Edinburgh 5 Star Hotels

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Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa

8.2 / 10

(2292 Reviews)

From 258$
Prestonfield House Hotel

9.2 / 10

(152 Reviews)

From 467$
Kew House Hotel

9.6 / 10

(107 Reviews)

From 154$
Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian Hotel

8.5 / 10

(1168 Reviews)

From 320$
Intercontinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, An Ihg Hotel

8.5 / 10

(1402 Reviews)

From 125$

What are the most popular 5-star hotels in Edinburgh? Pat-travels-the-world.com recommends you more than 16 luxury options to stay in Edinburgh. For those searching for the best hotels, pat-travels-the-world.com offers 4 top deals. We recommend Claremont House (rating: 8.8/10) at the cost of 162US$ per night. Guests especially like a golf course, concierge service and cots on site. It's set a 5-minute walk from Craigmillar Park Golf Club.

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Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa Prestonfield House Hotel Kew House Hotel Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian Hotel Nice Five Stars Hotels In Edinburgh Intercontinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, An Ihg Hotel The Balmoral Hotel The Chester Residence Five Star Hotels Downtown Edinburgh Royal Mile Suites By The Castle Cheval The Edinburgh Grand Aparthotel The Roseate Edinburgh - Small Luxury Hotels Of The World

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8.2
Very good
2292 Reviews

Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa

📍 1 Festival Square

From 258$

Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, located 0.3 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre, features a spa area, an outdoor swimming pool and allergy friendly rooms. This exclusive venue is placed about 0.5 km from Edinburgh airport and a few minutes' walk from Festival Square.

The accommodation is perfectly nestled in Haymarket district, not very far from Edinburgh Gin Distillery. The Royal Bank of Scotland is 550 metres from the property, while Usher Hall bus station is 150 metres away. Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa is a short ride from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle".

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9.2
Excellent
152 Reviews

Prestonfield House Hotel

📍 Priestfield Road

From 467$

The grand 5-star Prestonfield House Hotel Edinburgh lies 10 minutes' ride from Holyrood Park. It also provides dry cleaning, valet parking and housekeeping.

Situated in Newington district, the venue is set 2.5 km from Royal Mile. It is located approximately 3 km from the centre of Edinburgh. Prestonfield House Hotel is a short ride from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle".

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9.6
Excellent
107 Reviews

Kew House Hotel

📍 1 Kew Terrace

From 154$

The contemporary Kew House Hotel Edinburgh is a 5-star venue set within 18 minutes' walk to Edinburgh International Conference Centre. Guests who stay in the accommodation can park their car onsite.

Situated in Haymarket district, the guest house is set 1.6 km from Tynecastle Park Football Stadium. The city centre of Edinburgh can be reached in 30 minutes on foot. Kew House Hotel is a short ride from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle".

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8.5
Very good
1168 Reviews

Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian Hotel

📍 Princes Street

From 320$

Comprising 241 rooms, the 5-star Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian Hotel is 1.1 km from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle". Set within reach of Princes Street, the venue features an a la carte restaurant serving meals of Scottish cuisine.

Situated in West End district, the accommodation is set 0.5 km to Co-op Food. It is located a 15-minute walk from the centre of Edinburgh. Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian Hotel is a short ride from the combined National Museum of Scotland.

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8.5
Very good
1402 Reviews

Intercontinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, An Ihg Hotel

📍 19-21 George Street

From 125$

Intercontinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, An Ihg Hotel enjoys an enviable location in the heart of Edinburgh and offers direct access to the royal Holyrood Park. Set within reach of the Victorian Gothic Scott Monument, the venue features an a la carte restaurant serving meals of Scottish cuisine.

The accommodation is within 10 minutes' drive of Arthur's Seat hike and 750 metres from Charlotte Square. The city centre is within 10 minutes' walk away. Intercontinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, An Ihg Hotel is just a short walk from the Leith Princes Street.

