There are a multitude of reasons why a 5 star hotel might be the best choice when travelling to Edinburgh. They often offer the best customer service, luxurious rooms, and exquisite cuisine. Additionally, they are typically situated in prime locations, close to all the major tourist attractions.
Of course, 5 star hotels don’t come cheap, and this might be a deciding factor for some travellers. However, when you consider all that these hotels have to offer, it’s often worth the extra expense.
Edinburgh is a city that is full of history and culture, and there is no better way to experience it than by staying in a luxurious 5 star hotel. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend break or a longer holiday, these hotels will make your stay unforgettable.
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The Balmoral Hotel
Offering a bar and entertainment activities, Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh is set in Old Town district, in a 7-minute walk from Omni Centre. The Leith Princes Street is 650 metres from the venue, while Waverley Steps bus station is 50 metres away.
The accommodation is located in a touristic area, close to Calton Hill. You can get to the centre of Edinburgh in about 5 minutes' walk. The Writers' Museum is also located near the hotel. You can get to Arthur's Seat hike in a few minutes by car.
Prestonfield House
Boasting a free car park, allergy-free rooms and a golf course, Prestonfield House Hotel Edinburgh is located within 10 minutes' drive from the 16th-century Palace of Holyroodhouse. Situated in Newington district, the venue is set 2.4 km from Arthur's Seat hike.
The centre of Edinburgh can be reached within a 25-minute walk. You can get to Royal Mile in a few minutes by car.
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa Edinburgh is located 1.1 km from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" and boasts loungers and a golf course. It is set in Haymarket district, within walking distance of Edinburgh International Conference Centre.
The venue is set in the old part of Edinburgh, a few minutes away from the official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse". The accommodation lies approximately a 19-minute walk to the combined National Museum of Scotland. Edinburgh Gin Distillery is also located near the hotel.
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The Knight Residence By Mansley
The Knight Residence By Mansley Serviced Apartments Edinburgh, located approximately 10 minutes on foot from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle", features high-speed Internet access throughout the venue. Traverse Theatre is 500 metres away, and there is Grassmarket nearby.
Situated in West End district, this aparthotel is 15 minutes walk from the centre of Edinburgh. Royal Mile is also located near the accommodation. You can get to Arthur's Seat hike in a few minutes by car.
Intercontinental Edinburgh The George By Ihg
Located 1.8 km from the official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse", the 5-star Intercontinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, An Ihg Hotel features a bar and a garden. Royal Mile is 700 metres away, while the Leith Princes Street is just off the venue.
The enviable location in a shopping area gives quick access to the spirelike Victorian memorial "Scott Monument". The accommodation is set 1 km from the centre of Edinburgh. Intercontinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, An Ihg Hotel is a short ride from the royal Holyrood Park.
The Roseate Edinburgh - Small Luxury Hotels Of The World
The Dunstane Houses Hotel is situated in a residential area of Edinburgh, 2.4 km from the green Flag park "Princes Street Gardens". Featuring 38 rooms with views of the hills, this venue is set within a short ride from BT Murrayfield Sports Stadium.
The historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" is less than 2.5 km away. The city centre is within 30 minutes' walk away.
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The Bonham
Offering bright rooms, the stylish Bonham Hotel Edinburgh is located within 20 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. To ensure an exceptional stay in Edinburgh, friendly staff stands ready to provide 24-hour reception, dry cleaning and concierge service.
Situated in West End district, the venue is set 1.7 km from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle". Attractions within walking distance include Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One and St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral. The Bonham Hotel is a short ride from the Leith Princes Street.
Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
Providing guests with a gym and a terrace, the pet-friendly 5-star Cheval Old Town Chambers Aparthotel is located in the shopping district of Edinburgh, within walking distance of the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" and Royal Mile. Situated about 19 minutes' walk from the grand townhouse "Georgian House", the venue has 50 rooms with a stunning view of garden.
