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4-star hotels in Edinburgh
This shortlist gathers 4-star hotels in Edinburgh, from aparthotels beside the Grassmarket to country-house spas out at Ingliston. It is for travellers who want a step up from the basics and a base that matches how they plan to spend their days in the city.
Staying in Edinburgh
Edinburgh packs a historic heart into a walkable centre. The Old Town runs along the Royal Mile between the Castle and Holyrood Palace, while the New Town is a Georgian grid of streets north of Princes Street, known for elegant architecture and shopping. Leith, the old port to the north-east, has its own hotels, restaurants and bars and is linked to the centre by frequent buses and the tram. Southside, south of the Royal Mile, takes in the University of Edinburgh and the Meadows.
These hotels sit across that spread. Market Street Hotel, Rabble on Frederick Street and InterContinental Edinburgh The George on George Street are within roughly 0.6 km of the centre, with Wilde Aparthotels on King's Stables Road and Ten Hill Place on Hill Place close behind. 24 Royal Terrace, The Rutland Hotel & Apartments on Rutland Street and RÌGH Residences George Street sit a little further out. Tynecastle Park Hotel, The Scholar, The Lane Hotel, Ard Na Said and Albion Terrace lie 1.8 to 2.7 km from the centre, and Norton House and Novotel Edinburgh Park serve the airport side. Couples, families, business travellers and short-break visitors all find something here.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Wilde Aparthotels Edinburgh Grassmarket
26 King's Stables Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Fitness Center
- Family rooms
Why stay hereWith a 4.8 guest rating from 1874 reviews and just 0.5 km from the centre, Wilde Aparthotels Edinburgh Grassmarket puts Grassmarket living within easy reach. Rooms come with kitchenettes, so self-caterers and longer-staying guests can cook rather than eat out every night. There is a fitness centre for workouts and a garden to unwind in, and family rooms plus a 24 hour front desk suit groups arriving at any hour.
See Wilde Aparthotels Edinburgh GrassmarketTynecastle Park Hotel
Mcleod Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereTynecastle Park Hotel earns its 4.9 rating across 230 reviews, a strong record for a 4-star base 2.7 km from the centre. Rooms are air conditioned and family rooms are available, with a restaurant and room service covering meals. Guests get bathrobes and slippers, and the 24 hour front desk plus wheelchair accessible facilities make arrivals and stays straightforward for couples and families alike.
See Tynecastle Park Hotel24 Royal Terrace
24 Royal Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereSet 1.2 km from the centre on Royal Terrace, this 4-star guesthouse-style hotel scores 4.8 from 284 reviews. A garden and terrace give guests outdoor space, while kitchen and kitchenette facilities in the rooms let visitors prepare their own meals. Breakfast can be served in the room, and the 24 hour front desk with concierge helps with plans; it suits travellers who want quiet residential surroundings near the centre.
See 24 Royal TerraceMarket Street Hotel
6 Market Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Best for: Step-free access
- Bar/Lounge
- Wheelchair accessible
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereMarket Street Hotel sits 0.1 km from the centre, the closest position on this list, and holds a 4.7 rating from 694 reviews. Air conditioning, a bar and lounge, and a restaurant cover comfort and dining, while the terrace adds somewhere to sit out. Bike and car rental services are on hand for exploring further, and express check-in plus a 24 hour front desk keep arrivals quick for city-break travellers.
See Market Street HotelThe Rutland Hotel & Apartments
1 3 Rutland Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Fitness Center
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereThe Rutland Hotel & Apartments combines hotel rooms with apartment-style kitchen and kitchenette facilities, 1.0 km from the centre. Its 4.7 rating comes from 399 reviews. Guests have a fitness centre and spa for downtime and a restaurant and bar for meals, and pets are allowed, so animal companions can join the trip. Air conditioning and family rooms round it out for couples and families wanting space.
See The Rutland Hotel & ApartmentsRabble
55A Frederick Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereRabble on Frederick Street is a 4-star base 0.6 km from the centre with a 4.7 rating from 398 reviews. Breakfast is available and can be brought to the room, and a restaurant and bar mean eating and drinking are handled on site. Parking is offered, which is useful for guests arriving by car, and the 24 hour front desk suits late arrivals exploring the city centre on foot.
See RabbleThe Scholar
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThe Scholar sits 1.8 km from the centre at Holyrood Park Road, rated 4.7 across 364 reviews. Free car parking and on-site parking make it convenient for drivers, and a garden gives guests outdoor space. Family rooms are available and pets are allowed, while a restaurant and room service cover meals. It suits families and pet owners who prefer a quieter setting within reach of the centre.
