Top 10 Hotels Near Castlehill in Edinburgh for 2026

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A modern lounge area with contemporary furniture, large windows, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern interior with yellow and black chairs, wooden tables, and a patterned rug.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large window.

A bathroom with two large, dark stone sinks, a mirror, and a towel rack.

1. Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.4 km from Castlehill

Cynthia

P13,914

P17,532 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 kitchen with a marble countertop, a dining area with a marble table, and a view through large windows.

2. RÌGH Residences

New Town, 0.5 km from Castlehill

Robert

P14,826

P18,680 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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.

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

3. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Castlehill

Suzette

P15,567

P19,614 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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 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.

A restaurant interior with stone walls, hanging light fixtures, and bar area with shelves of bottles.

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

4. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from Castlehill

Kerry

P21,382

P26,941 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A hallway with a dark wall, a radiator, and a door leading to a room with patterned wallpaper.

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

A room with a large window, a bathtub, a chair, and a bedside table.

A view of a historic building with a prominent clock tower and a flag, seen through a window with a curtain.

5. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from Castlehill

Marilyn

P10,924

P13,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A bar with a glass front, wicker furniture, and a potted plant outside.

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

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

6. Eden Locke

New Town, 0.7 km from Castlehill

Victoria

P11,536

P14,536 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

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 sectional sofa, a small coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

7. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Castlehill

Daniela

P14,921

P18,801 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern kitchen with a white countertop, a stainless steel sink, a gold faucet, and a black dishwasher.

A bathroom with a black sink, a mirror, and a red-tiled wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a painting on the wall, and a ceiling fan.

A living room with a sofa, ottoman, chairs, and a painting on the wall.

8. Meus Apartments

New Town, 0.9 km from Castlehill

Harald

P11,084

P13,966 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

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

A modern bathroom with a white marble sink, a glass-enclosed shower, and a towel rack.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

9. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

New Town, 0.9 km from Castlehill

Abdulaziz

P11,758

P14,815 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A corner building with multiple windows and a visible entrance.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, orange chairs, a glass table, and large windows with black blinds.

A wooden interior with a staircase, a black metal gate, and a stone wall.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, two nightstands, a radiator, and a wooden ceiling beam.

10. Destiny Scotland - The Malt House Apartments

West End, 0.8 km from Castlehill

Lori

P14,778

P18,621 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a large island with bottles, and pendant lighting.

11. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

West End, 0.7 km from Castlehill

Ellyn

P18,734

P23,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

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

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

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

12. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from Castlehill

Rory

P23,211

P29,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a glass-top dining table, and a view of the city through a large window.

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a television, and a window with curtains.

A view through a window of a historic building with Gothic architecture, including pointed arches and detailed stonework.

13. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Castlehill

Susan

P21,055

P45,671 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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 theater with rows of leather seats, a large screen, and wall sconces.

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

14. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.4 km from Castlehill

Joshua

P8,644

P10,892 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, a television, and a view of buildings through large windows.

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

15. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Southside, 0.8 km from Castlehill

Joao

P11,764

P14,823 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a corner building with a distinctive tower and a shop with a sign reading "HENDRONS".

A reception area with a glass desk, a fire extinguisher, and a television displaying a cityscape.

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

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a stainless steel range hood, and a black telephone. There is a dining area with a glass table, two chairs, and a bowl of fruit. Large windows provide a view of the city.

16. Braid Apartments by Mansley

New Town, 0.6 km from Castlehill

Margie Pecks

P13,005

P16,386 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

A dining area with a table set for tea, a green sofa, and a view of a castle.

17. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.4 km from Castlehill

Derek

P30,739

P38,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a wooden wardrobe, and a balcony with a view of a cityscape.

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

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

18. Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, 0.8 km from Castlehill

Madelaine

P13,380

P16,858 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

A dining table with plates of food, a drink, and a book.

19. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

New Town, 0.8 km from Castlehill

Sonal

P12,644

P15,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A neatly made bed with white linens and two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with a view of a stone wall.

