Top 10 Hotels Near St. Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh for 2026

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

A balcony with seating, a potted plant, and a view of the cityscape.

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, 0.1 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Michael

P10,086

P12,708 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A multi-story building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern apartment with a kitchen, dining area, and a large window overlooking a cityscape.

A person holding a glass of Guinness beer and a sandwich with visible lettuce and sauce.

A modern room with a large window, a view of buildings, and a chair.

2. Stay Hush

Holyrood, 0.8 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Nipa

P9,606

P12,103 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A modern bar area with a neon sign, a menu board, and a staircase leading to other rooms.

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

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

3. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.6 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

kimberly

P13,583

P17,114 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A grand dining room with a high ceiling, ornate columns, and a large floral arrangement.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a wooden ladder, and a bar counter.

A grand lobby with a central floral arrangement, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

4. The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.4 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Abdullah

P30,126

P37,958 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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

A room with a desk, chair, and a decorative plant.

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

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

5. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.6 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Eevy

P29,771

P37,511 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

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.

6. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Peter

P16,539

P20,840 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A historic building with multiple storefronts, including a whisky shop and a restaurant.

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

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

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

7. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Danielle

P10,936

P13,780 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

8. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Blake

P15,098

P19,024 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A chandelier with multiple glass bulbs hanging from a ceiling in a room with wooden furniture and framed pictures on the wall.

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

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

A historic building with the sign "Hotel du Vin & Bistro" indicating a restaurant and hotel.

9. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.4 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Kathleen

P13,704

P17,267 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

10. Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

New Town, 0.6 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Kathleen

P10,936

P13,780 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

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.

11. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Jeanne

P12,577

P15,847 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern loft with a high ceiling, exposed stone arches, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, a staircase with a metal railing, and white cabinets.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a tiled floor, and a visible towel rack.

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and an arched doorway leading to a bathroom.

12. Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Diana

P15,037

P18,947 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A modern hotel room with a glass-enclosed shower, a neatly made bed with blue bedding, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel countertop, a kettle, a toaster, and a paper towel dispenser.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a vase with flowers.

A modern living room with a grey sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a desk with a lamp.

13. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

Tollcross, 0.8 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Marcelle

P10,261

P12,929 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

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.

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

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa.

14. Braid Apartments by Mansley

New Town, 0.7 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Josh

P9,991

P12,589 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

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

15. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Southside, 0.6 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Michael

P8,446

P10,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

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

16. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

Old Town Edinburgh, < 0.1 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Susan

P15,651

P40,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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 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.

17. Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, 0.6 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

David

P11,412

P14,380 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A historic building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent clock tower.

A hallway with a door leading to a balcony, a wall-mounted mirror, and a light fixture.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a bed with orange and white bedding, a kitchenette, and a dark door.

A historic building with multiple ground-floor establishments including 'The Doric Bar & Restaurant' and 'The Hebrides'.

18. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.1 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Susan

P10,936

P13,780 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A large, historic building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a view of a clock tower, and distant mountains.

A grand, circular staircase with intricate geometric patterns on the walls and floor, leading to an upper level.

A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, evenly spaced windows, and a central entrance with a canopy.

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

New Town, 0.5 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Amy

P19,280

P24,293 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and decorative plants.

A sign with the name 'Wilde' against a backdrop of lush greenery and a historic building under a blue sky.

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter and stools, a seating area with a sofa and ottoman, and a neon sign above the bar.

A row of modern buildings with a mix of traditional and contemporary architecture, featuring a variety of window styles and building materials.

20. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Raymundo

P12,455

P15,693 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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Compare popular hotels close to St. Giles' Cathedral

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Market Street Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,557 reviews	View
Stay Hush	9.8 Exceptional 60 reviews	View
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh	9.8 Exceptional 868 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
100 Princes Street	9.8 Exceptional 78 reviews	View

Top St. Giles' Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect spot to enjoy all Edinburgh has to offer."

Stay Central

8/10 Good

"Nice hotel, good location"

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"Very nice hostel. Location is superb. It was quiet at night. Stay was very lovely and helpful. Nice bar and dining area. Rooms were clean. Good lockers for belongings and comfortable bed. My only downside was that the tube style of the bed allows for no air flow at all. It was hot during the night. They did offer me a little fan but for whatever reason it did not help. The air is just stale so I got very stuffy the first few days. Otherwise fantastic hostel, the vibes are great, bathrooms are nice and clean. Would stay again."

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Super helpful staff, lovely breakfast. Perfect location"

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel with modern features. Great location and a 2 min walk from the train station."

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

10/10 Excellent

"The location was perfect for us, we didn’t have a car but used public transport that was easily accessible. We would often walk the Royal Mile which was literally on our doorstep. We would definitely stay here again."

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Impecável. Localização incrível, café da manhã delicioso, staff educada e quarto extremamente confortável."

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

8/10 Good

"Very friendly staff. Nice enough rooms, except I really disliked the shower layout because the whole bathroom got wet. The sauna was nice but pool was rather cold. Great location and would for sure stay here again!"

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, parking is challenging, nice staff,"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St. Giles' Cathedral?

St. Giles' Cathedral 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, check out the 1569 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near St. Giles' Cathedral?

Adjacent to St. Giles' Cathedral, 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 options within a short distance include Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection and YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton.

How many hotels will I be able to find near St. Giles' Cathedral?

Expedia has 1569 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from St. Giles' Cathedral.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St. Giles' Cathedral, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near St. Giles' Cathedral.

What can I see and do near St. Giles' Cathedral?

National Museum of Scotland, Scotch Whisky Experience, and Museum on the Mound feature captivating exhibits. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Real Mary King's Close are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can check out the local talent at Festival Theatre, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, and Usher Hall.

How can I get to St. Giles' Cathedral?

If you're taking a train into town, Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are the closest stations to Old Town Edinburgh. There might not be many public transit choices near by St. Giles' Cathedral so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for St. Giles' Cathedral hotels

1. Market Street Hotel

2. Stay Hush

3. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

4. The Balmoral Hotel

5. 100 Princes Street

6. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

7. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

8. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

9. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

10. Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

11. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

12. Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts

13. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

14. Braid Apartments by Mansley

15. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

16. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

17. Roomzzz Edinburgh

18. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

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

20. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

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Top St. Giles' Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Stay Central

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Other attractions near St. Giles' Cathedral

Parliament House

Real Mary King's Close

Heart of Midlothian

John Knox's Grave

Charles II Statue

Old Tolbooth

City Chambers

David Hume's Statue

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