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23 Oct - 25 Oct
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Our top choices for Edinburgh LGBT-friendly hotels

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a covered section, and string lights overhead.
A modern reception area with a curved reception desk, a digital display, and a seating area with red curtains.
A modern interior with large windows, a patterned carpet, and a view of historic buildings.
A modern bar area with a bartender, a brick wall, and a large pendant light.

1. ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
Edinburgh City Centre
United States
Gowri
€110
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
An indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and large windows.
A coffee station with two espresso machines, a display of coffee pods, and a variety of jars on shelves.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.
A gym with multiple stationary bikes, wooden floors, and mirrors on the walls.

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
Ingliston
United States
Wai
€111
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
A modern restaurant with a teal booth seating area, wooden tables, and a bar.
A modern hotel lobby with a sectional sofa, colorful chairs, and pendant lighting.
A hotel hallway with a welcome sign, elevators, and a large mural of a historic building.
A modern library with wooden bookshelves, comfortable seating, and large windows.

3. Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport

Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
Ingliston
United States
Oscar
€134
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
A restaurant interior with brick walls, wooden slats, leather seating, and pendant lighting.
A modern building with a sign reading "Dakota" and a parking lot with several cars.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a brick accent wall, and a desk area.
A modern lobby with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

4. Dakota Edinburgh

Dakota Edinburgh
South Queensferry
United States
shirley
€124
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Dakota Edinburgh
A balcony with a view of a historic cityscape, a bottle of champagne, two glasses, and a bowl of strawberries.
A Gothic-style cathedral with intricate spires and a large clock tower, surrounded by a cityscape with historic buildings and a bridge.
A bar area with stools, a bar counter, and a wine rack with bottles and glasses.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, a mirror, and a small table with a vase.

5. Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Edinburgh City Centre
Canada
Mehrdad
€177
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a nightstand with a lamp and a sign.
A modern building with a sign for 'Hannover Express' and a bench outside.
A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a digital screen, and a blue wall.
A modern bar area with leather seating and a counter stocked with beverages.

6. Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG
Ingliston
United States
Maria
€113
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG
A historic building with a stone facade, large windows, and a sign for 'Fraser Suites'.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a nightstand with a vase of flowers.
A dining area with a marble table, gold chairs, and a vase of white flowers.
A spacious living room with a large mirror, a dining area with two chairs, and a coffee table.

7. Fraser Suites Edinburgh

Fraser Suites Edinburgh
Edinburgh City Centre
United States
Jennifer
€203
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Fraser Suites Edinburgh
A hotel with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance.
A modern reception area with a digital display, a reception desk, and seating arrangements.
A modern room with a flat-screen TV mounted on a chalkboard wall, a door with a mirror, and a hallway.
A bed with white linens, a guitar, and a hat on it.

8. ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile

ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile
Edinburgh City Centre
Canada
Jennifer
€146
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a white umbrella, and a stone building facade.
A modern hotel lobby with a geometric patterned floor, a large black door, and a seating area with yellow chairs.
A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone wood floor, a sofa set, a bar area, and a large mirror.
A modern lounge area with plush seating, round tables, and a herringbone patterned floor.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh

Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh
Edinburgh City Centre
Canada
Kerim
€160
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh
A spacious living room with a fireplace, two leather armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large mirror.
A multi-story building with a traditional stone facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance with a wooden door.
A four-poster bed with a view of the city, a fireplace, and a television in a hotel room.

10. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh
Edinburgh City Centre
United States
George
€137
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh
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Frequently asked questions

Searching for a gay-friendly hotel in Edinburgh?
Whether you are travelling with your partner or flying solo, you'll find Edinburgh hotels that are members of the International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association on our website. Staying in this welcoming area will give you access to its local art scene and shops.
What is the top LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Edinburgh?
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features 2 restaurants and free Wi-Fi. Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG and Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection are two other good options for your trip.
How many LGBTQ-friendly hotels are there in Edinburgh?
You'll find 85 gay-friendly lodging options in Edinburgh.
What is there to see in Edinburgh?
During your trip, get out and enjoy everything Edinburgh has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Princes Street, Scottish National Gallery and Scott Monument.
What is an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Edinburgh?
LGBTQ-friendly hotels welcome all travellers who identify as LGBTQIA+. Expedia has compiled a selection of LGBTQ-friendly hotels worldwide. In Edinburgh, these hotels operate in a spirit of inclusiveness, prioritising a diverse environment in which guests are welcomed, respected and not obliged to declare or hide their sexual orientation.
What can I expect from an LGBTQ-friendly Edinburgh hotel?
Stay at a gay-friendly hotel in Edinburgh and get a warm welcome from a community you belong to. Some of Expedia's LGBTQ-friendly hotels go the extra mile and offer concierge services that provide information about nearby LGBTQ restaurants and local events.

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