The Best Hotels Closest to St. Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh for 2026

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A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a stone building in the background.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a neon sign on the wall.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a countertop with a sink.

A modern bar area with a neon sign, a menu board, and a staircase leading to other rooms.

1. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.6 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

kimberly

AED 750

AED 945 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with two modern chairs, a small table, and two glasses of orange juice.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small round table, and a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a dining area with chairs.

A modern building with large windows, a stone-paved courtyard, and a clear blue sky.

2. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Broughton, 0.9 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

christopher

AED 542

AED 683 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A courtyard with a brick building, a staircase, and a modern entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a window with curtains, and three framed pictures on the wall.

A modern apartment with a kitchen, dining area, and a large window overlooking a cityscape.

A multi-story building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

3. Stay Hush

Holyrood, 0.8 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Nipa

AED 620

AED 781 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern living room with a blue sofa, wooden coffee table, and a stone wall.

A historic building with multiple windows and doors, a stone facade, and a traditional architectural style.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There are pictures on the wall and a lamp on the desk.

A modern kitchen with a stone wall, a dining area with a blue sofa, and a kitchen island.

4. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

1.1 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Benton

AED 751

AED 946 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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

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

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

5. The Resident Edinburgh

West End, 1.4 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Amy

AED 656

AED 827 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A restaurant with stone walls, leather seating, and a table set with wine glasses and a candle.

6. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.4 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Kathleen

AED 787

AED 992 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious indoor area with a long counter, wooden chairs, and potted plants.

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

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

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, and a bar area with shelves stocked with various items.

7. Eden Locke

New Town, 1 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Victoria

AED 531

AED 669 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living area with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, wooden coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, a sofa, and a built-in bookshelf.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a built-in wardrobe, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

8. Destiny Scotland - Broughton St Lofts

New Town, 0.9 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Jonathan

AED 625

AED 788 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a lamp. There are two windows with a city view.

A living room with a sofa, a glass table with a bowl, a TV, and a fireplace.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and white walls, leading to a door with a white panel design.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, a window, and a fireplace.

9. Haymarket Apartments

West End, 1.5 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

"The property worked for our family of 5 stay; however, property does not have AC which would be important in the summer. Additionally, sleeping 5 meant sharing spaces as there is only a large great room / kitchen and the master bedroom with master bath. If you need a laundry you’ll have to reserve somewhere else. The location was the best attribute of this property. It is close to everything."

John

AED 407

AED 1,219 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 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 bar area with red chairs and a long counter, a fireplace with a painting above it, and a seating area with a sofa and tables.

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

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

10. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Kerry

AED 888

AED 1,119 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with a white countertop, a stainless steel sink, a gold faucet, and a black dishwasher.

A bathroom with a black sink, a mirror, and a red-tiled wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a painting on the wall, and a ceiling fan.

A living room with a sofa, ottoman, chairs, and a painting on the wall.

11. Meus Apartments

New Town, 1.2 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Harald

AED 747

AED 941 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

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

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large mural.

12. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Rory

AED 961

AED 1,211 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A historic building with a bar, restaurant, and pizzeria on the ground floor.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a large mirror. There is a bed with a headboard and a small table with a chair in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and armchair. There is a large window with a view of buildings.

13. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Daniela

AED 875

AED 1,103 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 luxurious bedroom with a large bed, a tray of liquor bottles, and candle holders.

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

14. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.6 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Derek

AED 1,806

AED 2,276 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

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

A reception area with a glass desk, a fire extinguisher, and a television displaying a cityscape.

15. Braid Apartments by Mansley

New Town, 0.7 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Margie Pecks

AED 614

AED 773 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 room with a large window, a fireplace, and a chair with a cushion.

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

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

16. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

New Town, 1 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Jennifer

AED 927

AED 1,168 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A building entrance with a classical design, featuring a central door with a glass panel, flanked by columns, and a small window with plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa set, a bar area, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A dining area with a table set for a meal, a sofa, and a cabinet with a sign.

A dining table with plates of food, a drink, and a book.

17. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

New Town, 1 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Sonal

AED 415

AED 523 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A busy street with buses, pedestrians, and historic buildings including a clock tower.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a window with blinds.

A dining area with a round table, four chairs, a vase with flowers, a clock, and a large window with a view of greenery and a blue vehicle.

A room with a large window, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a lamp.

18. Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

New Town, 0.6 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

SHARRYN LEE

AED 804

AED 1,013 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and pillows, a brown headboard, and two bedside lamps.

