⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Grassmarket for 2026

Q: What's the area like around Grassmarket?

Grassmarket is located in a historic area of Edinburgh known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 1514 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Q: What's the best place to stay near Grassmarket?

Adjacent to Grassmarket, 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 Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh and CODE - The Court, Edinburgh .

Q: How many hotels can I expect to find close to Grassmarket?

Expedia has 1514 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Grassmarket.

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

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Grassmarket.

Q: What can I see and do near Grassmarket?

Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland and Writers' Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. While you're exploring, swing by Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile and St. Giles' Cathedral to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Usher Hall, Festival Theatre and Queen's Hall if you're interested in local theatre.

Q: How can I get to Grassmarket?

If you're taking a train into town, Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are the closest stops to Old Town Edinburgh. There may not be many public transport stops close to Grassmarket so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

Our top choices for Grassmarket hotels

Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Grassmarket

David

includes taxes & fees

16 Jun - 17 Jun

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.1 km from Grassmarket

Jaclyn

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Grassmarket

cheryl

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.4 km from Grassmarket

OZAN

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from Grassmarket

Joe

includes taxes & fees

23 Jun - 24 Jun

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

RÌGH Residences

New Town, 0.7 km from Grassmarket

Siavash

includes taxes & fees

26 Jun - 27 Jun

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, < 0.1 km from Grassmarket

Kevin

includes taxes & fees

11 Jun - 12 Jun

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.7 km from Grassmarket

Steven

includes taxes & fees

22 Jun - 23 Jun

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Grassmarket

Fiona

includes taxes & fees

11 Jun - 12 Jun

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

Tollcross, 0.4 km from Grassmarket

Helen

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.9 km from Grassmarket

Seth

includes taxes & fees

23 Jun - 24 Jun

Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

New Town, 0.5 km from Grassmarket

Scott

includes taxes & fees

11 Jun - 12 Jun

Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from Grassmarket

Nicholas

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.5 km from Grassmarket

Kevin

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

JOIVY Gorgeous Two Bedroom Apartment With Castle Views

Tollcross, 0.5 km from Grassmarket

Mark

includes taxes & fees

15 Jun - 16 Jun

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe

33 Castle Terrace

Tollcross, 0.4 km from Grassmarket

Brian

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Charming Grassmarket Apartment with Castle View

Old Town Edinburgh, < 0.1 km from Grassmarket

edward l

includes taxes & fees

15 Jun - 16 Jun

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

New Town, 0.7 km from Grassmarket

Sherry

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Braid Apartments by Mansley

New Town, 0.8 km from Grassmarket

Maxwell Adrian

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

West End, 0.8 km from Grassmarket

Russell

includes taxes & fees

30 Jun - 1 Jul

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Compare popular hotels close to Grassmarket

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Market Street Hotel	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,376 reviews	View
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,018 reviews	View
Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 100 reviews	View
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,491 reviews	View

Top Grassmarket Hotel Reviews

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place, nice location, nice breakfast"

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

8/10 Good

"Unbeatable location for a first time Edinburgh tourist. Close to everything we did for 3 days. Attentive & helpful desk staff. Lovely dining room & lounge. We had one glitch which the front desk handled perfectly. We took advantage of the pool & sauna. Rooms were contemporary but seemed a bit “tired”. I applaud they are doing an elevator upgrade. Whilst inconvenient for us being down 50% elevator capacity, it will be appreciated by future guests."

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

6/10 Okay

"This is a large hotel with only two unlinked elevators serving a single elevator bay, with up and down stairs on the same level, resulting in extremely long wait times. When departing, we called for luggage assistance, but after waiting 15 minutes with nobody arriving, we carried our luggage down the stairs ourselves to reach the elevators. Even then, we waited another 10 minutes before we could get into an elevator, as they consistently arrived full. The suite was very nice and clean; however, none of the USB outlets worked. Additionally, the bathroom exhaust fan and towel warmer were not functioning. We also encountered an issue with being incorrectly charged for breakfast. The hotel has an unusual setup where the Executive Lounge, which serves as the breakfast venue in the morning, does not officially open until noon. Guests with Executive Lounge access are entitled to breakfast there, but we encountered a staff member who appeared unfamiliar with the policy. Despite our request, they declined to verify it with management and insisted on charging us. The charge was later removed after we spoke with a manager, who was very apologetic and resolved the issue promptly. While the accommodations themselves were pleasant, the elevator delays, maintenance issues, and breakfast billing confusion significantly detracted from the overall experience"

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

8/10 Good

"It is the perfect location to be in the city. I understand the age of the building, but there is zero AC in the rooms and the winds only open a couple inches. It’s VERY warm in the room. Also, the first room they gave us with our castle view was horrible with a giant wall obstructing the view. We requested another room and by the third try we had a decent view. Beware when paying extra for a castle view."

Hotels near other Grassmarket attractions

Scotch Whisky Experience

4.4/5 (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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Grassmarket?

Grassmarket is located in a historic area of Edinburgh known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 1514 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Grassmarket?

Adjacent to Grassmarket, 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 Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh and CODE - The Court, Edinburgh.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Grassmarket?

Expedia has 1514 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Grassmarket.

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

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Grassmarket.

What can I see and do near Grassmarket?

Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland and Writers' Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. While you're exploring, swing by Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile and St. Giles' Cathedral to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Usher Hall, Festival Theatre and Queen's Hall if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to Grassmarket?

If you're taking a train into town, Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are the closest stops to Old Town Edinburgh. There may not be many public transport stops close to Grassmarket so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Grassmarket hotels

Market Street Hotel

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

RÌGH Residences

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

The Balmoral Hotel

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

100 Princes Street

JOIVY Gorgeous Two Bedroom Apartment With Castle Views

33 Castle Terrace

Charming Grassmarket Apartment with Castle View

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

Braid Apartments by Mansley

The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

Compare popular hotels close to Grassmarket

Top Grassmarket Hotel Reviews

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

Hotels near other Grassmarket attractions

Scotch Whisky Experience

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