The Best Hotels Closest to Royal Lyceum Theatre in Edinburgh for 2026

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

A balcony with seating, a potted plant, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large window.

A bathroom with two large, dark stone sinks, a mirror, and a towel rack.

1. Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.9 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Kirby

AED 584

AED 735 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a round table, and a bookshelf.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a small table, and chairs. There is a large window with a city view.

A modern hotel with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance.

A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned carpet, leather seating, and large windows offering city views.

2. The Resident Edinburgh

West End, 0.7 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Claudia

AED 447

AED 563 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A grand lobby with a central floral arrangement, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel room with a plaid sofa, two armchairs, a round coffee table, a desk with a lamp, and a large mirror.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, elegant furniture, and decorative wall art.

A restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a view of the outdoors.

3. The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 1.2 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Abdullah

AED 1,743

AED 2,197 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A rooftop terrace with wicker chairs, a small table with a cup and snacks, and a view of a castle-like building in the background.

A historic building with multiple stories, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a red door.

A hallway with a patterned rug, wooden bookshelves, a reception desk, and a blue carpeted area.

A restaurant interior with stone walls, hanging light fixtures, and bar area with shelves of bottles.

4. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Peter

AED 938

AED 1,181 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor patio area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, stone flooring, and a small building with a sloped roof.

A bar area with a wine rack, a large metal sink, and a bottle of wine.

A historic building with the sign "Hotel du Vin & Bistro" indicating a restaurant and hotel.

A wedding ceremony setup with rows of chairs, floral decorations, and a backdrop of a painting.

5. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.9 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Kathleen

AED 793

AED 999 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A grand hallway with a marble floor, a staircase, and a decorative chandelier.

A dining area with a table set for tea, a green sofa, and a view of a castle.

A bar area with a wine rack, seating, and decorative elements.

A grand entrance with columns, a sign reading "100 PRINCES STREET," and two symmetrical topiary bushes.

6. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.6 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Eevy

AED 1,682

AED 2,119 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden desk, a bathtub, and a stone wall.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a coffee table with a vase, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A dining table set for two with a view of a building through a window.

A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a chair, and a stone wall backdrop.

7. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.3 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Blake

AED 874

AED 1,101 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A building facade with a sign reading "THE HOXTON."

A dark room with red velvet sofas, a small table with a bowl of popcorn, and a lit lamp.

A neatly made bed with a red headboard, a bedside lamp, and a window with a view of historic buildings.

A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, seating areas, and a bar in the background.

8. The Hoxton, Edinburgh

West End, 0.8 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Waraporn

AED 503

AED 634 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A modern interior with a marble bar, wooden chairs, and potted plants.

A staircase with a golden handrail leading to a kitchen area with white cabinets and a stainless steel sink.

A room with two wicker chairs, a small table, and large potted plants near a window with a view of buildings.

A bar with a glass front, wicker furniture, and a potted plant outside.

9. Eden Locke

New Town, 0.6 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Sarah

AED 574

AED 724 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a corner building with a distinctive tower and a shop with a sign reading "HENDRONS".

A neatly made bed with a blue and white checkered pillow and a white pillow. There is a lamp with a beige lampshade on a bedside table.

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.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa.

10. Braid Apartments by Mansley

New Town, 0.9 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Josh

AED 609

AED 768 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A view of a historic castle from a window, with a statue in the foreground.

A historic building with a prominent archway, multiple windows, and balconies with flower boxes.

A bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, a view of the city through the window, and a geometric wall design.

A dimly lit bar area with wooden furniture, stone walls, and a large poster of a mechanical device.

11. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

West End, 0.4 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Ellyn

AED 760

AED 957 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A table with a vase of flowers, a cup, and a coffee maker.

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, and a microwave.

A dining area with a glass table set for four, a refrigerator with open doors, a brown leather sofa, and a chandelier.

12. Bonnie Hotel - Smart Boutique ApartHotel - Haymarket Edinburgh

West End, 0.5 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Jinelle

AED 592

AED 836 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a bench, striped armchairs, and a view of the outside.

A hallway with a mirror, a lamp, and a chandelier. There is a door with a sign above it and a staircase with striped wallpaper.

A room with a striped armchair, a small table with a cup, and a floor lamp.

13. Eleven Stafford Street Townhouse

West End, 0.5 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Jenna

AED 460

AED 580 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, umbrellas, and potted plants.

A building with the sign "Tiger Lily" above the entrance. There are flower boxes with pink flowers on the windowsills.

A bar area with a marble countertop, various bottles, a beer tap, and a decorative glass bowl with greenery.

A room with a fireplace, red and green upholstered seating, patterned wallpaper, and a geometric floor design.

14. Tigerlily

New Town, 0.6 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

DANIELA

AED 701

AED 884 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of the city.

