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Our top choices for Edinburgh Fringe Festival hotels

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1. Market Street Hotel

Market Street Hotel
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,453 reviews)
"Great location and staff very friendly."
United States
Tampa
The price is £319
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Market Street Hotel
3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

2. The Balmoral Hotel

The Balmoral Hotel
5.0 star property
New Town, 0.5 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Highly recommend for who loves the Old Town vibe!"
Vietnam
NHU PHUC
The price is £693
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Balmoral Hotel
Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment | Living room | Flat-screen TV

3. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
5.0 star property
0.8 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (169 reviews)
"We loved staying at the foot of the Royal Mile and next to Holyrood. The apartment was very well appointed with beautiful decor. Would definitely stay again."
Canada
Andrea
The price is £353
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
Property amenity

4. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, < 0.1 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, nice hotel"
United States
OZAN
The price is £237
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
Townhouse Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe

5. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
5.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"The best thing about the hotel is the location and the helpful, friendly staff. The rooms are so good also highly recommended"
United Kingdom
Hamad
The price is £473
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
Hallway

6. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge
4.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (875 reviews)
"Great rooms, & location."
Australia
Jason
The price is £203
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge
Superior 2 Bed Apartment with Balcony | Balcony view

7. Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (198 reviews)
"Location was amazing! In between two pubs and right on the Royal Mile! Super easy check in and appreciated the luggage storage area."
United States
Lisa
The price is £335
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence
Lobby lounge

8. 100 Princes Street

100 Princes Street
4.5 star property
New Town, 0.6 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (69 reviews)
"Excellent in every way!"
United States
Kathleen
The price is £632
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
100 Princes Street
Rooftop terrace

9. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
5.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,479 reviews)
"Really great spot, clean and staff were great!"
Canada
Aaron
The price is £355
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, City View | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

10. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy
3.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"We were right in the center of it all. Fantastic!"
United States
Susan
The price is £507
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

11. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
4.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.4 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Best location, nice space, good breakfast. Would stay again!"
United States
Stephanie
The price is £220
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
Exterior

12. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive
4.0 star property
Southside, 0.2 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location, super friendly staff, would stay again."
United Kingdom
Kara
The price is £174
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive
Vantage Studio with Balcony and View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

13. Roomzzz Edinburgh

Roomzzz Edinburgh
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.6 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (382 reviews)
"Great location especially if you are doing tours from the city."
United States
Suzanne
The price is £272
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Roomzzz Edinburgh
Suite, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh
5.0 star property
New Town, 0.6 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (789 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and well maintained."
United States
samira
The price is £457
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh
Club Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

15. Malmaison Edinburgh City

Malmaison Edinburgh City
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.6 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room , excellent location"
United States
Dania
The price is £210
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Malmaison Edinburgh City
Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

16. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments
3.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (278 reviews)
"Extremely clean and well-appointed! Perfect location."
United States
Lisa
The price is £243
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (second room open studio) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

17. Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments
3.5 star property
New Town, 0.7 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (231 reviews)
"Lucy was great to work with. They have a place to store your luggage when apartment is not ready. Great location. Easy walking"
Canada
Susanne
The price is £211
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View | View from room

18. Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments

Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments
4.0 star property
New Town, 0.5 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (296 reviews)
"We loved the location as it was central to all the activities we had planned. The room was very well equipped with everything one would need for a few days in the city."
Canada
Kim
The price is £239
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments
Luxury Apartment, City View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe

19. 33 Castle Terrace

33 Castle Terrace
Tollcross, 0.5 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (113 reviews)
"Brilliant little apartment, perfect for us and our pooch and close to everything. Would definitely book again! Only issue was when trying to use the coffee machine we couldn’t get it to work for us, but possibly user error there!"
United Kingdom
Shelbie
The price is £248
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
33 Castle Terrace
Exterior

20. ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square

ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square
3.0 star property
New Town, 0.6 mi from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, nice breakfast."
United Kingdom
Ben
The price is £225
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square
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Compare popular hotels close to Edinburgh Fringe Festival

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Champagne bar
Market Street Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,453 reviews
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3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served
The Balmoral Hotel
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
View
Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment | Living room | Flat-screen TV
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
169 reviews
View
Property amenity
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
Townhouse Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe
Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View

Top Edinburgh Fringe Festival Hotel Reviews

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

8/10 Good
"Cleaning staff slams doors very early in the morning."
ann 3-night trip
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ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

Other attractions near Edinburgh Fringe Festival

National Museum of Scotland

9.4/10 (1,930 reviews)
Science, nature, history and culture come together in this spectacular museum, which celebrates learning about the world and all its wonders.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Edinburgh Fringe Festival?
Edinburgh Fringe Festival is located in Edinburgh. This historic area is known for its array of dining options and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 1406 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Edinburgh Fringe Festival?
Adjacent to Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Apex Grassmarket Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good options close by include CODE - The Court, Edinburgh and Hilton Edinburgh Carlton.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Edinburgh Fringe Festival?
Expedia has 1406 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Edinburgh Fringe Festival, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
What can I see and do near Edinburgh Fringe Festival?
National Museum of Scotland, Scotch Whisky Experience and Surgeon's Hall feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Old Tolbooth are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can catch a show at Festival Theatre, Queen's Hall and Usher Hall.
How can I get to Edinburgh Fringe Festival?
To venture out into the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Edinburgh Waverley Station or Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station). There might not be many public transport options to choose from near to Edinburgh Fringe Festival so consider renting a car to see more of the area.