The Best Hotels Closest to Holyrood Abbey in Edinburgh for 2026

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

A modern bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a dining area with chairs.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and large windows.

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

1. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Broughton, 1.1 km from Holyrood Abbey

Laura

SAR 463

SAR 583 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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

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

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 a stone wall, a dining area with a blue sofa, and a kitchen island.

2. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

0.1 km from Holyrood Abbey

"This was a beautiful apartment to stay in, with the perfect mix of historic charm and fresh, modern finishes. We did have a mix-up with our booking, as the room was reserved for three people but didn’t have a sleeping option for the third guest. However, reception responded quickly and made things right, which we really appreciated. Overall, we had a lovely stay and I would definitely stay here again."

Jennifer

SAR 707

SAR 890 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

A spacious living room with a fireplace, elegant furniture, and decorative wall art.

A hotel room with a plaid sofa, two armchairs, a round coffee table, a desk with a lamp, and a large mirror.

A restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a view of the outdoors.

3. The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 1.1 km from Holyrood Abbey

Abdullah

SAR 1,771

SAR 2,232 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

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

4. Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.3 km from Holyrood Abbey

Kirby

SAR 593

SAR 747 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A room with a round table, two chairs, a red sofa, a small side table with books, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a coffee machine, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window.

A modern interior with a sofa, dining table, chairs, kitchen area, and large windows offering a view.

5. Stay Hush

Holyrood, 0.5 km from Holyrood Abbey

Nipa

SAR 542

SAR 683 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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

6. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.7 km from Holyrood Abbey

kimberly

SAR 771

SAR 972 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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 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.

7. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.4 km from Holyrood Abbey

Peter

SAR 972

SAR 1,225 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

8. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.4 km from Holyrood Abbey

Kathleen

SAR 830

SAR 1,045 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A dining table set for two with a view of a building through a window.

9. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.9 km from Holyrood Abbey

Blake

SAR 888

SAR 1,118 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A spacious living area with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A modern dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, a sofa, and a built-in bookshelf.

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

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf. There are large windows providing natural light and a view of the city.

10. Destiny Scotland - Broughton St Lofts

New Town, 1.2 km from Holyrood Abbey

Jonathan

SAR 643

SAR 810 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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 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.

11. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.4 km from Holyrood Abbey

Daniela

SAR 741

SAR 934 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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.

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

12. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.2 km from Holyrood Abbey

Joshua

SAR 387

SAR 488 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

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

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.

13. Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, 1 km from Holyrood Abbey

Sandra L

SAR 596

SAR 751 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a fireplace. There are framed pictures on the walls and a chandelier above the bar.

A building with a red door, numbered 24, and a sign for a gallery and bar gardens.

A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

A marble-floored hallway with a reception desk, framed artwork, and a staircase.

14. 24 Royal Terrace

New Town, 0.5 km from Holyrood Abbey

Ian

SAR 570

SAR 718 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

15. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Southside, 1.1 km from Holyrood Abbey

Joao

SAR 497

SAR 626 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A lobby with a checkered floor, a central seating area, and a large painting on the back wall.

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

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

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

New Town, 1.3 km from Holyrood Abbey

Amy

SAR 1,242

SAR 1,565 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lobby with a yellow seating area, a sofa, and a patterned sculpture.

A modern building with a sign for 'Apex Hotels'.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a yellow ottoman, and a decorative leopard statue.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a view of the city through a large window.

17. Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.6 km from Holyrood Abbey

Sheyla J.

SAR 489

SAR 616 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A modern kitchen with a large window, a coffee machine, and a microwave.

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

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

18. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.2 km from Holyrood Abbey

Susan

SAR 643

SAR 810 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

A room with a large window, a round table with two mugs, a chair, and a 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.

19. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.4 km from Holyrood Abbey

Christopher

SAR 585

SAR 737 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A historic cityscape with a prominent church steeple, dense architecture, and a mountain in the background.

A view through a window of a castle-like structure surrounded by greenery.

A spacious living room with a grey sofa, orange chairs, a small table with a plant, and a fireplace.

A black door with a gold handle and a sign above it that reads "18 Hanover Street".

20. Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments

New Town, 1.6 km from Holyrood Abbey

Taylor

SAR 702

SAR 885 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Holyrood Abbey

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels	9.8 Exceptional 262 reviews	View
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood	9.8 Exceptional 181 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Market Street Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,541 reviews	View
Stay Hush	9.8 Exceptional 55 reviews	View

Top Holyrood Abbey Hotel Reviews

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great room, brilliant staff, nice pool, excellent location. Would absolutely stay there again!"

