Title: Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Hostel with a restaurant, 5-minute walk to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre ![Daily self-service breakfast for a fee](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1860000/1854000/1853988/7d5e09bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1860000/1854000/1853988/e4067aaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1860000/1854000/1853988/9d17b3c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1860000/1854000/1853988/f4a1c0b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1860000/1854000/1853988/d22b0a04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in central Edinburgh, this youth hostel is a short walk from Princes Street and the Royal Mile. Relax with coffee in the lobby or enjoy the arcade/game room. Free in-room WiFi is available, and guests love its convenient city location. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Bar - Breakfast available - Laundry - 24/7 front desk - Free WiFi £74 includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 20 - Nov 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=1853988&PinnedHotelID=1853988&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=1853988&PinnedHotelID=1853988&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 21 - Nov 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=1853988&PinnedHotelID=1853988&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=1853988&PinnedHotelID=1853988&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=1853988&PinnedHotelID=1853988&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=1853988&PinnedHotelID=1853988&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=1853988&PinnedHotelID=1853988&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=1853988&PinnedHotelID=1853988&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 9 of 9 rooms ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1860000/1854000/1853988/1d02840e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite ### Highlights Heating Fridge Private bathroom Oven Shared/communal kitchen Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Beds ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1860000/1854000/1853988/e7136995.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Ensuite ### Highlights Heating Fridge Private bathroom Oven Shared/communal kitchen Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils - Sleeps 6 - 6 Single Beds ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1860000/1854000/1853988/1d02840e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory (Male) ### Highlights Heating Fridge Private bathroom Oven Shared/communal kitchen Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1860000/1854000/1853988/e7136995.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory (Female) 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Fridge Private bathroom Oven Shared/communal kitchen Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1860000/1854000/1853988/96fb7e10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room, Ensuite 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Fridge Private bathroom Oven Shared/communal kitchen Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1860000/1854000/1853988/1d02840e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Triple Room, Ensuite 7.0 Good 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Fridge Private bathroom Oven Shared/communal kitchen Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Beds ![Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1860000/1854000/1853988/08bb81eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Ensuite 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Fridge Private bathroom Oven Shared/communal kitchen Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Ensuite | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1860000/1854000/1853988/823954d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Ensuite 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Fridge Private bathroom Oven Shared/communal kitchen Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Standard Triple Room, Ensuite | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1860000/1854000/1853988/8a760d00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Triple Room, Ensuite 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Fridge Private bathroom Oven Shared/communal kitchen Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-Edinburgh-Central-Youth-Hostel.h1853988.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-Edinburgh-Central-Youth-Hostel.h1853988.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.95967%2C-3.18317&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vcrBgXCR8ceMsejsmQGGV9NSsSs=) 9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH7 4AL #### What's nearby - Calton Hill - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles - Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles - Omni Centre Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles - Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Royal Mile - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles #### Getting around - Balfour Street Tram Stop - 9 min walk - Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 12 min walk - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Santu Coffee Roastery - ‬5 min walk - ‪Down the Hatch - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Joker & the Thief - ‬2 min walk - ‪Not Just Coffee - ‬3 min walk - ‪Spry - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Hostel near Princes Street Close to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Royal Mile, Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel provides a coffee shop/cafe, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Self-service breakfast (surcharge), meeting rooms and luggage storage - A 24-hour front desk, a lift and coffee/tea in reception Room features All 271 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi. 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A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Arcade/game room ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Assistive listening devices - Bathroom emergency pull cord - Lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Oven - Refrigerator - Shared kitchen access ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age - 16 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for self-service breakfast: approximately GBP 5.95 to 10.50 for adults and GBP 5.95 to 9.50 for children - Towels fee: GBP 3.00 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties ### National rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland. ### Property is also known as Edinburgh Central Hostel Edinburgh Central Youth SYHA Edinburgh Central Hostel Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Edinburgh Central Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Scotland Edinburgh Central Youth Hotel Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Scotland Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Edinburgh Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel? > As of 20 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel on 23 Nov 2025 start from £73.50, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Edinburgh-Central-Youth-Hostel.h1853988.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel located? > Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Princes Street and George Street. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 1 mile (2 km). Balfour Street Tram Stop is 9 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 12 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 87 8 - Good 73 6 - Okay 28 4 - Poor 8 2 - Terrible 4 ### 8.4/10 Cleanliness ### 8.8/10 Staff & service ### 8.8/10 Amenities ### 8.