Best Luxury Hotels Near Edinburgh Castle
Still serving as a beacon for the city many centuries after it was erected to protect its home, Edinburgh Castle is an ever-present landmark, situated in the heart of the UNESCO-listed Old Town. Set on a dormant volcano, it’s one of the oldest fortified places in Europe and the most besieged in Britain. And, luckily for those who love getting up close to centuries of history, has an array of excellent hotels within a short walk in areas including its medieval vicinity, as well as the Georgian New Town. Here are our favourite places to stay in luxury, close to the castle.
West End, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa
(5 stars) 
TLE Recommends: No stay is complete without a visit to One Spa during the twilight hours
The 269 rooms at this Grand Hotel overlooking Festival Square, feature Sheraton Signature Sleep Experience beds and marble bathrooms with separate showers and bathtubs. Set right in the commercial heart of Edinburgh, close to financial institutions, the shops of Princes Street and walking distance from the Old Town, this hotel suits all types of travellers. But many (including locals) come here purely for its remarkable spa. At the very top is an outdoor infinity hydropool with stunning views, while inside, there’s an upscale thermal suite, a large swimming pool and treatment rooms. Also onsite is the One Square restaurant and One Square Bar.
Old Town, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland
Market Street Hotel
(4 stars)
TLE Recommends: Upon arrival make time for a glass of bubbles at N’or Loft and take in the fantastic city views.
A Carlton Collection Hotel, Market Street hotel is the first Design Hotels member in Scotland and it is clear to see why. The hotel interior design has been led by award-winning team FG Stjil and showcases a perfect balance of contemporary finishings whilst firmly acknowledging the historic charm and local artistic influences. Market Street hotel is located in Edinburgh’s historic Old Town the hotel boasts 98 boutique rooms and suites and for hotel residents and non-residents Nor’Loft the rooftop Champagne lounge on the seventh floor is THE place to enjoy a sophisticated drink coupled with stunning panoramic views of the city.
Old Town, Edinburgh
Cheval Old Town Chambers
(5 stars)
TLE Recommends: The four-bedroom town house is straight from a fairytale – stay if you can!
Taking the aparthotel to another level, Cheval Old Town Chambers takes advantage of all of the 15th-century charm found within its tenement homes across three buildings. But this is offset by clean contemporary lines and modern Scandi-inspired furnishings. Choose a studio, an apartment with a mezzanine, a private outdoor terrace, or a four-bedroom townhouse. You’ll have access to a concierge to assist you around the clock, a gym and a lobby with comfortable seating for a little fireside reading, as well as Luckenbooths restaurant for a touch of trad. Cheval Old Town Chambers welcomes pets and families and has several accessible apartments.
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