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The Balmoral Hotel

The Balmoral Hotel
5.0 star property
New Town, 0.4 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Absolutely perfect! Location is amazing and the staff are incredible and made our stay extra special."
United Kingdom
Ann
The price is S$983
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
The Balmoral Hotel

Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
5.0 star property
0.7 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (148 reviews)
"Great place excellent location. Really nice apartment and excellent attention! Definitely we are going back! "
United Kingdom
Valeria Maria
The price is S$335
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (182 reviews)
"Apartment was in a great location. Clean and tidy with everything you need for a stay. "
United Kingdom
Toby
The price is S$313
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
5.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect location, very comfortable and clean family suite. "
Canada
Christine
The price is S$466
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Roomzzz Edinburgh

Roomzzz Edinburgh
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.3 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (306 reviews)
"We loved our stay at Roomzzz Edinburgh! This is definitely a hidden gem with a fantastic view of Calton Hill. Easy walking distance to almost everywhere, this was a great home base for our days exploring the city. Clean, modern rooms, friendly staff, you can’t ask for more!"
Canada
Kristina
The price is S$214
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Roomzzz Edinburgh

100 Princes Street

100 Princes Street
4.5 star property
New Town, 1.1 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, with a wonderful staff who were so kind & helpful."
United States
Heather Michelle
The price is S$954
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
100 Princes Street

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 1.1 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Good location, great rooms, food and overall service!"
United Kingdom
Ingrid
The price is S$168
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh
5.0 star property
New Town, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (779 reviews)
"Great room, great location, super friendly staff. "
United States
Michael
The price is S$513
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

RÌGH Residences

RÌGH Residences
4.0 star property
New Town, 1.1 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (276 reviews)
"Absolutely fantastic stay! The staff were wonderful and accommodating. The room had lovely amenities and was exactly as pictured. It was even better than expected! Location was perfect and not too noisy, even on a Friday night. "
Canada
Kirstin
The price is S$255
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
RÌGH Residences

Eden Locke

Eden Locke
4.0 star property
New Town, 1.4 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,356 reviews)
"Great location with nice food "
United States
Kimberly
The price is S$194
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Eden Locke

The Raeburn

The Raeburn
4.0 star property
Stockbridge, 2 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (376 reviews)
"Great service, a wonderful atmosphere and good breakfast."
United States
Iain
The price is S$296
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
The Raeburn

Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments
3.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (247 reviews)
"The apartment was great. Spotlessly clean, comfortable, warm and contained everything we needed. Location was perfect. Close to lots of great cafes, short walk to Royal Mile or across the bridge to Princes Street if thats your bag. We will definately use again. "
United Kingdom
Gill
The price is S$295
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites
4.0 star property
New Town, 1.1 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (200 reviews)
"Very clean and nice accommodations. View was wonderful! "
United States
Catherine
The price is S$297
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

Ten Hill Place

Ten Hill Place
4.0 star property
Southside, 1 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and hotel. Staff were friendly, polite and helpful. "
United States
Akiva
The price is S$215
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Ten Hill Place

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
5.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.9 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,446 reviews)
"Great stay, excellent location "
United Kingdom
John
The price is S$557
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

W Edinburgh

W Edinburgh
5.0 star property
New Town, 0.4 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (433 reviews)
"Staff was attentive, helpful and kind"
United States
Zachary
The price is S$443
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
W Edinburgh

ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square

ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square
3.0 star property
New Town, 0.7 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Great staff, lovely breakfast. Well positioned "
United Kingdom
Lorna
The price is S$238
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square

The Scotsman Hotel

The Scotsman Hotel
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"It’s a great classical hotel with a perfect location. Will definitely stay again!"
United States
LEI
The price is S$354
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
The Scotsman Hotel

The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

The Rutland Hotel & Apartments
4.0 star property
West End, 1.6 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (412 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff, great room and location, wonderful eggs beniedict royale and fresh squeezed orange juice for breakfast."
United Kingdom
Marcus
The price is S$270
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,020 reviews)
"Great location! Super friendly staff!!"
United States
Peggy
The price is S$348
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
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Compare popular hotels close to City Observatory

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
3 restaurants, breakfast served
The Balmoral Hotel
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
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Living room
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
148 reviews
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Balcony view
Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
182 reviews
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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Roomzzz Edinburgh
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
306 reviews
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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 1369 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, Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options close by include Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection and CODE - The Court, Edinburgh.
How many hotels will I find near City Observatory?
Expedia has 1369 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 of Edinburgh feature captivating exhibits. Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile 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).