City Observatory aerial view on Calton Hill in New Town of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK. New Town Edinburgh is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995.

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Rooftop terrace

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
4.0 star property
Holyrood, 0.4 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (751 reviews)
"Absolutely an amazing place to stay."
United States
Seth
The price is AED 886
AED 1,063 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

The Balmoral Hotel

The Balmoral Hotel
5.0 star property
New Town, 0.4 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Fantastic in every way"
United States
Ariane
The price is AED 3,253
AED 3,903 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
The Balmoral Hotel
Daily local cuisine breakfast for a fee

Market Street Hotel

Market Street Hotel
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,389 reviews)
"Best hotel we stayed at for our entire trip wish we booked here for longer. Comfy bed, great room in general and great shower."
United States
Jessica
The price is AED 1,044
AED 1,253 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Market Street Hotel
Terrace/patio

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels
4.0 star property
Broughton, 0.4 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (185 reviews)
"Loved every aspect of our stay! Spacious, clean and great staff! The addition of a face/wash cloth with the towels would be the only thing I thought would make it perfect."
United States
John
The price is AED 703
AED 844 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels
Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
5.0 star property
0.7 km from City Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (157 reviews)
"Good location in a quiet area. High quality apartment. Convenient laundry in property."
Australia
Tracey
The price is AED 634
AED 760 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
Vantage Studio with Balcony and View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Roomzzz Edinburgh

Roomzzz Edinburgh
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.3 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (362 reviews)
"Loved this place!"
United States
Mayra
The price is AED 978
AED 1,173 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Roomzzz Edinburgh
Hallway

Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge
4.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (858 reviews)
"Incredible location, clean property with everything needed for a short stay."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is AED 817
AED 980 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge
Townhouse Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
5.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel and staff. Very central would stay again anything"
United States
Judith
The price is AED 1,818
AED 2,291 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Destiny Scotland - Broughton St Lofts

Destiny Scotland - Broughton St Lofts
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Really great place. Spacious, very clean and well equipped. We had a great time!"
Canada
Negin
The price is AED 909
AED 1,090 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Destiny Scotland - Broughton St Lofts
Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV, Netflix, iPod dock

Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts

Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts
4.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (315 reviews)
"Close to Royal Mile. Nice, clean place Would stay again"
United States
Susan
The price is AED 1,091
AED 1,310 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts
Daily full breakfast for a fee

24 Royal Terrace

24 Royal Terrace
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (350 reviews)
"Staff were excellent, very pleasant stay with great service and a perfect location "
United Kingdom
Heather
The price is AED 837
AED 1,005 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
24 Royal Terrace
Front of property

Braid Apartments by Mansley

Braid Apartments by Mansley
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.9 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (667 reviews)
"Place was great and well equipped. Location was fantastic for exploring Edinburgh"
United States
Maxwell Adrian
The price is AED 691
AED 829 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Braid Apartments by Mansley
Suite, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh
5.0 star property
New Town, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (785 reviews)
"Great location for train & tram. Very friendly staff, great food. Will definitely stay there again"
United Kingdom
Richard
The price is AED 1,584
AED 1,996 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh
Exterior

Princes Street Suites

Princes Street Suites
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,507 reviews)
"Great location, easy check-in and beautiful rooms "
United States
Madison
The price is AED 736
AED 884 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Princes Street Suites
2 Bed Apartment | Living area | 75-inch TV with digital channels

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town
4.0 star property
New Town, 1 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (81 reviews)
"Gorgeous decor, perfect location and managed to fee a parking space for one night too. Very happy, we’ll be back again soon. "
United Kingdom
Leanne
The price is AED 779
AED 935 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town
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Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 1.1 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location, nice hotel"
United States
OZAN
The price is AED 919
AED 1,103 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
Exterior

Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 1 km from City Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 reviews)
"Great location, clean and beautiful views."
United States
cheryl
The price is AED 943
AED 1,131 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments
2 bars/lounges

W Edinburgh

W Edinburgh
5.0 star property
New Town, 0.4 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (457 reviews)
"Superb hotel!!! New, clean, super helpful staff, great location, very comfortable bed, everything perfect!!"
United States
Shannon Burl
The price is AED 1,406
AED 1,772 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
W Edinburgh
Penthouse Suite | Living room | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

The Scotsman Hotel

The Scotsman Hotel
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent food"
United States
Karen
The price is AED 1,481
AED 1,866 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
The Scotsman Hotel
Exterior

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from City Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,075 reviews)
"Excellent hotel with an amazing location!"
United States
Harrison
The price is AED 1,123
AED 1,348 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to City Observatory

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Rooftop terrace
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
751 reviews
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3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served
The Balmoral Hotel
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
View
Daily local cuisine breakfast for a fee
Market Street Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,389 reviews
View
Terrace/patio
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
185 reviews
View
Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment | Living room | Flat-screen TV
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
157 reviews
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Top City Observatory Hotel Reviews

Market Street Hotel

Market Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"If you are traveling to Edinburgh, this is a fabulous place to stay! Close to everthing, great amenities and a truly welcoming and helpful staff!"
Toni 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Market Street Hotel

Hotels near other City Observatory attractions

Calton Hill

9.2/5 (1,067 reviews)
Calton Hill 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 fascinating museums and entertainment choices.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around City Observatory?
City Observatory is located in a historic area of Edinburgh known for its top museums and lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 1371 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to City Observatory?
Adjacent to City Observatory, Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center. Other good options close by include Apex Waterloo Place Hotel and CODE - The Court, Edinburgh.
How many hotels will I be able to find near City Observatory?
Expedia has 1371 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from City Observatory.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near City Observatory, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near City Observatory.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near City Observatory?
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What can I see and do near City Observatory?
Surgeon's Hall, National Museum of Scotland, and Scotch Whisky Experience feature captivating exhibits. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Edinburgh Dungeon are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can watch performances at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Festival Theatre, and Queen's Hall if you're interested in local theater.
How can I get to City Observatory?
With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around City Observatory is easy. Metro stations nearby include St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Princes Street Tram Stop. To see more of the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Edinburgh Waverley Station or Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station).

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