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Our top choices for City Observatory hotels

3 restaurants, breakfast served

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)
"Excellent staff and perfect location.Very clean ,excellent service "
United States
george
The price is €455
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
The Balmoral Hotel
Daily local cuisine breakfast for a fee

Market Street Hotel

Market Street Hotel
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,251 reviews)
"Great stay "
United States
Chase
The price is €177
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Market Street Hotel
Bar (on property)

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
5.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice location. Very professional staff."
United States
Maikel
The price is €310
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
Terrace/patio

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels
4.0 star property
Broughton, 0.4 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (149 reviews)
"Well equipped, great location, friendly helpful staff."
United Kingdom
Ian
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels
Exterior

Six Brunton Place

Six Brunton Place
5.0 star property
Leith, 0.6 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (213 reviews)
"The home was beautiful and homey. Very comfortable. Hilary, the proprietor, was gracious and helpful. Fantastic breakfast. "
United States
Kevin
Six Brunton Place
Front of property

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, (147 reviews)
"Great place excellent location. Really nice apartment and excellent attention! Definitely we are going back! "
United Kingdom
Valeria Maria
The price is €163
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
Vantage Studio with Balcony and View

Roomzzz Edinburgh

Roomzzz Edinburgh
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.3 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (303 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was very clean with amazing views and multiple amenities. The bathroom floors are heated and the shower was great . "
United States
Detra
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Roomzzz Edinburgh
Hallway

Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge
4.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (799 reviews)
"Well situated just off the Royal Mile / North Bridge"
United Kingdom
Chris
Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Destiny Scotland - Broughton St Lofts

Destiny Scotland - Broughton St Lofts
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (104 reviews)
"everything we could have wantedand great location "
United Kingdom
Annette
Destiny Scotland - Broughton St Lofts
Indoor pool, pool loungers

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.2 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,037 reviews)
"Throughly enjoyed our stay, room was spacious, staff couldn't have been more helpful "
United Kingdom
Georgia
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Daily full breakfast for a fee

24 Royal Terrace

24 Royal Terrace
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (349 reviews)
"Spotlessly clean room, friendly and helpful staff. We would definitely stay again "
United Kingdom
Caroline
24 Royal Terrace
Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View

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, (778 reviews)
"Great room, great location, super friendly staff. "
United States
Michael
The price is €332
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh
Lobby

100 Princes Street

100 Princes Street
4.5 star property
New Town, 1.1 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (55 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, with a wonderful staff who were so kind & helpful."
United States
Heather Michelle
The price is €461
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
100 Princes Street
Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Private kitchen

Braid Apartments by Mansley

Braid Apartments by Mansley
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.9 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (651 reviews)
"Place was great and well equipped. Location was fantastic for exploring Edinburgh"
United States
Maxwell Adrian
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Braid Apartments by Mansley
2 Bed Apartment | Living area

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town
4.0 star property
New Town, 1 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (77 reviews)
"What an amazing place - loved it"
United Kingdom
Robert
No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town
Property amenity

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, (1,002 reviews)
"Good location, great rooms, food and overall service!"
United Kingdom
Ingrid
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
Exterior

Princes Street Suites

Princes Street Suites
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,493 reviews)
"Staff attentiveness "
United Kingdom
Caitlin
The price is €149
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Princes Street Suites
2 bars/lounges

W Edinburgh

W Edinburgh
5.0 star property
New Town, 0.4 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (416 reviews)
"Super Friendly staff, great location and great room"
United Kingdom
Roger
The price is €235
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
W Edinburgh
Superior 2 Bed Apartment with Balcony | Balcony view

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, (179 reviews)
"Amazing location and the apartment was everything as described. Each room was separated with very heavy automatically closing fire door, so it was very hard for our children to open them or navigate through the apartment themselves. Would stay here again if there was door stops available, or when the children are older. "
United States
Shannon
Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence
Exterior

Parliament House Hotel

Parliament House Hotel
3.0 star property
New Town, 0.2 km from City Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very authentic Scottish hotel . Great breakfast, good quality food. Very near train station in a quiet area. "
United Kingdom
Angela
Parliament House Hotel
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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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Daily local cuisine breakfast for a fee
Market Street Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,251 reviews
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Bar (on property)
Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,004 reviews
View
Terrace/patio
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
149 reviews
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Exterior
Six Brunton Place
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
213 reviews
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Top City Observatory Hotel Reviews

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

6/10 Okay
"We were in room 449 with a balcony. Pros Nice hotel the staff were brilliant breakfast nice and great location. The bed really comfortable. Cons Thursday night slept like a log. The second night Friday little did we know there was a nightclub next to room. The booming from music went through your body. We phoned reception to see what time the club shut we were advised 3an. Didnt get to sleep till 3.30am. Which wasn't ideal as we had a long drive up to the highlands. And felt shattered in the morning. "
Graham 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Hotels near other City Observatory attractions

View from Calton Hill showcasing the iconic clock tower in Edinburgh's New Town with striking architecture against a cloudy sky

Calton Hill

4.5/5 (1,056 reviews)
Grab your camera and head for the hill that features monuments, superb views and the seat of the Scottish government.
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Edinburgh royal playhouse theater

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

4.2/5 (454 reviews)
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
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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 1328 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 Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile and CODE - The Court, Edinburgh.
How many hotels will I find near City Observatory?
Expedia has 1328 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).