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Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment

Old Town, Edinburgh (0.4 miles from University of Edinburgh)

Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment; building dating back to 1634, offers unique self catering accommodation directly located within the buzzy street bars and cafes of the Grassmarket Square, Old...

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9.6
Exceptional
143 reviews

Gilmour's Entry Apartment

Newington, Edinburgh (0.3 miles from University of Edinburgh)

Situated in Edinburgh and only 600 metres from University of Edinburgh, Gilmour's Entry Apartment features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

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9.6
Exceptional
139 reviews

Heart of Edinburgh's Historic Old Town - Blair Street

Old Town, Edinburgh (0.4 miles from University of Edinburgh)

Set in the centre of Edinburgh, Heart of Edinburgh's Historic Old Town - Blair Street offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

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9.3
Superb
99 reviews
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£399
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Castle Suite 3 Old Town

Old Town, Edinburgh (0.4 miles from University of Edinburgh)

Located in Edinburgh's Old Town district, this apartment is 300 metres from Edinburgh Castle. Castle Suite 3 Old Town features views of the city and is 300 metres from The Royal Mile.

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9.3
Superb
85 reviews
Price from
£286
per night

*Amazing Location!*In heart of the City. 2BR & Cot

Old Town, Edinburgh (0.4 miles from University of Edinburgh)

In the Old Town district of Edinburgh, close to National Museum of Scotland, *Amazing Location!*In heart of the City. 2BR & Cot has free WiFi and a washing machine.

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9.4
Superb
49 reviews
Price from
£369
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The Edinburgh Meadows Apartment

Newington, Edinburgh (0.4 miles from University of Edinburgh)

Located in Edinburgh, near Royal Mile, National Museum of Scotland and The Real Mary King's Close, The Edinburgh Meadows Apartment has a terrace.

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9.2
Superb
93 reviews

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  • The Witchery by the Castle
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 135 reviews

    The Witchery by the Castle offers a range of opulent suites in Edinburgh, each one unique with its own special features.

    the staff were really friendly and the food was great.

  • The Scotsman Hotel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,887 reviews

    Overlooking Carlton Hill, Princes Street Gardens and Waverley Station, the 4-star Scotsman Hotel was originally built in 1905. This majestic, listed building was once The Scotsman newspaper.

    One of the most beautiful rooms I've ever stayed in!

  • Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,060 reviews

    Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh is In the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, right beside the Royal Mile and less than a 5-minute walk from Waverly Train Station.

    Unbeatable breakfast! Best I've had in Edinburgh

  • Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,608 reviews

    Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre features a spa/ fitness centre, bar and bedrooms with free Wi-Fi. Waverley train station is just a 5-minute walk away.

    Location Location Location . It was so convenient.

  • BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,252 reviews

    BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh features free bikes, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Edinburgh.

    Friendly, clean, perfect location close to station

  • Market Street hotel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,394 reviews

    Located in the centre of Edinburgh, just a few minutes’ walk from the Royal Mile and 650 yards of The Real Mary King's Close, Market Street forms part of Edinburgh’s historic skyline.

    Excellent location Nice helpful staff Couldnt fault it

  • Motel One Edinburgh-Royal
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 8,367 reviews

    Situated in the centre of Edinburgh, the Motel One Edinburgh-Royal is 5 minutes’ walk away from the train station, and only half a mile from the Castle. Guests can reach the historical St.

    Great location for a quick tourist trip to Edinburgh

  • Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,529 reviews

    Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh has a central Edinburgh location, just 10 minutes’ walk from the Royal Mile.

    Great hotel, good location. Lovely, friendly staff.

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  • Grassmarket Hotel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,267 reviews

    Boasting stylish rooms with plasma-screen TVs and wall-sized magnetic maps, this refurbished hotel is 800 metres from Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station and 300 metres from the Royal Mile.

    Staff are lovely. Rooms are very clean and comfortable.

  • Doubletree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,643 reviews

    Located in the heart of Edinburgh, Doubletree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre offers fantastic views over Edinburgh Castle.

    Gorgeous room very lovely n the bed was so confortable

  • Apex Grassmarket Hotel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,582 reviews

    In the vibrant Grassmarket area, the Apex Grassmarket Hotel has a sauna, a pool, a gym, an award-winning restaurant, and free WiFi for guests to enjoy.

    The location and the views of the castle were sublime

  • Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,454 reviews

    Cosy, convenient and super chic, the 4-star Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel has rooms with extraordinary views and is designed for special stays.

    Really clean room with everything I needed and more.

  • Leonardo Edinburgh City
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,761 reviews

    Boasting a bar, Leonardo Edinburgh City is situated in Edinburgh in the Lothian region, 700 metres from EICC and less than 1 km from National Museum of Scotland.

    Perfect location, delicious breakfast, polite staff

  • Stay Central Hotel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,343 reviews

    Stay Central Hotel is just a 3-minute walk from the historic Royal Mile. Located in the Cowgate, this lively budget hotel is in Edinburgh's Old Town, within half a mile of Princes Street.

    Super easy to get to - very clean and good breakfast!

  • ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,975 reviews

    In the heart of historic Edinburgh, ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile is situated just off the historic Royal Mile. The stylish hotel has a lively bar and spacious rooms with internet access.

    Small room but very clean. The breakfast was great

  • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh – Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,710 reviews

    This city centre Holiday Inn Express is just a few minutes’ walk from the Royal Mile, and 0.6 miles from Holyrood House.

    Excellent hotel, good clean room, comfortable bed

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  • Ten Hill Place
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,866 reviews

    Just 0.5 miles from Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station, this 4-star Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive is owned by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and offers free WiFi.

    The hotel is exceedingly well maintained and clean.

  • The Inn on the Mile
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 693 reviews

    Situated on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh city centre, The Inn on the Mile offers an alternative luxury hotel experience of staying in one of Edinburgh's most prestigious historic landmarks.

    Location was great breakfast was nice but of a wait

  • Fraser Suites Edinburgh
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,917 reviews

    Just off the Royal Mile and near Edinburgh Castle, the boutique Fraser Suites Edinburgh hotel boasts a gym and a restaurant. There are superb views across Princes Street Gardens.

    The rooms were fabulous, spacious and with the amazing views

  • Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 181 reviews

    Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh is set in the heart of the city on the historic Royal Mile.

    The location is great. Amazing and friendly staff.

  • ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge – Royal Mile
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 8,942 reviews

    A 5-minute walk from Waverley Train Station, ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge – Royal Mile provides centrally located accommodation in the Old Town.

    Lovely breakfast ,lovely staff made us feel really welcome

  • Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,878 reviews

    Overlooking The Royal Mile, the Hilton Edinburgh Carlton has a stylish cocktail bar and modern brasserie.

    The room & bathroom, the location & friendly staff

  • Edinburgh Central Lauriston ApartHotel

    Situated in Edinburgh and within 700 metres of EICC, Edinburgh Central Lauriston ApartHotel has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

University of Edinburgh

This university first opened its doors way back in 1583. Since then it has built up a vast historical archive. Stroll around the storied campus and dip into the diverse displays of its many museums. You’ll come across everything from 16th-century musical instruments to a 130,000-strong rock and fossil collection.

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