⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near City Observatory for 2026

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A bathroom with a toilet, sink, shower, and a handrail.

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a stone building in the background.

A modern bar area with a neon sign, a menu board, and a staircase leading to other rooms.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a neon sign on the wall.

1. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.4 km from City Observatory

kimberly

S$372

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, and a balcony with a view of the city.

A modern living room with a fireplace, blue furniture, and a large window.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

2. RÌGH Residences

New Town, 1.1 km from City Observatory

Robert

S$329

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A balcony with two modern chairs, a small table, and two glasses of orange juice.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small round table, and a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and large windows.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a dining area with chairs.

3. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Broughton, 0.4 km from City Observatory

christopher

S$204

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A room with a round table, two chairs, a red sofa, a small side table with books, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A multi-story building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a coffee machine, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

4. Stay Hush

Holyrood, 0.5 km from City Observatory

Nipa

S$252

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 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.

5. Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from City Observatory

Pam

S$253

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a wooden ladder, and a bar counter.

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.

6. The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.4 km from City Observatory

NHU PHUC

S$845

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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.

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

7. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 1.1 km from City Observatory

Eevy

S$793

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a round table, and a bookshelf.

A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned carpet, leather seating, and large windows offering city views.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a small table, and chairs. There is a large window with a city view.

A modern hotel with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance.

8. The Resident Edinburgh

West End, 1.9 km from City Observatory

Luca

S$215

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious indoor area with a long counter, wooden chairs, and potted plants.

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

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.

9. Eden Locke

New Town, 1.4 km from City Observatory

Lauren

S$233

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with a wooden cabinet, a dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a kettle.

A man sitting on a couch using a smartphone in a room with a painting on the wall, a table with a pitcher and glasses, and a chair.

A person lying on the floor with a pizza box and a board game nearby.

A wooden chair with a cushioned seat and backrest, positioned in a room with a carpeted floor and a window casting light on the chair.

10. Meus Apartments

New Town, 1.7 km from City Observatory

Harald

S$281

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

A historic building with the sign "Hotel du Vin & Bistro" indicating a restaurant and hotel.

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

11. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.1 km from City Observatory

Kathleen

S$346

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a small coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

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.

12. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 1 km from City Observatory

Daniela

S$323

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 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.

13. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from City Observatory

Rory

S$416

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, a view of the city through the window, and a geometric wall design.

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

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

14. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

West End, 1.6 km from City Observatory

Ellyn

S$425

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 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 restaurant interior with stone walls, hanging light fixtures, and bar area with shelves of bottles.

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

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

15. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.9 km from City Observatory

Asel

S$390

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of the city.

A dining area with a table and two chairs, a potted plant, and a window with a view of a garden.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a window with a view of greenery.

A neatly made bed with a dark headboard, two bedside lamps, and a window with a view of a stone building.

16. 33 Castle Terrace

Tollcross, 1.5 km from City Observatory

Moustafa Marwan

S$281

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

A modern apartment with a kitchen, a dining area, and a living room. There is a large window providing a view of the city.

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

17. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from City Observatory

George

S$261

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, and a view of a cityscape and tower through the window.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a store with shelves.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a wooden wardrobe, and a balcony with a view of a cityscape.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV, wooden shelves with decorative items, and a large window with a view.

18. Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, 0.3 km from City Observatory

Sandra L

S$240

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a fireplace. There are framed pictures on the walls and a chandelier above the bar.

A bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and a large painting on the wall.

A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

A building with a red door, numbered 24, and a sign for a gallery and bar gardens.

19. 24 Royal Terrace

New Town, 0.5 km from City Observatory

Ian

S$259

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 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 historic building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with steps.

20. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

New Town, 1.5 km from City Observatory

Claire

S$380

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh	9.8 Exceptional 852 reviews	View
RÌGH Residences	9.8 Exceptional 343 reviews	View
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels	9.8 Exceptional 256 reviews	View
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Top City Observatory Hotel Reviews

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was great! Amazing location, clean room with comfortable beds. The staff was friendly and accommodating!"

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Didn't love the order from your table and remember the number because when you're alone, your table is gone when you return."

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent!"

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

10/10 Excellent

"I would stay here again."

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

8/10 Good

"Great hotel in walking distance from the train station. Lots to see and do around the hotel. Staff are lovely and welcoming. Pool and saunas are a nice way to end the day."

Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"A nice hotel in a good location"

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I loved the location very much. My room was nice . I would reccommend!"

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This room was clean, comfortable and in a perfect location. Literally walk out the door and you are in the most beautiful city. Restaurants right across the street. Easy to walk just about anywhere. I recommend this hotel."

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"Small room, no hot water in shower."

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Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

8.4/10 (1,089 reviews)

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National Monument of Scotland

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Omni Centre Edinburgh

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Waterloo Place

Find out about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Waterloo Place. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries.

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Greenside Parish Church

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around City Observatory?

City Observatory is located in a historic area of Edinburgh known for its top museums and lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 1412 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to City Observatory?

Adjacent to City Observatory, Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. Other good options close by include Apex Grassmarket Hotel and Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection.

How many hotels will I find near City Observatory?

Expedia has 1412 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from City Observatory.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near City Observatory.

What can I see and do near City Observatory?

National Museum of Scotland, Scotch Whisky Experience and Museum on the Mound feature captivating exhibits. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Dungeon are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can watch performances at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Festival Theatre and Queen's Hall if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to City Observatory?

With so many transport options, seeing all of the area near City Observatory is easy. Nearby metro stations include St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Princes Street Tram Stop. To explore the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Edinburgh Waverley Station or Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station).

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Our top choices for City Observatory hotels

1. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

2. RÌGH Residences

3. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

4. Stay Hush

5. Market Street Hotel

6. The Balmoral Hotel

7. 100 Princes Street

8. The Resident Edinburgh

9. Eden Locke

10. Meus Apartments

11. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

12. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

13. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

14. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

15. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

16. 33 Castle Terrace

17. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

18. Roomzzz Edinburgh

19. 24 Royal Terrace

20. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

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Top City Observatory Hotel Reviews

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Other attractions near City Observatory

Calton Hill

Nelson Monument

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

National Monument of Scotland

Omni Centre Edinburgh

Waterloo Place

Greenside Parish Church

Sherlock Holmes Statue

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