Hotels in Edinburgh – Some good recommended hotels
Edinburgh, the jewel of the north, should be on everyone’s travel itinerary if they spend more than a day or two in the UK. It is a city with a great history of history, entertainment and popular culture. It’s easy to get to – an airport is only 7/8 miles from the center and Prestwick is just 45 minutes by train.
After you have convinced him to visit, where should he stay?
Stay in the center. Most people just stay or spend the night like this. So if you want to get the most out of your stay, consider only downtown hotels. See below for a brief review of the hotels that have been personally reviewed and visited.
FIRST CLASS HOTELS IN EDINBURGH: If money isn’t an issue, we suggest the Edinburgh Sheraton has an outdoor infinity pool and full spa. There’s no comparable city hotel like it in the UK, while the Balmoral is hard to beat as Edinburgh’s iconic hotel, but the Scotsman and Glasshouse are good examples of new boutique hotels.
BUSINESS/LUXURY HOTELS:: A good place to start is with the well-known brands such as Hilton hotels, including the historic Caledonian, which has a special place in the hearts of Edinburgh’s people. Malmaison and Radisson hotels are also represented, but the local Scottish brands of Apex Hotels and MacDonald Hotels are just as good hotels, if not better. There are also some great “niche” hotels, the best of which is Channing’s Hotel. Holiday Inns are represented in Edinburgh but are not particularly well located.
GOOD QUALITY HOTELS:: The Paramount Carlton and Thistle hotels are good quality four star hotels that often have attractive prices. Jurys Inn and Premier Inn offer exceptional value in good locations, while the independent Ten Hill Place hotel has an excellent mix of style, location and value.
CHEAP AND CHEERFUL:: Juries and Premiers also have very competitive rates, while Express by Holiday Inns offer as always a consistent offer at a low price. The two- and three-star markets are represented by a large number of small, older-style hotels that have a patchy track record. The Frederick House Hotel is good for being central and Tailors Hall is good for groups.
OTHER OPTIONS:: There are some good self-catering options that are good value for small groups and families. Fountain Court has a number of central locations, but if you’re looking for more luxurious self-catering, look to the Fraser Suites and Edinburgh Residence. At the other end of the scale are some university accommodation in the form of Chancellor’s Court.