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BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
4.0 star property
Holyrood, 0.4 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (714 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, good breakfasts, great location for old town, fun place to stay"
United States
Cynthia
The price is RM989
RM1,187 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

The Balmoral Hotel

The Balmoral Hotel
5.0 star property
New Town, 0.4 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Beautiful, exceptional service, tremendous location, relaxing and well equipped gym/spa area, and the the best breakfast/in hotel bar. "
United States
Unji
The price is RM3,057
RM3,669 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
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 RM1,040
RM1,248 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

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, (1,333 reviews)
"The location was excellent, the delicious breakfast was more than enough, and the staff was very polite and helpful."
United States
Ellen
The price is RM1,138
RM1,365 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Market Street Hotel

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels
2.5 star property
Broughton, 0.4 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (161 reviews)
"Great location to everything. Great balcony. Staff and hotel well worth price"
United Kingdom
Angela
The price is RM975
RM1,169 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel and staff. Very central would stay again anything"
United States
Judith
The price is RM2,052
RM2,585 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy
3.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"We were right in the center of it all. Fantastic!"
United States
Susan
The price is RM607
RM2,056 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

Roomzzz Edinburgh

Roomzzz Edinburgh
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.3 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (332 reviews)
"Staff extremely helpful. Lovely hotel"
United States
Kelly
The price is RM1,037
RM1,244 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Roomzzz Edinburgh

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, (1,009 reviews)
"Fabulous hotel to which I'm always grateful to return."
United Kingdom
Ricky
The price is RM970
RM1,164 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Hotel du Vin & Bistro 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, (62 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, with a wonderful staff who were so kind & helpful."
United States
Heather Michelle
The price is RM2,436
RM2,923 total
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
100 Princes Street

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, (2,074 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly and helpful staff, great location. "
United States
Nancy
The price is RM989
RM1,187 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

24 Royal Terrace

24 Royal Terrace
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (350 reviews)
"1st Class! Fabulous hotel with the most helpful, professional and friendly staff. The room was outstanding as was the breakfast. Ideal for exploring Edinburgh. We will be visiting again"
United Kingdom
Simon
The price is RM942
RM1,131 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
24 Royal Terrace

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments
3.5 star property
New Town, 1.1 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (218 reviews)
"Clean , walkable to all locations old and new town , Directions to location and communication exceptional. Laundry , kitchenette in room, clean bathroom , large living room . Didn’t need to see staff but they were available if we needed them’ Will repeat our stay and recommend to friends and family ."
Canada
Rhonda
The price is RM871
RM1,045 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

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, (783 reviews)
"The place was very nice and a short walk from Waverley station. Friendly staff with a nice bar/restaurant and a very chic steakhouse. Has a nice kitchenette with a washer/dryer combo. Highly recommended. "
Canada
Laurie-Ann
The price is RM1,976
RM2,489 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

Ten Hill Place

Ten Hill Place
4.0 star property
Southside, 1 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent location and fabulous staff."
United States
DANA
The price is RM837
RM1,005 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Ten Hill Place

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, (1,502 reviews)
"Great location, well apppointed apartment with a home away from home feel. Would stay here again for sure."
Singapore
MICHAEL
The price is RM1,102
RM1,323 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Princes Street Suites

W Edinburgh

W Edinburgh
5.0 star property
New Town, 0.4 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (442 reviews)
"Nice location, beautiful building, great views, great staff."
United States
Jacob
The price is RM1,391
RM1,753 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
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)
"Loved our stay. Great room and view and very comfortable."
United Kingdom
Neil
The price is RM1,093
RM1,312 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh
3.0 star property
New Town, 0.9 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice large room in a quiet area."
United States
Stewart
The price is RM912
RM1,095 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

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, (1,053 reviews)
"Excellent hotel with an amazing location!"
United States
Harrison
The price is RM1,339
RM1,607 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
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
Rooftop terrace
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
714 reviews
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3 restaurants, breakfast served
The Balmoral Hotel
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,006 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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Daily local cuisine breakfast for a fee
Market Street Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,333 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
161 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 1366 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 Apex Grassmarket Hotel and CODE - The Court, Edinburgh.
How many hotels will I find near City Observatory?
Expedia has 1366 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. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle 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).