Top 10 Hotels Near Scottish National Portrait Gallery in Edinburgh for 2026

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A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a stone building in the background.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a countertop with a sink.

A modern loft-style apartment with a kitchen, living area, and a staircase.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a neon sign on the wall.

1. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.8 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Philip

RM1,027

RM1,294 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hallway with a mirror, a door leading to a room with a bed, and visible plumbing.

A courtyard with a brick building, a staircase, and a modern entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted toilet, a bedside table with a lamp, and framed artwork on the wall.

A modern living room with a red sofa, a round dining table with chairs, a small side table, and a large framed artwork on the wall.

2. Stay Hush

Holyrood, 1.1 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Patricia

RM922

RM1,162 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A balcony with two modern chairs, a small table, and two glasses of orange juice.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small sofa, a dining area with two chairs, and a TV on the wall.

A modern building with large windows, a stone-paved courtyard, and a clear blue sky.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small round table, and a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances.

3. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Broughton, 0.5 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Robert

RM858

RM1,081 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern living room with a blue sofa, wooden coffee table, and a stone wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There are pictures on the wall and a lamp on the desk.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a hanging pendant light.

A historic building with multiple windows and doors, a stone facade, and a traditional architectural style.

4. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

1.3 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Karen

RM914

RM1,152 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, and a balcony with a view of the city.

A modern living room with a fireplace, blue furniture, and a large window.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

5. RÌGH Residences

New Town, 0.5 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Rohan

RM930

RM1,171 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a round table, and a bookshelf.

A modern hotel with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a small table, and chairs. There is a large window with a city view.

A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned carpet, leather seating, and large windows offering city views.

6. The Resident Edinburgh

West End, 1.3 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Janet

RM955

RM1,203 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop terrace with wicker chairs, a small table with a cup and snacks, and a view of a castle-like building in the background.

A historic building with multiple stories, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a red door.

A hallway with a patterned rug, wooden bookshelves, a reception desk, and a blue carpeted area.

A bar area with red chairs and a long counter, a fireplace with a painting above it, and a seating area with a sofa and tables.

7. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Steven

RM1,612

RM2,031 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

An outdoor patio area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, stone flooring, and a small building with a sloped roof.

A restaurant with stone walls, leather seating, and a table set with wine glasses and a candle.

A bar area with a wine rack, a large metal sink, and a bottle of wine.

A wedding ceremony setup with rows of chairs, floral decorations, and a backdrop of a painting.

8. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.1 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Suzette

RM1,089

RM1,372 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a glass dining table, and a large pendant light.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a glass table, and a view of the city.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a stone accent wall, a dining area with a glass table, and a hanging pendant light.

9. Destiny Scotland Charlotte SQ Apartments

New Town, 0.9 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Charles

RM1,019

RM1,284 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A historic building with a bar, restaurant, and pizzeria on the ground floor.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and armchair. There is a large window with a view of buildings.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a large mirror. There is a bed with a headboard and a small table with a chair in the background.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a small coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

10. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.9 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

John

RM984

RM1,240 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A view of a historic castle from a window, with a statue in the foreground.

A dimly lit bar area with wooden furniture, stone walls, and a large poster of a mechanical device.

A historic building with a prominent archway, multiple windows, and balconies with flower boxes.

A bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, a view of the city through the window, and a geometric wall design.

11. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

West End, 1.1 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Russell

RM1,254

RM1,580 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A building with a stone facade, a central entrance with a fanlight, and a signboard with the name 'Mayo.'

A spacious indoor area with a long counter, wooden chairs, and potted plants.

A room with two wicker chairs, a small table, and large potted plants near a window with a view of buildings.

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, and a bar area with shelves stocked with various items.

12. Eden Locke

New Town, 0.8 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Victoria

RM816

RM1,028 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A grand hallway with a marble floor, a staircase, and a decorative chandelier.

A grand entrance with columns, a sign reading "100 PRINCES STREET," and two symmetrical topiary bushes.

A luxurious bedroom with a large bed, a tray of liquor bottles, and candle holders.

A bar area with a wine rack, seating, and decorative elements.

13. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.6 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Derek

RM3,150

RM3,970 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden desk, a bathtub, and a stone wall.

A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a chair, and a stone wall backdrop.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a coffee table with a vase, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large mural.

14. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Rory

RM1,745

RM2,199 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, and a view of a cityscape and tower through the window.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a view to the outside.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV, wooden shelves with decorative items, and a large window with a view.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a store with shelves.

15. Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, 0.4 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Suzanne

RM1,062

RM1,338 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a bar counter with a coffee machine, and hanging light fixtures.

A theater lobby with a stone archway, plush seating, a fireplace, and a red curtain backdrop.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, stone walls, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and pillows, a brown headboard, and two bedside lamps.

16. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Caroline

RM631

RM796 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A multi-story building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and illuminated signs.

A bar area with a counter, stools, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

A dining table set for six with a candle, surrounded by modern chairs, in a room with large windows and a stone wall.

A reception desk with two staff members, a modern interior with seating, and framed artwork on the walls.

17. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Southside, 1.2 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Joao

RM699

RM881 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A building entrance with a classical design, featuring a central door with a glass panel, flanked by columns, and a small window with plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa set, a bar area, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, a bowl of oranges, and a book.

A dining area with a table set for a meal, a sofa, and a cabinet with a sign.

18. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

New Town, 0.8 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Sonal

RM859

RM1,083 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A busy street with buses, pedestrians, and historic buildings including a clock tower.

A room with a large window, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a lamp.

A dining area with a round table, four chairs, a vase with flowers, a clock, and a large window with a view of greenery and a blue vehicle.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a window with blinds.

19. Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

New Town, 0.6 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

SHARRYN LEE

RM1,301

RM1,639 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A window with two potted plants and a view of a historic castle.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a large potted plant.

A spiral staircase with a wooden handrail and metal balusters, leading to a landing with a small mirror and framed pictures on the walls.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

20. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.9 km from Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Nikki

RM952

RM1,199 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Top Scottish National Portrait Gallery Hotel Reviews

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

10/10 Excellent

"Great location near the train station and close to the Mile. (Lots of stairs to that!) Staff were helpful and friendly. Has a decent breakfast and bar."

Old Waverley Hotel

8/10 Good

"Convenient location making walking to sites, the Royal Tattoo and restaurants easily accessible. The breakfast"

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, great staff"

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"The location was perfect. Right in the middle of Old Town. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would return without reservation."

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

8/10 Good

"This is a nice hotel and the staff was professional and helpful. The rooms are very small but quiet. It is a good stay unless you need to park a car. There is no visible street parking due to its location and the closest car park was 35 Euros for overnight parking."

YOTEL Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Very Cute and well maintained hotel"

InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Room had a spectacular view of the Firth. Only issue we had was that as seniors, it would have been nice to have a lateral handrail in the shower."

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"It was very central to all the places we wanted to visit, close to tram/bus and train stops and was situated in a very lively and pleasant area. Our room was very quiet and relaxing and had all the amenities we needed. We will definitely stay there again!!👍"

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Castle view on the 5th floor. Right in the center of everything. We went for the Tatto & had a repeat each night going to sleep hearing bagpipes. Breakfast was great value for the price. Alot of food and convenient to have at hotel. Staff very friendly & helpful"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Scottish National Portrait Gallery?

Scottish National Portrait Gallery is located in a historic area of Edinburgh known for its top museums and popular art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 1552 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Scottish National Portrait Gallery?

Adjacent to Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good choices close by include Apex Grassmarket Hotel and YOTEL Edinburgh.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Scottish National Portrait Gallery?

Expedia has 1552 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Scottish National Portrait Gallery.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Scottish National Portrait Gallery, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Scottish National Portrait Gallery.

What can I see and do near Scottish National Portrait Gallery?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland or Museum on the Mound. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Assembly Rooms are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can watch performances at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Festival Theatre and Usher Hall if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to Scottish National Portrait Gallery?

With so many transport options, seeing the area around Scottish National Portrait Gallery is easy. Nearby metro stations include St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Princes Street Tram Stop. If you're taking a train into town, Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are the closest stops to Edinburgh City Centre.

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Our top choices for Scottish National Portrait Gallery hotels

1. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

2. Stay Hush

3. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

4. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

5. RÌGH Residences

6. The Resident Edinburgh

7. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

8. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

9. Destiny Scotland Charlotte SQ Apartments

10. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

11. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

12. Eden Locke

13. 100 Princes Street

14. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

15. Roomzzz Edinburgh

16. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

17. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

18. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

19. Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

20. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

Compare popular hotels close to Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Top Scottish National Portrait Gallery Hotel Reviews

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Old Waverley Hotel

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

YOTEL Edinburgh

InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Other attractions near Scottish National Portrait Gallery

St. Andrew Square

The Stand Comedy Club

Multrees Walk

Melville Monument

Church of St Andrew & St George

The Voodoo Rooms

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

The Royal Society Of Edinburgh

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