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

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

19. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, < 0.1 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Joshua

AED 438

AED 552 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, and a view of a cityscape and tower through the window.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a view to the outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a wooden wardrobe, and a balcony with a view of a cityscape.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV, wooden shelves with decorative items, and a large window with a view.

20. Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, 0.6 km from St. Giles' Cathedral

Sandra L

AED 582

AED 734 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Top St. Giles' Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Market Street Hotel

8/10 Good

"⭐⭐⭐⭐ I stayed at Market Street Hotel for two nights and overall had a good experience. The location is excellent — very convenient and within easy walking distance of many of Edinburgh’s main attractions, restaurants, and transportation. The room was comfortable, although it wasn’t particularly large, so I wouldn’t expect a very spacious room. One thing I found inconvenient was the luggage space. For two people, there was only one luggage rack where you could open a suitcase, so it was difficult to have two suitcases open at the same time. Another unusual issue was the height of the toilet. It was noticeably higher than a standard toilet, and for someone of average height, your feet may not comfortably reach the floor when sitting down. This was quite uncomfortable and honestly not something I’ve experienced at other hotels. Overall, the location is excellent, and this hotel is a good option if being centrally located is a priority."

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, breakfast was fabulous, staff was very helpful, location was ideal. Steps from Royal Mile, and short walk to train station/bus stop/tram stop. Highly recommend!"

YOTEL Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were very friendly and helpful and hotel was up to date and clean. We had a lovely stay."

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

8/10 Good

"The hotel was lovely, the location was excellent. We had a view of the castle out of our window! We used the pool and it was clean and a nice temperature. The only issue we had was the heat. The hotel was incredibly hot, the windows were not easy to open and didnt open more than a couple of cms. I believe this is a wider issue around the UK not just at this hotel but thats why I rated 4/5"

The Scotsman Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the location of this hotel. The staff were great and delicious breakfast to start your day. We went for dinner here one of the nights and the cocktails were amazing!"

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"This is a very (relatively) affordable place to stay. I did a social dinner that was fun. Sleeping in the big rooms in a pod was OK once I had the earplugs in, but since one must be quiet there is a vibe of "don't talk to me!" throughout the facility. Outside of the sleeping room, it is a youth hostel and has the energy and music that goes with that. The staff were great."

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Our room was a wee bit small but the view was beyond compare! Excellent location: Tram from the airport and Waverley Station right across the street for the LNER ride to London"

Stay Central

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, comfortable rooms. The bar next door was loud on Saturday night. Would recommend"

Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate

8/10 Good

"It was my first hostel experience and I thought it was great. The location is excellent, and the staff are very attentive. The only downsides (nothing that would stop me from returning) were the noise in the hallways and the bathroom, which could have been cleaner. But I highly recommend it."

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Real Mary King's Close

8.8/10 (471 reviews)

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Heart of Midlothian

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John Knox's Grave

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Charles II Statue

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Old Tolbooth

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St. Giles' Cathedral?

St. Giles' Cathedral 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 1569 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near St. Giles' Cathedral?

Adjacent to St. Giles' Cathedral, Apex Grassmarket Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection and YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton.

How many hotels will I be able to find near St. Giles' Cathedral?

Expedia has 1569 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from St. Giles' Cathedral.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St. Giles' Cathedral, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near St. Giles' Cathedral.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near St. Giles' Cathedral?

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What can I see and do near St. Giles' Cathedral?

National Museum of Scotland, Scotch Whisky Experience, and Museum on the Mound feature captivating exhibits. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Real Mary King's Close are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can check out the local talent at Festival Theatre, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, and Usher Hall.

How can I get to St. Giles' Cathedral?

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 near by St. Giles' Cathedral so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for St. Giles' Cathedral hotels

1. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

2. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

3. Stay Hush

4. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

5. The Resident Edinburgh

6. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

7. Eden Locke

8. Destiny Scotland - Broughton St Lofts

9. Haymarket Apartments

10. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

11. Meus Apartments

12. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

13. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

14. 100 Princes Street

15. Braid Apartments by Mansley

16. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

17. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

18. Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

19. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

20. Roomzzz Edinburgh

Compare popular hotels close to St. Giles' Cathedral

Top St. Giles' Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Market Street Hotel

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

YOTEL Edinburgh

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

The Scotsman Hotel

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Stay Central

Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate

Other attractions near St. Giles' Cathedral

Parliament House

Real Mary King's Close

Heart of Midlothian

John Knox's Grave

Charles II Statue

Old Tolbooth

City Chambers

David Hume's Statue

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