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A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative clock.
A spacious dining area with high ceilings, ornate moldings, and a chandelier. Tables are set with blue chairs and potted plants.
A staircase with a chandelier and a framed picture of trees.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a seating area with round tables and chairs.

1. The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
West End
United Kingdom
Derek
£278
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
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 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.

2. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Old Town Edinburgh
United States
Kerry
£315
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
A modern indoor pool with a curved glass wall, wooden paneling, and a blue-lit floor.
A spacious lobby with patterned sofas, ottomans, and a dining area with uniquely designed chairs.
A modern building with a curved glass facade and a dome structure in the background.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a chandelier, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

3. Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh

Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh
Tollcross
Canada
DAVID
£234
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh
A balcony with two leather chairs, a glass coffee table, and a view of a cityscape.
A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a round table, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.
A modern, multi-story building with a circular design, featuring a prominent 'W' logo at the entrance.
A rooftop terrace with a view of historic buildings, including a clock tower. There are potted plants, a sofa, and a round table.

4. W Edinburgh

W Edinburgh
Edinburgh City Centre
United States
Rachel
£347
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
W Edinburgh
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 historic building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with steps.
A room with a large window, a fireplace, and a chair with a cushion.
A modern indoor seating area with two chairs and a round table, surrounded by potted plants and a glass ceiling.

5. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
Edinburgh City Centre
Canada
Jennifer
£251
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
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 restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a view of the outdoors.
A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a wooden ladder, and a bar counter.

6. The Balmoral Hotel

The Balmoral Hotel
Edinburgh City Centre
Vietnam
NHU PHUC
£672
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The Balmoral Hotel
A building with a dome and a castle-like structure on a hill.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A wedding ceremony with a white floral arch and guests seated on wooden chairs.
A modern building with large glass windows, outdoor seating with chairs and tables, and a well-maintained lawn.

7. The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection

The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection
Edinburgh City Centre
United Kingdom
Sheena
£249
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection
A formal dining room with a chandelier, blue upholstered chairs, and a wooden table.
A room with a round glass table, two upholstered chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of a tree and buildings through large windows.
A bar area with red leather seating, blue ottomans, and a patterned carpet.
A grand staircase with ornate woodwork, a chandelier, and patterned wallpaper.

8. The Bonham Hotel

The Bonham Hotel
West End
United States
JOan
£229
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Bonham Hotel
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 dining table set for two with a view of a building through a window.
A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a chair, and a stone wall backdrop.

9. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
Old Town Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Rory
£357
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
A swimming pool with a tiled deck and a wooden fence in the background.
A large, historic building with multiple stories and a prominent entrance, situated on a green field with a clear sky.
A dining room with a large wooden table, six chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A golf course with a view of a distant island, a brick patio with metal tables and chairs, and a well-maintained lawn.

10. Marine North Berwick

Marine North Berwick
North Berwick
United Kingdom
DEREK
£269
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Marine North Berwick
A large, illuminated ship docked at a port with a building in the background.
A bar area with a marble countertop, various glassware, and bottles.
A deck with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of the water and buildings.
A dining area with a staircase, potted plants, and a table set for a meal.

11. Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel

Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel
Leith
United Kingdom
Simon
£335
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel
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 bar area with a wine rack, seating, and decorative elements.
A luxurious bedroom with a large bed, a tray of liquor bottles, and candle holders.

12. 100 Princes Street

100 Princes Street
Edinburgh City Centre
Canada
Derek
£510
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
100 Princes Street
A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a view of a clock tower, and distant mountains.
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.
A lobby with a checkered floor, a central seating area, and a large painting on the back wall.
A grand, circular staircase with intricate geometric patterns on the walls and floor, leading to an upper level.

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

The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh
Edinburgh City Centre
United States
Amy
£366
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh
A bar area with stools, shelves of bottles, and a patterned wall.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a vase with flowers.
A bar area with multiple clear glass bottles with blue caps, a white bowl, and a person in the background.
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, seating areas, a reception desk, and large windows with sheer curtains.

14. Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Chirag
£88
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
A bathroom with a freestanding copper bathtub, large windows with curtains, and a view of a building outside.
A historic building with a prominent corner turret, large windows, and a well-maintained garden with various shrubs and flowers.
A formal dining room with a long table set for a meal, flanked by high-backed chairs and a cushioned bench.
A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a dresser, a mirror, a lamp, and a telephone.

