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1. Market Street Hotel

Market Street Hotel
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from City Observatory
United States
Daniel
SAR 1,138
SAR 1,434 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sep - 5 Sep
Market Street Hotel

2. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels
Broughton, 0.4 km from City Observatory
Canada
Brian
SAR 765
SAR 963 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

3. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
0.7 km from City Observatory
Canada
Andrea
SAR 932
SAR 1,175 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

4. Stay Hush

Stay Hush
Holyrood, 0.5 km from City Observatory
United Kingdom
Emma
SAR 777
SAR 978 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Stay Hush

5. Eden Locke

Eden Locke
New Town, 1.4 km from City Observatory
Canada
Victoria
SAR 642
SAR 809 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Eden Locke

6. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
Old Town Edinburgh, 1.1 km from City Observatory
United States
Shelly
SAR 835
SAR 1,052 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

7. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.9 km from City Observatory
United States
Boris
SAR 1,447
SAR 1,824 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

8. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town
New Town, 1 km from City Observatory
United States
Nirav
SAR 989
SAR 1,246 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

9. Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites
New Town, 1.1 km from City Observatory
United States
rhonda
SAR 1,119
SAR 1,410 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sep - 15 Sep
Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

10. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from City Observatory
United Kingdom
Rory
SAR 1,532
SAR 1,930 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

11. Braid Apartments by Mansley

Braid Apartments by Mansley
New Town, 0.9 km from City Observatory
United States
Frederic
SAR 849
SAR 1,069 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Braid Apartments by Mansley

12. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive
Southside, 1 km from City Observatory
United Kingdom
Kara
SAR 726
SAR 915 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

13. Tigerlily

Tigerlily
New Town, 1.4 km from City Observatory
Canada
Jessica
SAR 914
SAR 1,152 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Tigerlily

14. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from City Observatory
United Kingdom
Caroline
SAR 581
SAR 732 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

15. Roomzzz Edinburgh

Roomzzz Edinburgh
New Town, 0.3 km from City Observatory
United States
Suzanne
SAR 970
SAR 1,223 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Roomzzz Edinburgh

16. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge
Old Town Edinburgh, 1 km from City Observatory
United States
kevin
SAR 1,306
SAR 1,645 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

17. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh
New Town, 0.9 km from City Observatory
Canada
Amber
SAR 987
SAR 1,243 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

18. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
Old Town Edinburgh, 1.3 km from City Observatory
United States
Stephanie
SAR 857
SAR 1,080 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

19. Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments

Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments
New Town, 0.9 km from City Observatory
United States
Suzanne
SAR 1,011
SAR 1,274 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments

20. 24 Royal Terrace

24 Royal Terrace
New Town, 0.5 km from City Observatory
United Kingdom
Heather
SAR 955
SAR 1,203 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
24 Royal Terrace
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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Champagne bar
Market Street Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
1,479 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels
9.8
Exceptional
214 reviews
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Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment | Living room | Flat-screen TV
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
9.8
Exceptional
173 reviews
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Superior Apartment | In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)
Stay Hush
9.8
Exceptional
12 reviews
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Exterior
Eden Locke
9.6
Exceptional
1,403 reviews
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Top City Observatory Hotel Reviews

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

8/10 Good
"Location is terrific, easy walk to many places in Edinburgh. Whether you enter hotel from the corner or the side you are hit with stairs - early 70's and this would be a deterrent from booking again. We tried for early check in (both by written request the prior week and at 9:30 am the morning of check in) and did not get in until the 3 pm check in time despite sitting in lobby for 2 hours and watching 30-40 people check in early. Additionally, we paid an upcharge for a "view" - we could see some patches of green through small openings in trees, and then we could see a building full of scaffolding through the treetops, across the railyard. Guess I needed a definition of what constitutes a "view". Left our stay feeling ripped off."
Linda 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Motel One Edinburgh-Royal
Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

10/10 Excellent
"Great property that is centrally located with a friendly and professional staff. I will definitely stay there again."
Peter 4-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Point A Edinburgh Haymarket
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

8/10 Good
"Centrally located, block away from The Museum of Scotland, block away from Royal Mile. Not far from Waverly Station. No fridge was only complaint. Staff was great, check in/out easy."
Beth 4-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent
"Good for the price, although during the Festival it is considerably more expensive than when I tried it out for 1 night about 4 months ago. My only niggle is, could have more room in the shower, or a sliding door so one part of the area can stay dry. You will get your clothes wet from the floor when getting dressed"
Douglas 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel

8/10 Good
"The hotel is situated in a quiet spot, yet Princes Street in only a few minutes walk away; secure parking is very nearby. The staff were most helpful, the room was spacious and comfortable. The breakfast was good with a fair choice of food. The staff attending to the breakfast were very efficient and helpful. The room was clean and attended to daily. We would recommend this Hotel if you are looking for a comfortable and well placed accommodation."
Margaret 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Cairn Hotel
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

8/10 Good
"Hotel was conveniently situated on Princes Street and an oasis of calm that n high season August festival time. On the front desk Anson was friendly, helpful, and professional."
Rob 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh

Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent
"Very handy location friendly staff and clean big rooms"
Chris 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh
Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

8/10 Good
"We arrived in the morning on a red-eye flight so we really appreciated the hotel offering a secure locked baggage drop as we went out to see the city. Overall, didn't love the hotel but we were lucky to find a family room in Edinburgh during the Fringe Festival. Our room's window looked out on the parking garage (strange) and the whole floor seemed a little bit musty. Breakfast was mid, standard hotel buffet, though the coffee was good."
Heather 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

8/10 Good
"Great location, close to many historical places. Big plus on having a luggage room, We like the concept of having little kitchenette with everything that needed for cooking a whole meal. Our bathroom sink wasn’t draining well, but it was fixed on the same day, thank you! The only issue was the ac, I’m not sure it worked, but it wasn’t too hot anyway."
Tatiana 6-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

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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, check out the 1406 hotels and other accommodations 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 traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options close by include Apex Grassmarket Hotel and Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection.
How many hotels will I be able to find near City Observatory?
Expedia has 1406 hotels and other accommodations 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! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near City Observatory.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near City Observatory?
For more details about updating your stay near City Observatory or cancelling it, click here.
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 Usher Hall if you're interested in local theater.
How can I get to City Observatory?
With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around City Observatory is easy. Metro stations nearby include St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Princes Street Tram Stop. To see more of the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Edinburgh Waverley Station or Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station).