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

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

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

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

1. Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from St James Quarter

Michael

AED 582

AED 734 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A room with a window overlooking a balcony and a cityscape.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, a coffee maker, and a wall-mounted light.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a television, and a chair.

A person holding a glass of Guinness beer and a sandwich with visible lettuce and sauce.

2. Stay Hush

Holyrood, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

Nipa

AED 555

AED 699 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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.

3. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

kimberly

AED 784

AED 988 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A historic building with a prominent clock tower, large windows, and a formal entrance.

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

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.

4. The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.2 km from St James Quarter

Abdullah

AED 1,740

AED 2,192 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

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

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

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

5. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

Eevy

AED 1,582

AED 1,993 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

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

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

6. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Broughton, 0.3 km from St James Quarter

Jeffrey

AED 439

AED 553 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 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 restaurant interior with stone walls, hanging light fixtures, and bar area with shelves of bottles.

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.

7. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

Peter

AED 955

AED 1,204 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A historic building with multiple storefronts, including a whisky shop and a restaurant.

A view of a historic building with a prominent clock tower and a flag, seen through a window with a curtain.

A room with a large window, a bathtub, a chair, and a bedside table.

A building entrance with a sign reading "Linton Collection No 28".

8. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from St James Quarter

Danielle

AED 531

AED 668 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

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

9. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from St James Quarter

Blake

AED 872

AED 1,099 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 modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

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

10. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

New Town, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

Abdulaziz

AED 573

AED 722 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

11. Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

New Town, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

Kathleen

AED 597

AED 752 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

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.

12. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

Jeanne

AED 694

AED 875 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern loft with a high ceiling, exposed stone arches, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, a staircase with a metal railing, and white cabinets.

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and an arched doorway leading to a bathroom.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a tiled floor, and a visible towel rack.

13. Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

Diana

AED 816

AED 1,029 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 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 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.

14. Braid Apartments by Mansley

New Town, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

Josh

AED 577

AED 727 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

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.

A four-poster bed with a view of the city, a fireplace, and a television in a hotel room.

15. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

New Town, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

George

AED 452

AED 569 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

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

16. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

Joshua

AED 359

AED 452 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a city view.

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a television, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a glass-top dining table, and a view of the city through a large window.

17. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

Susan

AED 904

AED 2,345 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

A bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and a large painting on the wall.

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

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.

18. 24 Royal Terrace

New Town, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

Ian

AED 617

AED 778 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 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.

19. Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, < 0.1 km from St James Quarter

David

AED 659

AED 830 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A large, historic building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

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

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

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

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

New Town, 0.2 km from St James Quarter

Amy

AED 1,113

AED 1,403 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to St James Quarter

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Market Street Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,557 reviews	View
Stay Hush	9.8 Exceptional 60 reviews	View
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh	9.8 Exceptional 868 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
100 Princes Street	9.8 Exceptional 78 reviews	View

Top St James Quarter Hotel Reviews

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

10/10 Excellent

"The location was perfect for us, we didn’t have a car but used public transport that was easily accessible. We would often walk the Royal Mile which was literally on our doorstep. We would definitely stay here again."

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"It was my first time staying in a hostel, and I was pleasantly surprised at how nice this property was. The pods were quite comfortable, and the bathrooms were clean. The restaurant in the front area was very good. The location was absolutely amazing! Located right on the Royal Mile in a quiet back corner. Would stay here again and recommend it to others!"

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel right downtown, close to airport tram station and airport bus. Also close to train station. Rooms have been updated as well as dinning room. I would recommend and I would stay here again."

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Impecável. Localização incrível, café da manhã delicioso, staff educada e quarto extremamente confortável."

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

8/10 Good

"The location of the hotel was very good for access to the railroad. Our room, while adequate, had no natural light. Each window looked out on a very close by building. The lobby area was nice for relaxing, but chilly. The neighborhood is hilly, but has lots of options for food and shopping."

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

8/10 Good

"Very friendly staff. Nice enough rooms, except I really disliked the shower layout because the whole bathroom got wet. The sauna was nice but pool was rather cold. Great location and would for sure stay here again!"

Roomzzz Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was incredibly nice and helpful. Room was spacious and clean. Great shower."

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

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

Old Waverley Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Centrally located"

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8.0/10 (1 review)

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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. Market Street Hotel

2. Stay Hush

3. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

4. The Balmoral Hotel

5. 100 Princes Street

6. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

7. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

8. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

9. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

10. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

11. Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

12. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

13. Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts

14. Braid Apartments by Mansley

15. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

16. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

17. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

18. 24 Royal Terrace

19. Roomzzz Edinburgh

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

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Top St James Quarter Hotel Reviews

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Roomzzz Edinburgh

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Old Waverley Hotel

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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