A neatly made bed with a dark headboard, two bedside lamps, and a window with a view of a stone building.

A dining area with a table and two chairs, a potted plant, and a window with a view of a garden.

A corner room with a large window, a floor lamp, a chair, a small table with a vase and a book, and a radiator.

15. 33 Castle Terrace

Tollcross, 0.2 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Ruby

AED 744

AED 937 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A neatly made bed with white linens and two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with a view of a stone wall.

A modern living room with a round table, two armchairs, a mounted TV, a clock, and a radiator.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a microwave, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small side table with a lamp.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a round table and chairs.

16. Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

New Town, 0.8 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Paola

AED 687

AED 866 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a view of a clock tower, and distant mountains.

A lobby with a checkered floor, a central seating area, and a large painting on the back wall.

A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, evenly spaced windows, and a central entrance with a canopy.

A grand, circular staircase with intricate geometric patterns on the walls and floor, leading to an upper level.

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

New Town, 1.1 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Amy

AED 1,116

AED 1,406 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

A spacious indoor area with high ceilings, wooden tables, wicker furniture, and hanging plants.

A historic building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with steps.

A modern indoor seating area with two chairs and a round table, surrounded by potted plants and a glass ceiling.

18. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

New Town, 0.5 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Matthew

AED 859

AED 1,083 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a bar counter with a coffee machine, and hanging light fixtures.

A theater lobby with a stone archway, plush seating, a fireplace, and a red curtain backdrop.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, stone walls, and pendant lighting.

A theater with rows of leather seats, a large screen, and wall sconces.

19. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 1 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Joshua

AED 408

AED 514 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A formal dining room with a chandelier, blue upholstered chairs, and a wooden table.

A room with a round glass table, two upholstered chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of a tree and buildings through large windows.

A bar area with red leather seating, blue ottomans, and a patterned carpet.

A grand lobby with a wooden staircase, a desk with a computer, and a green armchair.

20. The Bonham Hotel

West End, 0.8 km from Royal Lyceum Theatre

Gail

AED 802

AED 1,010 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Market Street Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,555 reviews	View
The Resident Edinburgh	9.6 Exceptional 743 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh	9.6 Exceptional 1,450 reviews	View
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top Royal Lyceum Theatre Hotel Reviews

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great location, accommodated early arrival times on both occasions, very clean. Quick 20 mins to airport. Will stay again."

Market Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect place to stay to enjoy both Old town and New town. Clean hotel with attentive and friendly staff!"

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location! Can get around either walking or taking public transportation. The staff was amazing as well."

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, parking is challenging, nice staff,"

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was good location and great price"

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely staff. Good breakfast. We had an issue with a pipe making lots of noise whenever the water run which was annoying. Well located hotel and was able to walk into Edinburgh city centre in about 30 minutes"

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"There are comfy hangout areas and great restaurants within the hotel."

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"In a perfect location to public transportation. Very clean and very helpful staff!"

Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel, friendly staff"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Royal Lyceum Theatre?

Royal Lyceum Theatre is located in a historic area of Edinburgh known for its top museums and popular theater scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 1429 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Royal Lyceum Theatre?

Adjacent to Royal Lyceum Theatre, Point A Edinburgh Haymarket is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a bar and a snack bar/deli. Other good options close by include Apex Grassmarket Hotel and YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton.

How many hotels are there near Royal Lyceum Theatre?

Expedia has 1429 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Royal Lyceum Theatre.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Royal Lyceum Theatre, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Royal Lyceum Theatre.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Royal Lyceum Theatre?

For more details about updating your stay near Royal Lyceum Theatre or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Royal Lyceum Theatre?

Study the collections at Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland, or Writers' Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, and Grassmarket. You can check out the local talent at Usher Hall, Festival Theatre, and Queen's Hall.

How can I get to Royal Lyceum Theatre?

If you're taking a train into town, Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are the closest stations to Old Town Edinburgh. There might not be many public transit stops near Royal Lyceum Theatre so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Royal Lyceum Theatre hotels

1. Market Street Hotel

2. The Resident Edinburgh

3. The Balmoral Hotel

4. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

6. 100 Princes Street

7. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

8. The Hoxton, Edinburgh

9. Eden Locke

10. Braid Apartments by Mansley

11. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

12. Bonnie Hotel - Smart Boutique ApartHotel - Haymarket Edinburgh

13. Eleven Stafford Street Townhouse

14. Tigerlily

15. 33 Castle Terrace

16. Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

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

18. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

19. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

20. The Bonham Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Royal Lyceum Theatre

Top Royal Lyceum Theatre Hotel Reviews

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Market Street Hotel

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

Other attractions near Royal Lyceum Theatre

Usher Hall

Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh International Conference Centre

Traverse Theatre

St Cuthbert's Church

Royal Scots Regimental Museum

Dragonfly

Ghillie Dhu

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