The Best Hotels Closest to Old College in Edinburgh for 2026

Q: What's the area like around Old College?

Old College 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 1409 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Q: Where is the best place to stay close to Old College?

Adjacent to Old College, 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 Grassmarket Hotel and Apex Waterloo Place Hotel .

Q: How many hotels will I find near Old College?

Expedia has 1409 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Old College.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Old College.

Q: Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Old College?

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Old College, head over to our customer service page .

Q: What can I see and do near Old College?

National Museum of Scotland, Surgeon's Hall, and Scotch Whisky Experience feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and St. Giles' Cathedral are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at Festival Theatre, Queen's Hall, and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

Q: How can I get to Old College?

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 choices close to Old College so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

Our top choices for Old College hotels

Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.4 km from Old College

Tampa

AED 1,416 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.5 km from Old College

Seth

AED 1,385 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Aug - 6 Aug

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from Old College

OZAN

AED 1,186 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Old College

Mohammad

AED 1,167 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Aug - 5 Aug

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.6 km from Old College

Beverly

AED 3,969 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

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

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Old College

Hamad

AED 1,890 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jul - 29 Jul

Ten Hill Place

Southside, 0.3 km from Old College

Kara

AED 1,016 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

1 km from Old College

Andrea

AED 1,289 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

Deluxe Apartment, City View | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Museum Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, < 0.1 km from Old College

Maxence

AED 1,568 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jul - 23 Jul

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.4 km from Old College

lida

AED 1,996 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jul - 29 Jul

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from Old College

Stephanie

AED 1,081 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

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

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

New Town, 1.1 km from Old College

Sherry

AED 1,152 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jul - 29 Jul

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Broughton, 1.1 km from Old College

Joann

AED 1,122 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Old College

Harrison

AED 1,764 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Aug - 6 Aug

100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.9 km from Old College

Kevin

AED 2,857 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

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

Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, 0.8 km from Old College

Mayra

AED 1,139 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, 2 Bathrooms | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk

The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

Tollcross, 0.9 km from Old College

Anthony

AED 1,177 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View | View from room

Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments

New Town, 0.8 km from Old College

Maria

AED 1,156 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

Suite, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

New Town, 0.8 km from Old College

Richard

AED 2,454 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Aug - 6 Aug

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

New Town, 0.7 km from Old College

Amer

AED 1,279 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Old College

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Market Street Hotel	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,438 reviews	View
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 773 reviews	View
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 115 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top Old College Hotel Reviews

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel Would Use again"

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

8/10 Good

"We had a wonderful stay at Mount Royal Hotel. Waking up to the castle view every morning was truly special, and the staff were consistently warm and welcoming. The room was quite small, with limited storage and no refrigerator. We paid an extra £20 per night for the castle view, and for us, it was worth it. The only reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 was the strong musty smell in the shower room, which was unpleasant throughout our stay."

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed for our silver wedding anniversary and glad we chose the Apex Waterloo. Check in was easy and friendly, Room was very nice, clean, spacious and well equipped. Wonderful reception lady came and brought us a bottle of Prosecco on ice with 2 glasses on the house which was a lovely gesture Pool and Spa was lovely and relaxing and for an early Sat evening we had it to ourselves. The lady managing the Spa was wonderfully polite and kind. The bar staff were friendly. Overall a great hotel, yes price was high, but mid July, excellent proximity to city centre, train station etc and special occasion the Apex Waterloo was an excellent choice and would definitely recommend"

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"The stand out was the service. Friendly staff and excellent service. Room service was speedy and if you had breakfast included there was no extra charge. We had an issue with our TV and someone was there within 2 mins. The amenities in the bathroom smelt gorgeous. Loved the variety in the mini bar. Good size mugs for a cuppa. Only down side was the water pressure in the shower."

Hotels near other Old College attractions

Talbot Rice Gallery

You can study the exhibits at Talbot Rice Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Edinburgh. Discover the area's lively festivals and notable monuments.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Old College?

Old College 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 1409 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Old College?

Adjacent to Old College, 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 Grassmarket Hotel and Apex Waterloo Place Hotel.

How many hotels will I find near Old College?

Expedia has 1409 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Old College.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Old College, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Old College.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Old College?

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Old College, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Old College?

National Museum of Scotland, Surgeon's Hall, and Scotch Whisky Experience feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and St. Giles' Cathedral are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at Festival Theatre, Queen's Hall, and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

How can I get to Old College?

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 choices close to Old College so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Old College hotels

Market Street Hotel

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

The Balmoral Hotel

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Ten Hill Place

Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

Museum Apartments

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

100 Princes Street

Roomzzz Edinburgh

The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments

The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

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Top Old College Hotel Reviews

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

Hotels near other Old College attractions

Talbot Rice Gallery

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