See The ScholarThe Lane Hotel
237 239 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Lane Hotel on Morningside Road is 2.7 km from the centre and scores 4.8 from 147 reviews. Air conditioning keeps rooms comfortable, and there is a restaurant and bar for meals and drinks. Parking is available for those driving, and free wifi with housekeeping cover the practical side. It suits guests who prefer a neighbourhood setting away from the busiest streets but still connected to the city.
See The Lane HotelArd Na Said
Priestfield Road 5, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereArd Na Said offers a 4.8 rating from 136 reviews at Priestfield Road, 2.3 km from the centre. Free car parking and on-site parking suit guests travelling by car, and a garden, patio and terrace give several places to sit outside. Balcony rooms add private outdoor space, and family rooms with sofa beds accommodate groups. It is a calm choice for drivers and families wanting grounds rather than a city-centre address.
See Ard Na SaidRÌGH Residences George Street
71 George Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Step-free access
- Lounge
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereRÌGH Residences George Street holds a 4.9 rating from 77 reviews and stands 0.6 km from the centre. These are apartment-style residences with kitchen and kitchenette, dishwasher and microwave, so guests can self-cater easily. Air conditioning, a terrace and balcony options add comfort, and family rooms suit groups. Express check-in, lifts and wheelchair accessible facilities make arrival and movement simple for longer city stays.
See RÌGH Residences George StreetTen Hill Place
10 Hill Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereTen Hill Place is 0.7 km from the centre with a 4.6 rating drawn from 1567 reviews. A fitness centre supports daily workouts and a restaurant with room service covers meals, with breakfast available in the room. Air conditioning keeps rooms comfortable, and express check-in plus a 24 hour front desk ease arrivals. Parking and a garage are offered, which helps guests bringing a car into the city.
See Ten Hill PlaceNorton House Hotel & Spa Edinburgh
Ingliston, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereNorton House Hotel & Spa Edinburgh is a 4-star country-house style stay 12.2 km from the centre, rated 4.6 from 1376 reviews. An indoor pool, sauna, jacuzzi and spa with massage give it a strong wellness focus. Free car parking and a garden add to the setting, and family rooms, a restaurant and room service make it workable for families. Pets are allowed, so it suits those travelling with animals.
See Norton House Hotel & Spa EdinburghAlbion Terrace
4 Albion Terrace Flat 7 Edinburgh Eh7 5Qx United Kingdom Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAlbion Terrace is an apartment-style 4-star option 1.9 km from the centre, with a 4.9 rating from 53 reviews. Kitchen facilities including a fridge and microwave let guests cook for themselves, and free car parking plus a garden add practicality and outdoor space. Free wifi and lifts are provided, and the flat layout suits small groups or longer stays wanting independence rather than hotel service.
See Albion TerraceNovotel Edinburgh Park
15 Lochside Avenue, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereNovotel Edinburgh Park sits 7.9 km from the centre and scores 4.5 across 3052 reviews, one of the largest review counts here. An indoor pool, sauna, gymnasium and fitness centre cover recreation, and a restaurant with room service handles meals. Family rooms and air conditioning suit groups, and free wifi plus a 24 hour front desk keep things easy. Parking is available for drivers.
See Novotel Edinburgh ParkInterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG
19 21 George Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereInterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG is 0.4 km from the centre and rated 4.5 from 2045 reviews. A fitness centre, bar and lounge, and restaurant give plenty on site, and pets are allowed. Bike and car rental services help guests explore beyond the immediate streets, while a business centre, concierge and 24 hour front desk serve both leisure and working travellers. Parking is available for those arriving by car.
See InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilde Aparthotels Edinburgh Grassmarket | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 1,874 | – | Yes | – | – | 0.5 km |
| Tynecastle Park Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 230 | – | Yes | – | – | 2.7 km |
| 24 Royal Terrace | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 284 | – | Yes | – | – | 1.2 km |
| Market Street Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 694 | – | – | – | – | 0.1 km |
| The Rutland Hotel & Apartments | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 399 | – | – | Yes | Yes | 1.0 km |
| Rabble | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 398 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.6 km |
| The Scholar | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 364 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 1.8 km |
| The Lane Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 147 | Yes | – | – | – | 2.7 km |
| Ard Na Said | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 136 | Yes | – | – | – | 2.3 km |
| RÌGH Residences George Street | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 77 | – | – | – | – | 0.6 km |
| Ten Hill Place | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 1,567 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.7 km |
| Norton House Hotel & Spa Edinburgh | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 1,376 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 12.2 km |
| Albion Terrace | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 53 | Yes | – | – | – | 1.9 km |
| Novotel Edinburgh Park | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 3,052 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 7.9 km |
| InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 2,045 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.4 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Family rooms appear at Wilde Aparthotels Edinburgh Grassmarket, Tynecastle Park Hotel, Norton House Hotel & Spa Edinburgh, Novotel Edinburgh Park and InterContinental Edinburgh The George. Several add kitchens or kitchenettes, so self-catering is possible: Wilde and the George Street residences cover everyday meals, while Norton House has an indoor pool and Novotel a gymnasium to keep children busy.