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

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a microwave, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small side table with a lamp.

20. Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

New Town, 0.6 km from Castlehill

Paola

P12,789

P16,115 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Compare popular hotels close to Castlehill

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Market Street Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,520 reviews	View
RÌGH Residences	9.8 Exceptional 339 reviews	View
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh	9.6 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh	9.6 Exceptional 1,481 reviews	View
Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge	9.6 Exceptional 919 reviews	View

Top Castlehill Hotel Reviews

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

8/10 Good

"Right on Grassmarket is centrally located. Area wasn’t noisy which I didn’t expect. Room was clean, well appointed and kept up. Staff very helpful. Only complaint is that television selection wasn’t great. Not bad but not great."

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were amazing. Room was clean."

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

10/10 Excellent

"We were very happy with our stay. Great location, very clean room and decent breakfast."

The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience, the hotel is in a perfect to visit the Castle and surrounding areas"

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were great!"

Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"Good location. Rooms on the non castle side hear garbage trucks early in the morning. Other than that I would be happy to stay there again."

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel and great location. Visiting in September, our room on the top floor was too warm, and we heard another woman on a lower floor asking for a heater. Staff tried really hard to help and we ended up with a window open—which means you get all of the sounds of a busy city. Still, a really nice place."

Stay Central

10/10 Excellent

"Very well located. Friendly staff made for a lovely stay"

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location for exploring old and “new” Edinburgh!! Right on the Royal Mile and less than 15 minutes to any and all the sites—- great pub restaurants immediately nearby at reasonable prices- really recommended!!"

Other attractions near Castlehill

A narrow street with historic stone buildings, a gated courtyard, and a wet pavement.

Writers' Museum

Housed in an old noble’s city mansion and hidden away in a quiet courtyard, this museum provides an enlightening look at the lives of Scotland’s most famous writers.

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A wall of whisky barrels with labels indicating years from 1999 to 2009.

Scotch Whisky Experience

8.8/10 (347 reviews)

Enjoy a barrel ride, talks and tasting sessions in this lively museum devoted to Scotland's famous amber nectar.

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The Hub

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting The Hub, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.

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Highland Tolbooth Kirk

Learn about the local history of Edinburgh with a stop at Highland Tolbooth Kirk. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

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Riddle's Court

You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a visit to Riddle's Court. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.

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Witchery Tours

You can study the exhibits at Witchery Tours, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Edinburgh. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

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The Liquid Room

After visiting The Liquid Room, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edinburgh. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

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Tartan Weaving Mill

8.0/10 (10 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Tartan Weaving Mill, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Edinburgh. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Castlehill?

Castlehill is located in Edinburgh. This historic area is known for its array of dining options and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 1591 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Castlehill?

Adjacent to Castlehill, Apex Grassmarket Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good choices close by include YOTEL Edinburgh and Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection.

How many hotels are there near Castlehill?

Expedia has 1591 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Castlehill.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Castlehill, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Castlehill.

What can I see and do near Castlehill?

Study the collections at Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland, or Writers' Museum. Sights like Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, and Grassmarket are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at Usher Hall, Festival Theatre, and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

How can I get to Castlehill?

To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Edinburgh Waverley Station or Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station). There may not be many public transit options to choose from close to Castlehill so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Castlehill hotels

1. Market Street Hotel

2. RÌGH Residences

3. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

4. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

6. Eden Locke

7. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

8. Meus Apartments

9. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

10. Destiny Scotland - The Malt House Apartments

11. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

12. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

13. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

14. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

15. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

16. Braid Apartments by Mansley

17. 100 Princes Street

18. Roomzzz Edinburgh

19. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

20. Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

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Top Castlehill Hotel Reviews

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Stay Central

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Other attractions near Castlehill

Writers' Museum

Scotch Whisky Experience

The Hub

Highland Tolbooth Kirk

Riddle's Court

Witchery Tours

The Liquid Room

Tartan Weaving Mill

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