15. The Roseate Edinburgh

The Roseate Edinburgh
Haymarket
United States
Michael
£213
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Roseate Edinburgh
A luxurious lobby with a central bar, ornate ceiling, and classical architecture.
A grand staircase with ornate railings, a chandelier, and stained glass windows.
A luxurious lobby with a marble reception desk, a bar area with stools, and a patterned floor.
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, large windows with a view of buildings, and potted plants.

16. Gleneagles Townhouse

Gleneagles Townhouse
Edinburgh City Centre
£625
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Gleneagles Townhouse
A richly decorated room with ornate furniture, a fireplace, and a variety of decorative items including a trunk, lamps, and a chandelier.
A richly decorated room with ornate furniture, including a sofa set, armchairs, and a coffee table, with a large mirror and decorative lamps.
A large, white building with multiple windows and a central entrance.
A pathway lined with conical topiary trees leading to a building with a traditional stone facade.

17. Prestonfield House

Prestonfield House
Prestonfield
Canada
Daniel
£450
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Prestonfield House
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.
A historic building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a clock on the wall.
A neatly made bed with a dark headboard, a bedside table with a drawer, and a window with blinds.

18. Destiny Scotland - Distillers House

Destiny Scotland - Distillers House
West End
United States
Lyndon
£216
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Destiny Scotland - Distillers House
A building entrance with a red door labeled "SIX BRUNTON PLACE".
A cozy living room with a fireplace, two lamps, a statue, and a sofa.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with a vase of flowers, a painting on the wall, and a floor lamp.
A grand staircase with a mirror, candle sconces, and a patterned carpet leading to a room with a painting on the wall.

19. Six Brunton Place

Six Brunton Place
Leith
United States
Grace
£204
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Six Brunton Place
A modern living room with a blue sofa, wooden coffee table, and a stone wall.
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.
A historic building with multiple windows and doors, a stone facade, and a traditional architectural style.

20. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
Abbeyhill
United States
Benton
£257
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
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includes taxes & fees
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A historic monument with columns, a cityscape with various buildings, and a clear blue sky.

Top Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful hotel. The location was perfect. The staff members were all friendly and helpful. The room was clean and well appointed."
Ricky 3-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh

Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent
"Easy checkin . Hotel is beautiful with tons of amenities in hotel. Had room with view of Edinburgh Castle which was beautiful ! Spacious room- breakfast was amazing with both hot and cold options. We had a car and paid minimal fee for parking. Hotel located in heart of downtown Edinburgh"
Janette 2-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh

Find out more about Edinburgh

Pocket Guide: 5 Stars Hotels in Edinburgh

Edinburgh is a city of undeniable character and historic importance. Travellers arrive 365 days a year to visit the city’s landmarks, take part in its many festivals and experience authentic Scottish culture. It has a number of exquisite 5 star hotels for those looking to make their stay extra special.

City Centre Attractions

Whether you are walking up the famous Royal Mile towards Edinburgh Castle or strolling through rows of townhouses and secluded parks in the Georgian New Town, Edinburgh will delight and surprise you. Stay in style at one of the city’s luxury hotels as you explore the famous streets and attractions of the Scottish capital.

Like Edinburgh born author Robert Louis Stevenson’s famous novel Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, the iconic centre of Edinburgh has two distinct sides. The difference here being that both the Old and the New Town are absolutely lovely.

Old and New

Containing magnificent buildings like Edinburgh Castle, St Giles Cathedral and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh’s Old Town has preserved much of its medieval street plan, giving it an antique feel.

Often considered a masterpiece of city planning, construction of Edinburgh’s New Town began at the end of the 18th Century. Cultural highlights include the Scottish National Portrait Gallery on Queen Street and the Royal Botanic Gardens on Arboretum Place.

For an unforgettable luxury city break, book yourself a 5 star accommodation in Edinburgh.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in Edinburgh?
Prepare for 5-star pampering at InterContinental Edinburgh The George, an IHG Hotel, Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh or Cheval The Edinburgh Grand. These are some of the most popular retreats in Edinburgh based on Expedia traveller reviews. Choose one and enjoy a taste of the high life!
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in Edinburgh?
The amount you pay for a 5-star hotel in Edinburgh can vary according to what time of year you travel and how long you plan to be away, among a range of factors. Use our price per night filter and other search tools to land the best rate on a high-end stay.
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Edinburgh?
In Edinburgh, a hotel needs to offer a specific amount of upscale amenities to earn a 5-star rating. These may include gourmet restaurants, on-site gyms, saunas and spas, premium bedding, luxury toiletries and more. What also sets 5-star hotels apart is their guest-centric standard of service. You'll enjoy things like concierge services, in-room massages and nightly turn-down services. Some may even offer extra touches like a welcome gift.

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