The Best Hotels Closest to St James Quarter in Edinburgh for 2026

Q: What's the area like around St James Quarter?

St James Quarter is located in Edinburgh. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 1460 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Q: Where is the best place to stay near St James Quarter?

Adjacent to St James Quarter, 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 ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile .

Q: How many hotels can I expect to find close to St James Quarter?

Expedia has 1460 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from St James Quarter.

Q: If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St James Quarter, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near St James Quarter.

Q: Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near St James Quarter?

For more details about updating your stay near St James Quarter or cancelling it, click here .

Q: What can I see and do near St James Quarter?

You'll want to browse the collections at Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland, and Scottish National Portrait Gallery. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Edinburgh Dungeon are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can catch a show at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Festival Theatre, and Usher Hall.

Q: How can I get to St James Quarter?

With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around St James Quarter is a breeze. 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).

Our top choices for St James Quarter hotels

Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from St James Quarter

Jessica

AED 1,276 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.2 km from St James Quarter

Ariane

AED 3,472 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jun - 23 Jun

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

Seth

AED 1,151 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Broughton, 0.3 km from St James Quarter

John

AED 827 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Vantage Studio with Balcony and View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, < 0.1 km from St James Quarter

Mayra

AED 1,118 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from St James Quarter

Nicholas

AED 952 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

RÌGH Penthouse Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

RÌGH Residences

New Town, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

Alp

AED 1,177 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jun - 23 Jun

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

New Town, 0.2 km from St James Quarter

Marlene

AED 1,205 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jun - 23 Jun

Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

New Town, 0.2 km from St James Quarter

Richard

AED 2,404 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Jun - 17 Jun

Braid Apartments by Mansley

New Town, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

Maxwell Adrian

AED 921 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

Townhouse Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from St James Quarter

Judith

AED 2,166 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

W Edinburgh

New Town, < 0.1 km from St James Quarter

Shannon Burl

AED 1,887 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

2 Bed Apartment | Living area | 75-inch TV with digital channels

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

New Town, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

Leanne

AED 965 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jun - 16 Jun

Club Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Malmaison Edinburgh City

New Town, 0.3 km from St James Quarter

Mark

AED 857 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square

New Town, 0.4 km from St James Quarter

Steve

AED 1,059 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

New Town, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

Aaron

AED 767 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jun - 16 Jun

Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

cheryl

AED 967 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (second room open studio) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

New Town, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

Sherry

AED 966 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Jul - 13 Jul

Princes Street Suites

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from St James Quarter

Madison

AED 953 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jun - 16 Jun

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh by IHG

New Town, 0.2 km from St James Quarter

Mary

AED 827 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jun - 16 Jun

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Compare popular hotels close to St James Quarter

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Market Street Hotel	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,388 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 740 reviews	View
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 183 reviews	View
Roomzzz Edinburgh	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 354 reviews	View

Top St James Quarter Hotel Reviews

Market Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The location was perfect. Right next to the Royal Mile, but still in Newtown so you had modern conveniences and were close to great restaurants. It’s right next to the train station and the bus station so easy to move around the country and get to the airport. The rooftop bar was beautiful and a great place to have breakfast or room. The hotel was modern, clean, comfortable. And the staff was."

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

8/10 Good

"This hotel was all about location. We had a gorgeous view of Edinburgh Castle from our room. It is certainly in the middle of the action so you should expect the usual noise that comes with being centrally located. I thought it was a good value for the stay. I was traveling with my husband and 12 year old son. Recommend it for a good base to explore Edinburgh. We walked everywhere from here including down to Leith for dinner."

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

8/10 Good

"Huge plus is the location in between Holyrood and Princes St / Royal Mile. And easy access to buses to get around. Staff helpful. Didn’t use the hotel bar or restaurant but they looked good. Only real negative was we got unlucky and one of the two lifts was being repaired and out of service. Pool was good by hotel standards. Has a gym but did not use it. Did not have breakfast included in my rate so simply found something nearby. Seemed expensive overall but then everything in the city centre is. No bargains to be had (in June)."

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed here for 2 nights and can say with complete honesty it lives up to the usual high standards associated with the Hilton brand. We ordered room service on night one which arrived in very quick time and tasted delicious everything we ordered was fresh and great quality. The beds at the Hilton are always a highlight for me with quality linens and amazingly comfortable pillows you’ll be sure to get a solid nights sleep after long hours exploring Edinburgh. Our room was ready for when we arrived at 10:30 and the staff at the desk were extremely helpful. My only foible with the room was that upon looking under our bed there was a small amount of litter from previous guests, maybe a one off due to the small amount however maybe something for the hotel to address. To conclude regardless of the small amount of litter found under the bed I would say this hotel deserves 5 stars for everything, I would highly recommend staying here and should I ever return to Edinburgh I would love to stay again."

Hotels near other St James Quarter attractions

Waterloo Place

Learn about the local history of Edinburgh with a stop at Waterloo Place. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St James Quarter?

St James Quarter is located in Edinburgh. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 1460 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near St James Quarter?

Adjacent to St James Quarter, 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 ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to St James Quarter?

Expedia has 1460 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from St James Quarter.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St James Quarter, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near St James Quarter.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near St James Quarter?

For more details about updating your stay near St James Quarter or cancelling it, click here.

What can I see and do near St James Quarter?

You'll want to browse the collections at Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland, and Scottish National Portrait Gallery. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Edinburgh Dungeon are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can catch a show at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Festival Theatre, and Usher Hall.

How can I get to St James Quarter?

With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around St James Quarter is a breeze. 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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Our top choices for St James Quarter hotels

Market Street Hotel

The Balmoral Hotel

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Roomzzz Edinburgh

Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

RÌGH Residences

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

Braid Apartments by Mansley

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

W Edinburgh

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

Malmaison Edinburgh City

ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

Princes Street Suites

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh by IHG

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Top St James Quarter Hotel Reviews

Market Street Hotel

Hotels near other St James Quarter attractions

Waterloo Place

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