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Our top choices for Edinburgh family-friendly hotels

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

1. Market Street Hotel

Market Street Hotel
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,556 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay to enjoy both Old town and New town. Clean hotel with attentive and friendly staff!"
United States
Michael
The price is AED 583
AED 735 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Market Street Hotel
A grand dining room with a high ceiling, ornate columns, and a large floral arrangement.

2. The Balmoral Hotel

The Balmoral Hotel
5.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent"
United Kingdom
Chris
The price is AED 1,660
AED 2,092 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Balmoral Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, and a balcony with a view of the city.

3. RÌGH Residences

RÌGH Residences
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (351 reviews)
"One of the best places we have stayed on vacation. Lovely place"
United States
Robert
The price is AED 580
AED 730 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
RÌGH Residences
A grand hallway with a marble floor, a staircase, and a decorative chandelier.

4. 100 Princes Street

100 Princes Street
5.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (78 reviews)
"Well maintained and beautiful property. Very comfortable and convenient location. They made all of us feel home, even the little kid"
United States
Eevy
The price is AED 1,372
AED 1,729 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
100 Princes Street
A hotel entrance with a red door, decorative arches, and a sign that reads 'Virgin Hotels.'

5. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
5.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,446 reviews)
"Great location, friendly and helpful staff, and clean comfortable room."
Canada
Peter
The price is AED 820
AED 1,033 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
An outdoor patio area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, stone flooring, and a small building with a sloped roof.

6. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Stuff was great, location was perfect and lots of cool places to eat and have a pint! Would totally recommend staying here and would stay here again !"
United States
Kathleen
The price is AED 574
AED 723 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
A modern interior with a marble bar, wooden chairs, and potted plants.

7. Eden Locke

Eden Locke
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,424 reviews)
"It was great. Loved the room and the location. Staff was very friendly."
United States
Sarah
The price is AED 537
AED 677 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Eden Locke
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

8. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (88 reviews)
"Great apartment"
United Kingdom
Abdulaziz
The price is AED 561
AED 707 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town
A neatly made bed with striped bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, and a headboard.

9. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

The Rutland Hotel & Apartments
4.0 star property
West End
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (443 reviews)
"The hotel was in a great location, and the restaurants attached were amazing and had great staff!"
United States
Ellyn
The price is AED 697
AED 878 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Rutland Hotel & Apartments
A dining table set for two with a view of a building through a window.

10. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
5.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice property in the heart of old town. Would recommend the family room for travel with young kids."
United States
Blake
The price is AED 783
AED 986 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
A modern hotel room with a glass-enclosed shower, a neatly made bed with blue bedding, and a bedside table with a lamp.

11. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,454 reviews)
"Staff great and apartment clean"
United States
Marcelle
The price is AED 506
AED 638 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley
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.

12. Braid Apartments by Mansley

Braid Apartments by Mansley
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (691 reviews)
"It was great! Just as advertised! Check out YesSushi across the road!"
Canada
Josh
The price is AED 543
AED 684 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Braid Apartments by Mansley
A modern living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a city view.

13. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy
3.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"We were right in the center of it all. Fantastic!"
United States
Susan
The price is AED 920
AED 2,364 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy
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.

14. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
5.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, friendly staff"
United States
Matthew
The price is AED 828
AED 1,043 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
A buffet setup with various food items, a refrigerator, and a bar area.

15. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location close to things to see over all very nice place"
United States
Raymundo
The price is AED 720
AED 907 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
A spacious living room with a fireplace, two leather armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

16. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh
3.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Edinburgh"
United States
George
The price is AED 409
AED 515 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh
A building entrance with a classical design, featuring a central door with a glass panel, flanked by columns, and a small window with plants.

17. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street
3.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,365 reviews)
"Clean rooms and location is great!"
United States
Phoebelyn
The price is AED 505
AED 637 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street
A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a view of a clock tower, and distant mountains.

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

The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh
5.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (804 reviews)
"Beautiful property, great location, loved having a washer/dryer"
United States
Amy
The price is AED 1,062
AED 1,338 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh
A window with two potted plants and a view of a historic castle.

19. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge
3.5 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (290 reviews)
"Amazing stay in Edinburgh. 5 min away from the royal mile and most of what we wanted to see was within a 15 min walk. Host was super responsive and the property was very accommodating with our questions."
Canada
Mitchell
The price is AED 634
AED 799 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge
An outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, umbrellas, and potted plants.

20. Tigerlily

Tigerlily
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff was amazing! Location was great!"
United States
DANIELA
The price is AED 891
AED 1,123 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Tigerlily
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Edinburgh

Breakfast included
Pool

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Edinburgh

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
3.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2029)
The price is AED 511
AED 644 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Edinburgh

A modern lobby with a yellow seating area, a sofa, and a patterned sculpture.
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1793)
The price is AED 461
AED 581 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
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4-star family-friendly hotels in Edinburgh

A breakfast buffet with various pastries, fruits, and a coffee machine.
Novotel Edinburgh Centre

Novotel Edinburgh Centre

Novotel Edinburgh Centre
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
The price is AED 367
AED 462 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
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Top Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Had an amazing stay! Absolutely amazing and hospitable staff! Amazing breakfast buffet. The first night we had some issues with a lot of noise and they changed our room right away the next morning. Overall amazing experience :) So close to all amenities and all things to see. We loved the location and absolutely loved everything about it."
Tahira 3-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Frequently asked questions

What's Edinburgh like for family-friendly vacations?
The historic destination of Edinburgh is a good choice if you've been considering a getaway with your kids. The museums, festivals, and local tours are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Take to the air and fly into Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is the closest airport, or Dundee (DND), which is located 35.3 mi (56.8 km) from the center of Edinburgh.
What's the best place to stay for a family vacation to Edinburgh?
Village Hotel Edinburgh is a hotel with an indoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good choices to stay with the kids include Virgin Hotels Edinburgh and Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG.
How many hotels that welcome families can I expect to find in Edinburgh?
Expedia has 41 hotels in Edinburgh that are perfect for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Edinburgh?
The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 56°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 40°F. Average annual precipitation for Edinburgh is 35 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Edinburgh?
While you are visiting Edinburgh, you might want to round up the kiddos and make time to see interesting attractions such as Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, and Princes Street. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and Scotch Whisky Experience.
What's the best way for us to get around Edinburgh?
You can walk to nearby metro stations including Princes Street Tram Stop, St Andrew Square Tram Stop, and Haymarket Tram Station. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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