate woodwork and a clock, leading to a room with patterned wallpaper and a framed painting.

A multi-story building with a traditional stone facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance with a wooden door.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large mirror.

17. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

New Town, 0.8 km from Castlehill

George

₹13,444

₹16,940 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A hallway with a door leading to a balcony, a wall-mounted mirror, and a light fixture.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a coffee machine, and a microwave.

A historic building with multiple ground-floor establishments including 'The Doric Bar & Restaurant' and 'The Hebrides'.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a bed with orange and white bedding, a kitchenette, and a dark door.

18. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.4 km from Castlehill

Susan

₹16,270

₹20,500 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a view of a clock tower, and distant mountains.

A grand, circular staircase with intricate geometric patterns on the walls and floor, leading to an upper level.

A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, evenly spaced windows, and a central entrance with a canopy.

A lobby with a checkered floor, a central seating area, and a large painting on the back wall.

19. The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

New Town, 0.7 km from Castlehill

Amy

₹31,425

₹39,595 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, umbrellas, and potted plants.

A bar area with a marble countertop, various bottles, a beer tap, and a decorative glass bowl with greenery.

A bar area with marble counters, gold chairs, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A building with the sign "Tiger Lily" above the entrance. There are flower boxes with pink flowers on the windowsills.

20. Tigerlily

New Town, 0.7 km from Castlehill

DANIELA

₹21,467

₹27,048 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Castlehill

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Balmoral Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Market Street Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,541 reviews	View
100 Princes Street	9.8 Exceptional 78 reviews	View
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh	9.6 Exceptional 1,464 reviews	View
Eden Locke	9.6 Exceptional 1,419 reviews	View

Top Castlehill Hotel Reviews

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great room, brilliant staff, nice pool, excellent location. Would absolutely stay there again!"

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was helpful with storing our luggage and getting a cab when needed. Centrally located."

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"10/10. I stayed from Oct 7-13 in a superior suite because I didn’t want to share my space. It was absolutely amazing. The hostel as a whole was clean, cute, and safe. As a female solo traveler, safety was my main priority and I felt secure throughout my whole stay. The room was cute with an amazing view of St Giles Cathedral. I didn’t venture to the common shared spaces because my itinerary was full but the areas I did visit like the cafe and bar, I enjoyed. The location was perfect. On the Royal Mile. Close to many shops and restaurants. I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend his hostel."

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel with an amazing view. Very central based and had a lovely restaurant. I was very lucky to be able to check in early and had an upgrade which made the experience even better with stunning views from the bay window. I will be looking to book again and would recommend to anyone new to the city or a returner."

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, staff polite, extra requests health with brilliantly. Would highly recommend paying the extra to stay is this part of Edinburgh at this hotel"

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Great location for city center exploring & very close to Waverly Station for day trips exploring the area. Hotel staff were knowledgeable about the area and we used their expertise frequently."

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

8/10 Good

"Excellent minimalist twin room. Breakfast was average."

Market Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was close proximity to your needs and wants. If you are there for a day and just needed some rest every thing was right there."

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"First Class experience from start to finish! The Virgin company, hands down, knows what they are doing when it comes to travel and hospitality, coming from someone who was once an executive of a 5 star luxury brand. Virgin Edinburgh was such a vibe. The whole aesthetic is sexy, sultry and ever so inviting. You are immersed in intrigue at every turn with the eccentric decor and vibrancy of color throughout the hotel. The staff, First Class from the moment we were greeted at the door, to check-in, the bar and each restaurant, to the housekeeping staff, excellence every step of the way. This brand does not miss a beat. We were celebrating two momentous occasions; 30 years married and my 50th Birthday and the thoughtful gestures extended were immensely appreciated by both myself and my husband. The hotel manager, unfortunately I didn’t get his name, even went as far as looking through several cases of whiskey just to find the certain numbered bottle my husband was looking to purchase. That in itself, to the extra mile, was above and beyond. Throughout our stay, there were so many of these little gestures that made my heart pitter patter and solidified my loyalty not only to this hotel in future travels but to the brand itself, Virgin. This company knows what personality makes the brand successful. Perfect location! Near Royal Mile & Victoria St. It’s on the higher price point but you get what you pay for. Book it! You won’t regret it!"

Other attractions near Castlehill

A narrow street with historic stone buildings, a gated courtyard, and a wet pavement.

Writers' Museum

Housed in an old noble’s city mansion and hidden away in a quiet courtyard, this museum provides an enlightening look at the lives of Scotland’s most famous writers.

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Scotch Whisky Experience

8.8/10 (347 reviews)

Enjoy a barrel ride, talks and tasting sessions in this lively museum devoted to Scotland's famous amber nectar.

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The Hub

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting The Hub, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.

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Highland Tolbooth Kirk

Learn about the local history of Edinburgh when you take a trip to Highland Tolbooth Kirk. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

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Riddle's Court

You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Riddle's Court. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.

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Witchery Tours

You can study the exhibits at Witchery Tours, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

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The Liquid Room

After visiting The Liquid Room, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edinburgh. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

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Tartan Weaving Mill

8.0/10 (10 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Tartan Weaving Mill, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Edinburgh. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Castlehill?

Castlehill is located in Edinburgh. This historic area is known for its array of dining options and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 1587 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Castlehill?

Adjacent to Castlehill, Apex Grassmarket Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton and Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection.

How many hotels will I find near Castlehill?

Expedia has 1587 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Castlehill.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Castlehill, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Castlehill.

What can I see and do near Castlehill?

Study the collections at Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland or Writers' Museum. Sights like Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile and Grassmarket are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at Usher Hall, Festival Theatre and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

How can I get to Castlehill?

To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Edinburgh Waverley Station or Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station). There may not be many public transport options to choose from close to Castlehill so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

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Our top choices for Castlehill hotels

1. The Balmoral Hotel

2. Market Street Hotel

3. 100 Princes Street

4. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5. Eden Locke

6. Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

7. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

8. Edinburgh Nine

9. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

10. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

11. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

12. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

13. Braid Apartments by Mansley

14. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

15. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

16. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

17. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

18. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

19. The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

20. Tigerlily

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Top Castlehill Hotel Reviews

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

Market Street Hotel

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Other attractions near Castlehill

Writers' Museum

Scotch Whisky Experience

The Hub

Highland Tolbooth Kirk

Riddle's Court

Witchery Tours

The Liquid Room

Tartan Weaving Mill

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