⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Royal Mile for 2026

Q: What's the area like around Royal Mile?

Royal Mile 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 1335 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Q: What's the best place to stay close to Royal Mile?

Adjacent to Royal Mile, 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 choices close by include Apex Grassmarket Hotel and Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh .

Q: How many hotels can I expect to find near Royal Mile?

Expedia has 1335 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Royal Mile.

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

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Royal Mile.

Q: What can I see and do near Royal Mile?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Scotland, Scotch Whisky Experience or Museum of Edinburgh. Sights like Edinburgh Castle, Real Mary King's Close and Edinburgh Dungeon are landmarks to visit in the area. You can check out the local talent at Festival Theatre, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Usher Hall.

Q: How can I get to Royal Mile?

With so many ways to get around, seeing all of the area near Royal Mile is a breeze. Metro stations nearby include St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Princes Street Tram Stop. If you're taking a train into town, Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are the closest stations to Edinburgh City Centre.

Our top choices for Royal Mile hotels

Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Royal Mile

Samuel

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.2 km from Royal Mile

Lorna

includes taxes & fees

15 Jan - 16 Jan

Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.1 km from Royal Mile

Louise

Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, < 0.1 km from Royal Mile

Daniela

includes taxes & fees

20 Jan - 21 Jan

Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts

Old Town Edinburgh, < 0.1 km from Royal Mile

Tonya

The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.4 km from Royal Mile

Christine

includes taxes & fees

20 Jan - 21 Jan

Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

Old Town Edinburgh, < 0.1 km from Royal Mile

DAVID

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar

100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.9 km from Royal Mile

Bruce

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Ten Hill Place

Southside, 0.5 km from Royal Mile

Kay

includes taxes & fees

20 Jan - 21 Jan

Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

0.8 km from Royal Mile

Claire

includes taxes & fees

18 Jan - 19 Jan

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Royal Mile

Laurie

includes taxes & fees

18 Jan - 19 Jan

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Broughton, 0.8 km from Royal Mile

Llsa

includes taxes & fees

14 Jan - 15 Jan

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Royal Mile

Siwan

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, 0.5 km from Royal Mile

Kelsea

includes taxes & fees

18 Jan - 19 Jan

The Scotsman Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.1 km from Royal Mile

Yermonia

Braid Apartments by Mansley

New Town, 0.9 km from Royal Mile

"Loved our stay in a 2 bed apartment in Braid apartments. Beds so comfortable that I didn’t want to leave ! Great welcome basket with some breakfast items were waiting for us on arrival. 2 bathrooms with showers in each and great heat throughout the apartment. Super place to be based as so close to princes street and main sites. Staff very helpful before arrival and provided information when it was needed. We arrived around 8pm and it was easy to access with the provided code which was emailed...

Susan

includes taxes & fees

18 Jan - 19 Jan

Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Royal Mile

Alannah

includes taxes & fees

19 Jan - 20 Jan

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Royal Mile

Rukiya

includes taxes & fees

21 Jan - 22 Jan

Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

New Town, 0.9 km from Royal Mile

Catherine

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

New Town, 0.4 km from Royal Mile

Lisa

includes taxes & fees

18 Jan - 19 Jan

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Top Royal Mile Hotel Reviews

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room was modern and spotless, couldn’t have asked for a better location for a hotel "

The Scotsman Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The carpets in the room are looking a bit grubby. There was a young blonde waitress in the breakfast room that looked like she had just woken up, not brushed her hair and her white shirt looked like she had slept in it, it was so creased and tatty. She also has a bad work ethic standing at the toaster to keep warm and not lifting dish!!"

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Incredible Hotel! I wish I could remember all the staffs name and give them KUDOS! I do remember AMOS, he was FANTASTIC! All were super helpful! Room was amazing! Amazing view of Edinburgh Castle. Area is perfect. Busses and taxis right outside the front. Walking distance to all the attractions. Thank you for making our trip AMAZING!"

Hotels near other Royal Mile attractions

Holyrood Palace was built in 1671, is located at the bottom of Royal Mile in Old Town Edinburgh, Scotland, UK. Old town Edinburgh is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995.

Palace of Holyroodhouse

4.5/5 (1,962 reviews)

Palace of Holyroodhouse is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

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Holyrood Abbey

You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a visit to Holyrood Abbey. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this romantic area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Royal Mile?

Royal Mile 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 1335 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Royal Mile?

Adjacent to Royal Mile, 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 choices close by include Apex Grassmarket Hotel and Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Royal Mile?

Expedia has 1335 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Royal Mile.

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

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Royal Mile.

What can I see and do near Royal Mile?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Scotland, Scotch Whisky Experience or Museum of Edinburgh. Sights like Edinburgh Castle, Real Mary King's Close and Edinburgh Dungeon are landmarks to visit in the area. You can check out the local talent at Festival Theatre, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Usher Hall.

How can I get to Royal Mile?

With so many ways to get around, seeing all of the area near Royal Mile is a breeze. Metro stations nearby include St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Princes Street Tram Stop. If you're taking a train into town, Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are the closest stations to Edinburgh City Centre.

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Our top choices for Royal Mile hotels

Market Street Hotel

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts

The Balmoral Hotel

Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

100 Princes Street

Ten Hill Place

Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Roomzzz Edinburgh

The Scotsman Hotel

Braid Apartments by Mansley

Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Top Royal Mile Hotel Reviews

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Hotels near other Royal Mile attractions

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Holyrood Abbey

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