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was helpful with storing our luggage and getting a cab when needed. Centrally located."

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"10/10. I stayed from Oct 7-13 in a superior suite because I didn’t want to share my space. It was absolutely amazing. The hostel as a whole was clean, cute, and safe. As a female solo traveler, safety was my main priority and I felt secure throughout my whole stay. The room was cute with an amazing view of St Giles Cathedral. I didn’t venture to the common shared spaces because my itinerary was full but the areas I did visit like the cafe and bar, I enjoyed. The location was perfect. On the Royal Mile. Close to many shops and restaurants. I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend his hostel."

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel with an amazing view. Very central based and had a lovely restaurant. I was very lucky to be able to check in early and had an upgrade which made the experience even better with stunning views from the bay window. I will be looking to book again and would recommend to anyone new to the city or a returner."

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

8/10 Good

"Good stay - excellent spot right on the Royal Mile. Studio was a good size and so handy to have fridge, cooking facilities, iron and ironing board etc. Didn't realise whsn booking that the bed was actually a sofa bed and it was pretty comfortable so would probably look at a bigger apartment next time with a proper bed. The water pressure in the shower was also awful. Overall a decent stay, good facilities, great spot and discounted NCP parking."

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Great location for city center exploring & very close to Waverly Station for day trips exploring the area. Hotel staff were knowledgeable about the area and we used their expertise frequently."

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were all friendly and helpful. The room was very clean and tidy."

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

8/10 Good

"Excellent minimalist twin room. Breakfast was average."

Market Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was close proximity to your needs and wants. If you are there for a day and just needed some rest every thing was right there."

Other attractions near Holyrood Abbey

A historic castle surrounded by a well-maintained park, with a cityscape and a body of water in the background.

Palace of Holyroodhouse

9.2/10 (2,223 reviews)

Palace of Holyroodhouse is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's entertainment choices and lively festivals.

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A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.

Royal Mile

9.4/10 (9,742 reviews)

You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Royal Mile, a favorite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.

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An aerial view of a city with a large stadium, green spaces, and modern buildings.

Dynamic Earth

8.4/10 (47 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Dynamic Earth, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Edinburgh. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and notable monuments.

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A historic cityscape with a prominent clock tower, a large stone monument, and a castle in the background.

Burns Monument

You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Burns Monument. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

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A narrow cobblestone street flanked by historic stone buildings with wooden facades.

Museum of Edinburgh

You can study the exhibits at Museum of Edinburgh, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Edinburgh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene.

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Queen’s Gallery

You can study the exhibits at Queen’s Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and entertainment choices.

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Whitehorse Close

Learn about the local history of Edinburgh with a stop at Whitehorse Close. Discover the area's lively festivals and shops.

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Dunbar’s Close Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Dunbar’s Close Garden, a lovely green space in Edinburgh. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Holyrood Abbey?

Holyrood Abbey is located in a family-friendly area of Edinburgh known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 900 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Holyrood Abbey?

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Holyrood Abbey. Other good choices close by include Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh and Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre.

How many hotels are there close to Holyrood Abbey?

Expedia has 900 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Holyrood Abbey.

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

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, 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 get the best deals available near Holyrood Abbey.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Holyrood Abbey?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Holyrood Abbey, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Holyrood Abbey?

You'll want to browse the collections at National Museum of Scotland, Scotch Whisky Experience, and Surgeon's Hall. Explore notable local landmarks like Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Palace of Holyroodhouse. You can catch a show at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Festival Theatre, and Queen's Hall.

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Our top choices for Holyrood Abbey hotels

1. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

2. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

3. The Balmoral Hotel

4. Market Street Hotel

5. Stay Hush

6. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

7. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

8. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

9. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

10. Destiny Scotland - Broughton St Lofts

11. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

12. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

13. Roomzzz Edinburgh

14. 24 Royal Terrace

15. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

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

17. Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

18. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

19. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

20. Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments

Compare popular hotels close to Holyrood Abbey

Top Holyrood Abbey Hotel Reviews

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

Market Street Hotel

Other attractions near Holyrood Abbey

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Royal Mile

Dynamic Earth

Burns Monument

Museum of Edinburgh

Queen’s Gallery

Whitehorse Close

Dunbar’s Close Garden

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