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Hotels in Edinburgh

Airport nearby ✈️ Dundee, Edinburgh
Average Price 💰 385$
Hotels in Edinburgh 🏨 2503
Hotel Reviews ⭐ 82554
Landmarks nearby 📍 Saint Mary's Cathedral, Gladstone's Land, Dean Village, University of Edinburgh, The Real Mary King's Close
Best Price Hotel 🤑 Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa
Most comfortable Hotel 🛏️ Prestonfield House Hotel
Hotel with a view 🔍 Kew House Hotel

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9.4
Excellent
2070 Reviews

The Balmoral Hotel

📍 1 Princes Street

From 452$

The 5-star Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh offers 188 rooms just 500 metres from Omni Centre. There is a lounge bar and an indoor pool available on the premises.

The venue is situated in Old Town district, near Waverley Mall. Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is within 25 minutes’ walk. The Writers' Museum is also located near the accommodation. You can get to Royal Yacht Britannia in a few minutes by car.

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9.4
Excellent
370 Reviews

The Chester Residence

📍 9 Rothesay Place

From 251$

Featuring hire of car as well as Wi-Fi throughout the venue, Chester Residence is set in Edinburgh, nearly a 25-minute walk of the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle". The accommodation is set in West End district, in vicinity of Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One.

A central location allows guests to explore the area and St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral is located within walking distance. Edinburgh Old Town is 25 minutes on foot from the aparthotel, while Edinburgh airport is 0.5 km from it. You can get to the 200-foot spire "Scott Monument" in a few minutes by car.

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8
Very good
1359 Reviews

Royal Mile Suites By The Castle

📍 493 Lawnmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh, Eh1 2Pb, United Kingdom

From 210$

Area attractions, including Royal Mile and The Real Mary King's Close are located only a short walk from Royal Mile Suites By The Castle Edinburgh. There is also an a parking.

Museum of Edinburgh is 10 minutes' walk away. Guests can quickly get to Edinburgh Old Town, which is roughly 0.4 km away. Royal Mile Suites By The Castle is a short ride from the official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse".

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9.1
Excellent
1041 Reviews

Cheval The Edinburgh Grand Aparthotel

📍 42 St Andrew Square

From 278$

Cheval The Edinburgh Grand Aparthotel offers a luxurious setting near Scott Monument and features a laundry room, concierge service and express check-out. WiFi is available throughout the venue, so that you can stay connected.

Arthur's Seat hike is 10 minutes' drive from the accommodation, while Princes Street is a 7-minute walk away. A short distance to a train station enables you to get to The Real Mary King's Close in no time. You can get to the official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse" in a few minutes by car.

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8.9
Excellent
625 Reviews

The Roseate Edinburgh - Small Luxury Hotels Of The World

📍 4 West Coates

From 195$

Around a 15-minute walk to Edinburgh International Conference Centre, the 5-star Dunstane Houses Hotel Edinburgh offers intimate accommodation with 38 rooms. You can enjoy an intimate atmosphere and a picnic area, a golf course and a sundeck provided at the venue.

Situated in West End district, the hotel is set 2.2 km from Castle Rock. Guests can reach the centre of Edinburgh within 30 minutes' walk. This intimate property is located close to Pentland Hills. You can get to Edinburgh Castle in a few minutes by car.

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8.1
Very good
407 Reviews

Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh

📍 1 George IV Bridge

From 166$

Located 600 metres from Edinburgh Waverley railway station, Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh offers quick access to the Leith Princes Street. High-speed Internet access is available throughout the venue as well as allergy free rooms, a golf course and a restaurant are available on site.

The accommodation is set next to the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle", 0.2 km from The Real Mary King's Close. It is just 5 minutes' walk of the legal deposit National Library of Scotland. Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh is a short ride from Holyrood Park.

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8.8
Excellent
1794 Reviews

Kimpton - Charlotte Square, An Ihg Hotel

📍 38 Charlotte Square

From 237$

Kimpton - Charlotte Square, An Ihg Hotel Edinburgh, set in New Town district, in a 14-minute stroll away from Royal Mile, features a golf course, a steam room and a solarium on site. The accommodation is conveniently placed near the Leith Princes Street, offering 199 rooms along with an a la carte restaurant.

The venue is very close to the financial district of Edinburgh and just a stroll from Co-op Food. The parish church "St Giles' Cathedral" is an 18-minute walk of the hotel. You can get to Edinburgh Old Town in a few minutes by car.

