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

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and large windows.

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

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

1. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Broughton, 0.3 km from St James Quarter

Laura

AED 458

AED 577 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 bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a wooden ladder, and a bar counter.

2. The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.2 km from St James Quarter

Abdullah

AED 1,734

AED 2,184 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

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

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

A modern interior with yellow and black chairs, wooden tables, and a patterned rug.

3. Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from St James Quarter

Kirby

AED 580

AED 731 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A modern loft-style apartment with a kitchen, living area, and a staircase.

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

4. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

kimberly

AED 755

AED 951 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A room with a round table, two chairs, a red sofa, a small side table with books, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a coffee machine, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern interior with a sofa, dining table, chairs, kitchen area, and large windows offering a view.

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

5. Stay Hush

Holyrood, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

Nipa

AED 577

AED 726 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a hanging pendant light.

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

6. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

1 km from St James Quarter

"This was a beautiful apartment to stay in, with the perfect mix of historic charm and fresh, modern finishes. We did have a mix-up with our booking, as the room was reserved for three people but didn’t have a sleeping option for the third guest. However, reception responded quickly and made things right, which we really appreciated. Overall, we had a lovely stay and I would definitely stay here again."

Jennifer

AED 692

AED 871 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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

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.

7. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

Eevy

AED 2,020

AED 2,545 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 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.

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

8. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

Peter

AED 952

AED 1,199 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 historic building with the sign "Hotel du Vin & Bistro" indicating a restaurant and hotel.

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

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

9. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 1 km from St James Quarter

Kathleen

AED 812

AED 1,023 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

10. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from St James Quarter

Blake

AED 869

AED 1,095 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A Marshall speaker and a remote control on a wooden surface.

A modern bathroom with a white marble sink, a glass-enclosed shower, and a towel rack.

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

11. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

New Town, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

Abdulaziz

AED 571

AED 719 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 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 cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

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.

12. Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

New Town, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

Paola

AED 659

AED 831 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

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

13. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

Daniela

AED 725

AED 914 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 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 modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

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

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

14. Braid Apartments by Mansley

New Town, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

Margie Pecks

AED 610

AED 768 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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

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.

15. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

Joshua

AED 379

AED 478 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A spacious living room with a fireplace, two leather armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large mirror.

A grand staircase with ornate woodwork and a clock, leading to a room with patterned wallpaper and a framed painting.

A multi-story building with a traditional stone facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance with a wooden door.

16. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

New Town, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

George

AED 520

AED 655 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a store with shelves.

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

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

17. Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, < 0.1 km from St James Quarter

Sandra L

AED 583

AED 735 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 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.

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

New Town, 0.2 km from St James Quarter

Amy

AED 1,216

AED 1,532 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a fireplace. There are framed pictures on the walls and a chandelier above the bar.

A marble-floored hallway with a reception desk, framed artwork, and a staircase.

A building with a red door, numbered 24, and a sign for a gallery and bar gardens.

A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

19. 24 Royal Terrace

New Town, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

Ian

AED 557

AED 702 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hallway with a door leading to a balcony, a wall-mounted mirror, and a light fixture.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a bed with orange and white bedding, a kitchenette, and a dark door.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a coffee machine, and a microwave.

A historic building with multiple ground-floor establishments including 'The Doric Bar & Restaurant' and 'The Hebrides'.

20. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from St James Quarter

Susan

AED 629

AED 793 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to St James Quarter

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels	9.8 Exceptional 262 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Market Street Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,541 reviews	View
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh	9.8 Exceptional 860 reviews	View
Stay Hush	9.8 Exceptional 55 reviews	View

Top St James Quarter Hotel Reviews

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great room, brilliant staff, nice pool, excellent location. Would absolutely stay there again!"

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"10/10. I stayed from Oct 7-13 in a superior suite because I didn’t want to share my space. It was absolutely amazing. The hostel as a whole was clean, cute, and safe. As a female solo traveler, safety was my main priority and I felt secure throughout my whole stay. The room was cute with an amazing view of St Giles Cathedral. I didn’t venture to the common shared spaces because my itinerary was full but the areas I did visit like the cafe and bar, I enjoyed. The location was perfect. On the Royal Mile. Close to many shops and restaurants. I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend his hostel."

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel with an amazing view. Very central based and had a lovely restaurant. I was very lucky to be able to check in early and had an upgrade which made the experience even better with stunning views from the bay window. I will be looking to book again and would recommend to anyone new to the city or a returner."

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

8/10 Good

"Good stay - excellent spot right on the Royal Mile. Studio was a good size and so handy to have fridge, cooking facilities, iron and ironing board etc. Didn't realise whsn booking that the bed was actually a sofa bed and it was pretty comfortable so would probably look at a bigger apartment next time with a proper bed. The water pressure in the shower was also awful. Overall a decent stay, good facilities, great spot and discounted NCP parking."

Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"Staff was great. I didn’t like the view. We looked out on to an alley/loading zone Nick and Aley in the bar/ restaurant were WONDERFUL! Gabriel at the front desk, was super helpful and nice."

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, staff polite, extra requests health with brilliantly. Would highly recommend paying the extra to stay is this part of Edinburgh at this hotel"

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Great location for city center exploring & very close to Waverly Station for day trips exploring the area. Hotel staff were knowledgeable about the area and we used their expertise frequently."

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were all friendly and helpful. The room was very clean and tidy."

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

8/10 Good

"Excellent minimalist twin room. Breakfast was average."

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Multrees Walk

8.0/10 (1 review)

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can enjoy retail therapy at Multrees Walk. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

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Omni Centre Edinburgh

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can do some window-shopping at Omni Centre Edinburgh. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

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St Paul's and St George's Church

St Paul's and St George's Church is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.

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Sherlock Holmes Statue

Learn about the local history of Edinburgh with a stop at Sherlock Holmes Statue. Experience the area's lively festivals and entertainment choices.

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The Stand Comedy Club

You can make plans for a show at The Stand Comedy Club on your trip to Edinburgh.

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Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre

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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 1502 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, Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good options close by include Apex Grassmarket Hotel and YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton.

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

Expedia has 1502 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 Museum on the Mound. 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

1. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

2. The Balmoral Hotel

3. Market Street Hotel

4. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

5. Stay Hush

6. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

7. 100 Princes Street

8. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

9. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

10. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

11. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

12. Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

13. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

14. Braid Apartments by Mansley

15. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

16. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

17. Roomzzz Edinburgh

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

19. 24 Royal Terrace

20. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

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Top St James Quarter Hotel Reviews

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

Other attractions near St James Quarter

Waterloo Place

The Voodoo Rooms

Multrees Walk

Omni Centre Edinburgh

St Paul's and St George's Church

Sherlock Holmes Statue

The Stand Comedy Club

Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre

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