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven 1 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great people and service. Clean and safe. ##### Steven Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tyler 31 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It's a youth hostel, so expect some loud kids, but beyond that it was a pleasant first glimpse into Edinburgh. Close enough to walk to the Royal Mile and by trams if not ##### Tyler Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann-Maree 2 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Well worth it, tram from airport each access, laundry, breakfast and free kitchen is fantastic Will stay again ##### Ann-Maree Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zelita 4 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very well located and friendly staff ##### Zelita Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Xochitl 22 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was very easy to arrive, public transport is 2 min walking distance, facilities are good, mattress, linen and towels were clean and staff is friendly (just not the girl that speaks Spanish, she is a little bit rude). ##### Xochitl Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ross 2 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Staff were polite and very helpful. ##### Ross Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### cc 25 Aug 2025 Very noisy ##### cc Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma 19 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good facilities, short walk into Edinburgh old town. Lots of shops surrounding, lovely staff ##### Emma Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liang Miguel 6 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities good location ##### Liang Miguel Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Sarah 23 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff was very kind and accommodating ##### Sarah Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate 17 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfect for our one night stay in Edinburgh. Clean, comfortable and convenient. ##### Kate Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jillian 14 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was a great two nights staying in the female dorm. The road is a little noisy but everything else was great! Would stay again. ##### Jillian Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natasha Meutia 9 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Had standard ensuite room, nice and spacious ##### Natasha Meutia Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### P S 23 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great value Can't fault it. Staff are so lovely. ##### P S Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erik 28 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was a great place to stay and in a great location being a 10 min walk from old town. I would recommend this place to everyone. The only thing to complain about was the price was a little high for a hostel but everywhere in Edinburgh is expensive to stay. ##### Erik Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anja 27 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice Hotel. The Room was big enough. The Hotel Staff helped us. It´s only some meters to the City Center. The scottish breakfast was very nice. ##### Anja Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Adetola 30 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Safe ##### Adetola Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan 25 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great room layout for a family ##### Alan Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine 3 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Comfy and basic Beds were comfy and rooms were clean, perfect for a one night stay if you're not looking for any too fancy. Communal areas were comfortable too and they have a room with a ping-pong table etc. ##### Catherine Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yan 11 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I enjoy every time I use youth hostels in Scotland. They are affordable with nice and modern decor. The Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel was just what we needed for a weekend break, just minutes away from the city center, restaurants and shops. Plenty of parking and this is free on weekends. Staff were very nice and excellent customer service. Would definitely come back. ##### Yan Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gillian 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Just the job Just needed a clean, safe room for the night - met three other ladies, nice chat. Good sleep. Perfect ##### Gillian Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sally 7 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Room is clean, window was cracked open (3rd floor). Laundry facilities available & working, location is very good. Intended to drop off luggage & they let us check in an hour early! ##### Sally Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Shufen 20 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Staff were very nice and the room was very clean. But the free Wi-Fi connection was terrible, on and off. The speed without Wi-Fi was also slow for some reason, in the lobby and in our room. ##### Shufen Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 20 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Clean enough . Very loud doors when they shut so kept up by loud neighbours at times . Could do with a bit of renovation. Overall was alright place. Bed comfortable. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann 22 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### better than a hotel I stayed in I have stayed at this hostel many times but always before with other people-= so it was especially great to have a room to myself - with everything you could need for a comfortable stay. The buffet breakfast was good and coffee was too .The last time i stayed the road outside was being converted for the tram lines-but now that the tram runs almost to the door from Waverley station and the airport it is excellent. The room was clean modern and a lot better than the hotel I stayed in for the rest of my holiday near Loch Lomond. I will be back but for a longer stay next time ##### Ann Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Maitlandfield House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Maitlandfield-House-Hotel.h521393.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Marten, Dunbar by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Pine-Marten-By-Marstons-Inns.h33726162.Hotel-Information) > > [Greywalls Hotel and Chez Roux](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Greywalls-Hotel-And-Chez-Roux.h3620007.Hotel-Information) > > [Champany Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Champany-Inn.h11900697.Hotel-Information) > > [Norton House Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Norton-House-Hotel-Spa.h15468.Hotel-Information) > > [The Linton Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Linton-Hotel.h6412417.Hotel-Information) > > [The Lodge at Craigielaw](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Lodge-At-Craigielaw.h7228882.Hotel-Information) > > [Bayswell Park Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Bayswell-Park-Hotel.h6058336.Hotel-Information) > > [No.12 Hotel & Bistro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-No12-Hotel-Bistro.h9774602.Hotel-Information) > > [The Juniperlea Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Juniperlea-Inn.h42663266.Hotel-Information) > > [Chain Runner, Livingston by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Chain-Runner.h33107140.Hotel-Information) > > [The Craigie](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Craigie.h21441355.Hotel-Information) > > [Macdonald Houstoun House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Macdonald-Houstoun-House.h18529.Hotel-Information) > > [Livingston Lodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Livingston-Lodge-Hotel.h7071890.Hotel-Information) > > [The Crown & Kitchen](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Crown-Kitchen.h11025831.Hotel-Information) > > [Court Residence](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Court-Residence.h13525405.Hotel-Information) > > [Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Dalhousie-Castle-Hotel-Spa.h552253.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Livingston Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Mercure-Livingston-Hotel.h519403.Hotel-Information) > > [Bankton House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Bankton-House-Hotel.h6808877.Hotel-Information) > > [The Balerno Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Balerno-Inn.h41970405.Hotel-Information) > > [Melville Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Melville-Castle.h70096143.Hotel-Information) > > [Orocco Pier](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Orocco-Pier.h10411747.Hotel-Information) > > [Williamscraig Holiday Cottages](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Williamscraig-Holiday-Cottages.h27276440.Hotel-Information) > > [Marine North Berwick](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Marine-Spa-North-Berwick.h17968.Hotel-Information) > > [The Folly Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Folly-Hotel.h30654361.Hotel-Information) > > [The Gables](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Gables.h23071835.Hotel-Information) > > [Dakota Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Dakota-Edinburgh.h1625694.Hotel-Information) ### Packages > [Victoria Falls Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Victoria-Falls.d3699.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Kraków Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Krakow.d6035306.Holidays-City-Breaks)