Wilde Aparthotels Edinburgh Grassmarket · Norton House Hotel & Spa Edinburgh · Novotel Edinburgh Park · InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG · Tynecastle Park Hotel
Closest to the centre
If sightseeing on foot matters most, Market Street Hotel is 0.1 km from the centre, InterContinental Edinburgh The George 0.4 km, Wilde Aparthotels 0.5 km, Rabble 0.6 km, RÌGH Residences George Street 0.6 km and Ten Hill Place 0.7 km. All six put the Royal Mile, Princes Street and Waverley station within an easy stroll.
Market Street Hotel · InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG · Wilde Aparthotels Edinburgh Grassmarket · Rabble · RÌGH Residences George Street · Ten Hill Place
Top guest ratings
Tynecastle Park Hotel and RÌGH Residences George Street lead the list at 4.9 out of 5, followed by Albion Terrace, Wilde Aparthotels Edinburgh Grassmarket, 24 Royal Terrace, The Lane Hotel and Ard Na Said at 4.8. Review counts differ widely, from 53 at Albion Terrace to 1874 at Wilde, so weigh both score and volume.
Tynecastle Park Hotel · RÌGH Residences George Street · Albion Terrace · Wilde Aparthotels Edinburgh Grassmarket · 24 Royal Terrace · The Lane Hotel
With parking
Drivers can look to Rabble, The Scholar, The Lane Hotel, Ard Na Said, Ten Hill Place, Norton House Hotel & Spa Edinburgh, Novotel Edinburgh Park, InterContinental Edinburgh The George and Albion Terrace, all of which list parking; several include free car parking. Norton House and Novotel sit on the airport side of the city, which suits arrivals by car.
Rabble · The Scholar · The Lane Hotel · Ard Na Said · Ten Hill Place · Norton House Hotel & Spa Edinburgh
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre?
Market Street Hotel is 0.1 km from the centre, the shortest distance on this list. InterContinental Edinburgh The George follows at 0.4 km, Wilde Aparthotels Edinburgh Grassmarket at 0.5 km, and Rabble and RÌGH Residences George Street at 0.6 km each.
Which hotels have a pool or spa?
Norton House Hotel & Spa Edinburgh lists an indoor pool, spa, sauna, jacuzzi and massage. Novotel Edinburgh Park also has an indoor pool and sauna. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments lists a spa and fitness centre.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
The Rutland Hotel & Apartments, The Scholar, Norton House Hotel & Spa Edinburgh and InterContinental Edinburgh The George all list pets allowed. If you are travelling with a dog, those four are the ones to check first.
Which hotels have parking?
Rabble, The Scholar, The Lane Hotel, Ard Na Said, Ten Hill Place, Norton House Hotel & Spa Edinburgh, Novotel Edinburgh Park, InterContinental Edinburgh The George and Albion Terrace all list parking. The Scholar, Ard Na Said, Norton House and Albion Terrace include free car parking.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this list?
Tynecastle Park Hotel and RÌGH Residences George Street share the highest guest rating at 4.9 out of 5, from 230 and 77 reviews respectively. Albion Terrace, Wilde Aparthotels Edinburgh Grassmarket, 24 Royal Terrace, The Lane Hotel and Ard Na Said follow at 4.8.
Which hotels are best for families?
Wilde Aparthotels Edinburgh Grassmarket, Tynecastle Park Hotel, Norton House Hotel & Spa Edinburgh, Novotel Edinburgh Park and InterContinental Edinburgh The George all list family rooms. Wilde adds kitchen and kitchenette facilities, and RÌGH Residences George Street also offers family rooms with a kitchen.
Which hotels have restaurants or bars?
Most on this list do: Wilde Aparthotels, Tynecastle Park Hotel, 24 Royal Terrace, Market Street Hotel, The Rutland Hotel & Apartments, Rabble, The Scholar, The Lane Hotel, Ten Hill Place, Norton House, Novotel Edinburgh Park, Albion Terrace and InterContinental Edinburgh The George all list restaurant or bar facilities.
Are there hotels with kitchens for longer stays?
Wilde Aparthotels Edinburgh Grassmarket, 24 Royal Terrace, The Rutland Hotel & Apartments and RÌGH Residences George Street list kitchen and kitchenette facilities. Wilde adds an oven, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator and toaster, which suits guests cooking for themselves.