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Champagne bar

1. Market Street Hotel

Market Street Hotel
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from George Square
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,453 reviews)
"Great location and staff very friendly."
United States
Tampa
The price is RM1,253
RM1,579 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Market Street Hotel
3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

2. The Balmoral Hotel

The Balmoral Hotel
5.0 star property
New Town, 1.1 km from George Square
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Highly recommend for who loves the Old Town vibe!"
Vietnam
NHU PHUC
The price is RM3,025
RM3,812 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Balmoral Hotel
Living room

3. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
5.0 star property
1.3 km from George Square
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (169 reviews)
"We loved staying at the foot of the Royal Mile and next to Holyrood. The apartment was very well appointed with beautiful decor. Would definitely stay again."
Canada
Andrea
The price is RM1,525
RM1,921 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
Property amenity

4. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from George Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, nice hotel"
United States
OZAN
The price is RM1,035
RM1,304 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
Lounge

5. The Scott

The Scott
4.0 star property
Southside, 1.2 km from George Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (714 reviews)
"Comfortable, clean and friendly, helpful staff"
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is RM1,114
RM1,403 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Scott
Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe

6. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
5.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from George Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"The best thing about the hotel is the location and the helpful, friendly staff. The rooms are so good also highly recommended"
United Kingdom
Hamad
The price is RM2,063
RM2,599 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
Balcony view

7. Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from George Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (198 reviews)
"Location was amazing! In between two pubs and right on the Royal Mile! Super easy check in and appreciated the luggage storage area."
United States
Lisa
The price is RM1,344
RM1,693 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence
Hallway

8. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge
4.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from George Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (875 reviews)
"Great rooms, & location."
Australia
Jason
The price is RM1,117
RM1,408 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge
Lobby lounge

9. 100 Princes Street

100 Princes Street
4.5 star property
New Town, 1.2 km from George Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (69 reviews)
"Excellent in every way!"
United States
Kathleen
The price is RM2,763
RM3,481 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
100 Princes Street
Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

10. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy
3.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from George Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"We were right in the center of it all. Fantastic!"
United States
Susan
The price is RM1,452
RM3,088 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy
Rooftop terrace

11. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
5.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from George Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,479 reviews)
"Really great spot, clean and staff were great!"
Canada
Aaron
The price is RM1,685
RM2,123 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Exterior

12. The Scholar

The Scholar
4.0 star property
Southside, 1.1 km from George Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Delightful breakfast!"
Canada
Pamela
The price is RM796
RM1,002 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Scholar
Free WiFi

13. Adam Drysdale House

Adam Drysdale House
2.0 star property
Tollcross, 1.3 km from George Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Lovely big room, full of character, clean and well equipped. Convenient location. No staff onsite but that wasn't a problem at all - there was good communication and regular updates."
United Kingdom
Gemma
The price is RM623
RM1,061 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Adam Drysdale House
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

14. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from George Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Best location, nice space, good breakfast. Would stay again!"
United States
Stephanie
The price is RM960
RM1,210 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

15. Roomzzz Edinburgh

Roomzzz Edinburgh
4.0 star property
New Town, 1.2 km from George Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (382 reviews)
"Great location especially if you are doing tours from the city."
United States
Suzanne
The price is RM1,189
RM1,498 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Roomzzz Edinburgh
Exterior

16. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive
4.0 star property
Southside, 0.4 km from George Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location, super friendly staff, would stay again."
United Kingdom
Kara
The price is RM806
RM1,015 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive
Exterior

17. Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites
4.0 star property
New Town, 1.2 km from George Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (209 reviews)
"Fantastic location near trams and bus. Loved the Castle view. Having separate bedroom as great"
United States
rhonda
The price is RM1,416
RM1,785 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites
Daily full breakfast for a fee

18. Black Ivy Hotel

Black Ivy Hotel
4.0 star property
Bruntsfield, 1.2 km from George Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (396 reviews)
"The Black Ivy is both a fantastic hotel and a wonderful restaurant. The team offers the best hospitality and support. They are friendly, helpful and efficient. The hotel and rooms are comfortable and it's a good value for the money. We always enjoy staying there when we need a hotel in Edinburgh."
United States
Jaime
The price is RM1,174
RM1,479 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Black Ivy Hotel
In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

19. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments
3.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from George Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (278 reviews)
"Extremely clean and well-appointed! Perfect location."
United States
Lisa
The price is RM1,062
RM1,339 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

20. The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh
5.0 star property
New Town, 1.2 km from George Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (789 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and well maintained."
United States
samira
The price is RM1,997
RM2,516 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh
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Compare popular hotels close to George Square

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Champagne bar
Market Street Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,453 reviews
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3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served
The Balmoral Hotel
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
View
Living room
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
169 reviews
View
Property amenity
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
Lounge
The Scott
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
714 reviews
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Top George Square Hotel Reviews

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

8/10 Good
"Rooms are small. Moderen good location. Could pay a little more attention to cleaner floors. Bed really comfortable."
Cynthia 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

Other attractions near George Square

University of Edinburgh

8.8/10 (2,964 reviews)
The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around George Square?
George Square is located in a historic area of Edinburgh known for its top museums and popular theatre scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 1194 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near George Square?
Apex Grassmarket Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from George Square. Other good options within a short distance include CODE - The Court, Edinburgh and Hilton Edinburgh Carlton.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to George Square?
Expedia has 1194 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from George Square.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near George Square, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to George Square.
What can I see and do near George Square?
National Museum of Scotland, Scotch Whisky Experience and Surgeon's Hall feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can check out the local talent at Festival Theatre, Queen's Hall and Usher Hall.