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

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

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

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

1. Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.4 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Kirby

SAR 569

SAR 717 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 hotel room with a plaid sofa, two armchairs, a round coffee table, a desk with a lamp, and a large mirror.

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

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

2. The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.6 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Abdullah

SAR 1,771

SAR 2,232 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

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

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

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

3. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.4 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Eevy

SAR 2,064

SAR 2,600 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 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.

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.

4. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Peter

SAR 933

SAR 1,175 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 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 restaurant with stone walls, leather seating, and a table set with wine glasses and a candle.

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

5. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Kathleen

SAR 830

SAR 1,045 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern interior with a marble bar, wooden chairs, and potted plants.

A staircase with a golden handrail leading to a kitchen area with white cabinets and a stainless steel sink.

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

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

6. Eden Locke

New Town, 0.7 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Lauren

SAR 582

SAR 733 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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.

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

7. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Blake

SAR 888

SAR 1,118 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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

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

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

8. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

West End, 0.7 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Ellyn

SAR 816

SAR 1,029 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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.

9. Braid Apartments by Mansley

New Town, 0.6 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Margie Pecks

SAR 572

SAR 720 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A wall-mounted electrical outlet with multiple switches and sockets, including a USB port.

A modern room with a sofa, a wooden wardrobe, and a window with a view of parked cars.

A historic stone building with a large window and a view of a castle on a hill.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of buildings.

10. Edinburgh Nine

Tollcross, 0.5 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Steve

SAR 615

SAR 774 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A neatly made bed with a folded towel, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a dining table, a vase of flowers, and a fruit bowl. There are two sofas, a coffee table, and a lamp.

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

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

11. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

Tollcross, 0.5 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Hanneke

SAR 589

SAR 742 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A spacious indoor patio with a high ceiling, featuring a central round table surrounded by wicker chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and various potted plants.

A spacious indoor area with high ceilings, wooden tables, wicker furniture, and hanging plants.

A room with a large window, a fireplace, and a chair with a cushion.

A modern indoor seating area with two chairs and a round table, surrounded by potted plants and a glass ceiling.

12. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

New Town, 0.7 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Claire

SAR 837

SAR 1,055 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A buffet setup with various food items, a refrigerator, and a bar area.

A wooden panel wall with a framed picture, two black floor lamps, and a marble countertop with a potted plant.

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

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.

13. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Raymundo

SAR 654

SAR 824 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

14. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

New Town, 0.8 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Alexis

SAR 528

SAR 665 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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

15. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Susan

SAR 1,235

SAR 2,719 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living room with a fireplace, two leather armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A grand staircase with ornate woodwork and a clock, leading to a room with patterned wallpaper and a framed painting.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large mirror.

A four-poster bed with a view of the city, a fireplace, and a television in a hotel room.

16. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

New Town, 0.8 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

George

SAR 473

SAR 596 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

17. Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, 0.8 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Sandra L

SAR 596

SAR 751 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, umbrellas, and potted plants.

A building with the sign "Tiger Lily" above the entrance. There are flower boxes with pink flowers on the windowsills.

A room with a fireplace, red and green upholstered seating, patterned wallpaper, and a geometric floor design.

A bar area with marble counters, gold chairs, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

18. Tigerlily

New Town, 0.7 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

DANIELA

SAR 704

SAR 887 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 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 large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, evenly spaced windows, and a central entrance with a canopy.

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

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

New Town, 0.6 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Amy

SAR 1,242

SAR 1,565 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

20. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Southside, 0.8 km from Scotch Whisky Experience

Joao

SAR 497

SAR 626 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Scotch Whisky Experience

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Market Street Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,541 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
100 Princes Street	9.8 Exceptional 78 reviews	View
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh	9.6 Exceptional 1,464 reviews	View
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top Scotch Whisky Experience Hotel Reviews

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."

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Bathroom had loose and wobbly tiles with no grout and the shower leaks like crazy because there is no curtain... Location was fantastic!"

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."

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing location to walk to all that Edinburgh has to offer … the staff was friendly & helpful."

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Central location, lovely staff and the rooms are nice and spacious."

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."

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"First Class experience from start to finish! The Virgin company, hands down, knows what they are doing when it comes to travel and hospitality, coming from someone who was once an executive of a 5 star luxury brand. Virgin Edinburgh was such a vibe. The whole aesthetic is sexy, sultry and ever so inviting. You are immersed in intrigue at every turn with the eccentric decor and vibrancy of color throughout the hotel. The staff, First Class from the moment we were greeted at the door, to check-in, the bar and each restaurant, to the housekeeping staff, excellence every step of the way. This brand does not miss a beat. We were celebrating two momentous occasions; 30 years married and my 50th Birthday and the thoughtful gestures extended were immensely appreciated by both myself and my husband. The hotel manager, unfortunately I didn’t get his name, even went as far as looking through several cases of whiskey just to find the certain numbered bottle my husband was looking to purchase. That in itself, to the extra mile, was above and beyond. Throughout our stay, there were so many of these little gestures that made my heart pitter patter and solidified my loyalty not only to this hotel in future travels but to the brand itself, Virgin. This company knows what personality makes the brand successful. Perfect location! Near Royal Mile & Victoria St. It’s on the higher price point but you get what you pay for. Book it! You won’t regret it!"

The Hoxton, Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"Hotel was easy to find, staff were all exceptional and rooms were clean. Things to be aware of…they have rooms in the main building and rooms in the building across the street. Buildings are secure and safe, however you cannot take drinks across the street so if you want a glass of wine in bed it’s not possible. Also parking is about a10-15min walk from the hotel."

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Tartan Weaving Mill

8.0/10 (10 reviews)

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The Witches' Well

Find out about the history of Edinburgh when you spend time at The Witches' Well. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

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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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The Hub

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Scotch Whisky Experience?

Scotch Whisky Experience 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, check out the 1581 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Scotch Whisky Experience?

Adjacent to Scotch Whisky Experience, 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 close by include YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton and Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection.

How many hotels are there near Scotch Whisky Experience?

Expedia has 1581 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Scotch Whisky Experience.

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

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. 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 get the best deals near Scotch Whisky Experience.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Scotch Whisky Experience?

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What can I see and do near Scotch Whisky Experience?

Study the collections at National Museum of Scotland, Writers' Museum, or Museum on the Mound. Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, and Grassmarket are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can watch performances at Usher Hall, Festival Theatre, and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Scotch Whisky Experience?

To explore the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Edinburgh Waverley Station or Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station). There might not be many public transit choices near by Scotch Whisky Experience so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Scotch Whisky Experience hotels

1. Market Street Hotel

2. The Balmoral Hotel

3. 100 Princes Street

4. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

6. Eden Locke

7. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

8. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

9. Braid Apartments by Mansley

10. Edinburgh Nine

11. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

12. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

13. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

14. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

15. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

16. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

17. Roomzzz Edinburgh

18. Tigerlily

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

20. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Compare popular hotels close to Scotch Whisky Experience

Top Scotch Whisky Experience Hotel Reviews

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

Market Street Hotel

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

The Hoxton, Edinburgh

Other attractions near Scotch Whisky Experience

Castlehill

Victoria Street

Tartan Weaving Mill

The Witches' Well

Church of St John the Evangelist

Highland Tolbooth Kirk

The Hub

Witchery Tours

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