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9
Excellent
162 Reviews

Amaragua Guest House

📍 10 Kilmaurs Terrace

From 152$

Amaragua Guest House Edinburgh is located 2 km from Arthur's Seat hike and offers a free carpark and allergy free rooms. The venue is situated 3 km from Edinburgh city centre and 25 km from Edinburgh airport.

Palace of Holyroodhouse is less than 2.8 km away. The accommodation is also next door to Prestonfield Golf Club, and near a bus stop. Amaragua Guest House is a short ride from the art museum "Scottish National Gallery".

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9.4
Excellent
1706 Reviews

Cheval Old Town Chambers Aparthotel

📍 Royal Mile, 329 High Street

From 255$

Situated in the very heart of Edinburgh, the 5-star Cheval Old Town Chambers Aparthotel is within walking distance from Edinburgh Castle. Guests can use housekeeping and express check-out at the venue.

The accommodation is 100 metres from The Studio and 0.3 km from Royal Mile. The hotel is also next door to the Thistle chapel "St Giles' Cathedral", and near a railway station. Cheval Old Town Chambers Aparthotel is a short ride from Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.

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9.2
Excellent
108 Reviews

The Witchery By The Castle

📍 Castlehill, Royal Mile, Edinburgh

From 809$

The Witchery By Castle Hotel Edinburgh stands approximately 19 minutes' walk to the official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse" and features 24-hour front desk and housekeeping. Situated in Old Town district, this venue is 10 minutes walk from the centre of Edinburgh.

The accommodation is a 10-minute drive from Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. Attractions within walking distance include The Real Mary King's Close and the Thistle chapel "St Giles' Cathedral". You can get to Dynamic Earth Interactive Science Museum in a few minutes by car.

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8.6
Excellent
1620 Reviews

The Knight Residence By Mansley

📍 12 Lauriston Street

From 234$

The Knight Residence By Mansley Edinburgh is a 5-star venue set within 10 minutes' walk from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle". High-speed Internet access throughout the accommodation is available.

The hotel is just a 14-minute walk from Princes Street. Attractions within walking distance include Royal Mile and the movie theater "Filmhouse Cinema". The Knight Residence By Mansley is a short ride from National Museum of Scotland.

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9.2
Excellent
469 Reviews

The Howard, An Ascend Hotel Collection Member Edinburgh

📍 34 Great King Street

From 273$

Featuring a Jacuzzi, a conference room and a restaurant, The Howard, An Ascend Hotel Collection Member Edinburgh is set 1.4 km from Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh. This venue offers accommodation in New Town district with nearby access to Open Eye Gallery Edinburgh.

The property enjoys a great location, a 15-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley train station. Guests can visit Arthur's Seat hike, located a 10-minute drive away. The Howard, An Ascend Hotel Collection Member Edinburgh is a short ride from the Thistle chapel "St Giles' Cathedral".

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8.9
Excellent
1284 Reviews

The Bonham Hotel

📍 35 Drumsheugh Gardens

From 232$

The Bonham Hotel is situated in the heart of Edinburgh in 20 minutes' walking distance from Royal Mile. Offering cots and children's menu for children along with a Scottish menu, the venue boasts a central location near a railway station.

The historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" is less than 1.7 km away. The city centre is within 20 minutes' walk away. Water of Leith Walkway is also located near the accommodation. You can get to the Leith Princes Street in a few minutes by car.

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7.9
Very good
961 Reviews

Royal Mile Balconies By The Castle Aparthotel

📍 493 Lawnmarket,The Royal Mile

From 268$

The 5-star Royal Mile Balconies By The Castle Hotel Edinburgh is within 5 minutes' walk of the green Flag park "Princes Street Gardens". The venue also features Wi Fi in public areas.

Situated in Old Town district, the accommodation is set 1.1 km from Calton Hill. Edinburgh city centre is 1 km away from the hotel. Royal Mile is also located near the property. The art museum "Scottish National Gallery" is an easy walk away.