The accommodation boasts a central location 5 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Waverley train station. The hotel is also 10 minutes' walk from Museum of Edinburgh. Cheval Old Town Chambers Aparthotel is a short ride from Royal Yacht Britannia.
Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh
Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh is located at 2.7 km to the royal Holyrood Park and features laundry facilities, concierge service and wedding services. The venue is nestled in the centre of Edinburgh with direct proximity to The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
Situated in Old Town district, the accommodation is set about 17 minutes' walk to the 16th-century Palace of Holyroodhouse. The city centre is close by, about 5 minutes' walk away. The historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" is also located near the hotel. You can get to Dynamic Earth Interactive Science Museum in a few minutes by car.
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Kimpton Charlotte Square By Ihg
Situated near George Street, the 5-star Kimpton Charlotte Square Edinburgh features a shared lounge, a tennis court and a flat-screen smart-TV. This venue is not far from the Leith Princes Street and The Real Mary King's Close is 1.3 km away.
The accommodation is a mere 1.3 km to the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle". It's a 15-minute walk from here to the centre of Edinburgh. Kimpton Charlotte Square is a short ride from Royal Mile.
The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection
Located in the very heart of Edinburgh, The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection Hotel offers fast access to Omni Centre within a 5-minute walk. Set close to Calton Hill, this venue boasts air-conditioned rooms along with a bar and entertainment activities available onsite.
Guests will also appreciate proximity to Edinburgh Waverley, which is 800 metres away. The city centre is within 10 minutes' walk away. The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection Hotel is a short walking distance from the restored theatre "Edinburgh Playhouse".
The Edinburgh Grand, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh
Located 350 metres from Edinburgh Waverley railway station, Cheval The Edinburgh Grand Aparthotel offers quick access to Calton Hill. This venue features entertainment activities and a bar as well as free WiFi throughout the accommodation.
Royal Yacht Britannia is about 3 km away, while St Andrew Square is within walking distance from the hotel. The historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" is within 13 minutes’ walk. Cheval The Edinburgh Grand Aparthotel is a short ride from the combined National Museum of Scotland.
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The Chester Residence
Nestled near Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One, the 5-star Chester Residence Edinburgh offers designer rooms with high speed Internet access throughout the venue. It is a 25-minute walk from the Thistle chapel "St Giles' Cathedral" and a 5-minute drive from Royal Mile.
Located off Water of Leith Walkway, the aparthotel is about 20 minutes’ walk from Edinburgh city centre. The accommodation is located in West End district. You can get to the combined National Museum of Scotland in a few minutes by car.
The Witchery
The Witchery By Castle Hotel Edinburgh is rated 5 stars and is placed less than 5 minutes' walk to Royal Mile. Free Wi Fi is available throughout the venue as well as a storage room, a safe deposit box and a restaurant are available on site.
Located 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Edinburgh, the accommodation is close to The Scotch Whisky Experience. It is set just 50 metres from the standing Camera Obscura and World of Illusions Tower. The historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" is also located near the property. You can get to Nelson Towering Monument in a few minutes by car.
Royal Mile Balconies By The Castle
Notable for its location 300 metres away from the landscaped Princes Street Gardens in Old Town district, the venue is placed within 14 minutes' walk of Edinburgh International Conference Centre. Featuring 6 rooms with views of the courtyard, this accommodation is set within a short ride from Arthur's Seat hike.
The property is 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Edinburgh. Attractions within walking distance include the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" and Royal Mile.
The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection By Hilton
Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian Hotel is an 8-minute walk of Edinburgh International Conference Centre and features allergy free rooms, an indoor swimming pool and a Jacuzzi onsite. The venue is set in the centre of Edinburgh in vicinity of Co-op Food.
The prime location in a shopping area gives quick access to the Leith Princes Street. This accommodation is also within 5 minutes' walk to George Street. You can get to the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" in a few minutes by car.