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8.5
Very good
625 Reviews

The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection

📍 2 Greenside Place

From 254$

Featuring allergy free rooms, a picnic area and a garden, The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection Hotel Edinburgh offers unique accommodation about 10 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Waverley. Situated in the very heart of Edinburgh, the venue gives quick access to Calton Hill.

Royal Mile is less than 1.3 km away. The property is also next door to Omni Centre, and near a tram stop. You can get to Palace of Holyroodhouse in a few minutes by car.

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9.4
Excellent
76 Reviews

Claremont House Bed & Breakfast

📍 3 South Lauder

From 162$

Claremont House Bed & Breakfast Edinburgh, located 2.1 km from Royal Mile, features WiFi in public areas. The royal Holyrood Park is less than 2.2 km away.

The property is situated 3 km from Edinburgh city centre and 20 km from Edinburgh airport. The hotel is notable for its quiet location close to Earthy Foods & Goods. You can get to Calton Hill in a few minutes by car.

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9.1
Excellent
175 Reviews

21212 Hotel

📍 3 Royal Terrace

From 218$

The 5-star 21212 Hotel Edinburgh places guests within 15 minutes' stroll from Co-op Food.

Situated in New Town district, the venue is set 16 minutes' walk of The Real Mary King's Close. Attractions within walking distance include Calton Hill and the restored theatre "Edinburgh Playhouse". You can get to the official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse" in a few minutes by car.

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9.5
Excellent
325 Reviews

Six Brunton Place Guest House

📍 6 Brunton Place

From 222$

Located in Leith district, Six Brunton Place Bed & Breakfast Edinburgh is next-door to the 16th-century Palace of Holyroodhouse and a 5-minute drive from Arthur's Seat hike. Guests will have access to parking spaces nearby for added convenience.

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is less than 2.1 km away. It is about 2 km away from the centre of Edinburgh. Six Brunton Place Bed & Breakfast is located in proximity to Abbeyhill Baptist Church.

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9.8
Excellent
97 Reviews

Barony House Hotel

📍 20 Mayfield Gardens

From 193$

Barony House Hotel Edinburgh is 25 minutes' walk from the Leith Princes Street and features complimentary parking, a tennis court and a golf course onsite. Situated in Newington district, the guest house is set 2.3 km from Edinburgh Waverley.

The venue is located 25 minutes’ walk from Edinburgh city centre. This accommodation is just off Craigmillar Park Church and 25 km from Edinburgh airport. You can get to the combined National Museum of Scotland in a few minutes by car.

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9.8
Excellent
96 Reviews

23 Mayfield

📍 23 Mayfield Gardens

From 229$

23 Mayfield Hotel, set next to Craigmillar Park Church, is 25 km from Edinburgh airport. Located in Newington district, this venue offers 8 rooms along with a heated swimming pool.

The combined National Museum of Scotland is a 5-minute drive, and Edinburgh Old Town is a 10-minute drive away. The guest house lies within a 25-minute walk of the centre of Edinburgh. 23 Mayfield Hotel is a short ride from the royal Holyrood Park.

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9.2
Excellent
77 Reviews

The Hedges Hotel

📍 19 Hillside Crescent

From 242$

The 5-star Hedges Edinburgh is set 1.2 km from the José Martí Scott Monument and 1.7 km from the long-standing Camera Obscura and World of Illusions Tower. The guest house features a sunbathing terrace, a golf course and a garden for guests' convenience.

The property is situated 2 km from Edinburgh city centre and 15 km from Edinburgh airport. Attractions within walking distance include Calton Hill and The Manuscript of Monte Cassino. The Hedges is a short ride from Arthur's Seat hike.

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1. What amenities can be found in 5 star hotels in Edinburgh?
Amenities in 5 star hotels in Edinburgh can vary, but generally include high-quality furnishings and fabrics, king- or queen-sized beds, luxurious bathrooms with large baths and separate showers, complimentary toiletries, and room service. Some hotels may also offer butlers, complimentary newspapers and magazines, hair and beauty treatments, and more.
2. What is the minimum price for a 5 star hotel room in Edinburgh?
Prices for 5 star hotel rooms in Edinburgh generally start at around £200 per night, but can vary depending on the time of year, the size and location of the room, and the amenities included.

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