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Five-Star Hotels in Edinburgh

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Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Hotel in Old Town, Edinburgh

Well set in Edinburgh, Virgin Hotels Edinburgh provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a shared lounge. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service.

L
Lisa
From
United States
The room was phenomenal, couldn’t fault it. I added a birthday package and it was done up so nicely!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5,790 reviews
Price from
US$375.76
1 night, 2 adults

The Balmoral Hotel

Hotel in Old Town, Edinburgh

Located on Princes Street, The Balmoral has a 4 AA Rosette restaurant, a pool and a gym. Waverley Station and Edinburgh's main shopping area are within 5 minutes' walk.

E
Estelle
From
Switzerland
Almost everything, perfect location, delicious breakfast and we will come back
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,091 reviews
Price from
US$512.40
1 night, 2 adults

The Bonham

Hotel in West End, Edinburgh

Situated in Edinburgh's West End, The Bonham Hotel is a Victorian town house. Majority of the bedrooms have a city view.

A
Ana Izvorska
From
Bulgaria
The Bonham is outstanding in every regards, we enjoyed our stay there enormously. It is worth every penny.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,493 reviews
Price from
US$193.46
1 night, 2 adults

Gleneagles Townhouse

Hotel in New Town, Edinburgh

Gleneagles Townhouse features a fitness centre, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Edinburgh.

W
Wietske
From
Switzerland
Absolutely amazing breakfast! Very beautifully decorated hotel. Absolutely adored the bathroom.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 560 reviews
Price from
US$518.97
1 night, 2 adults

21212

Hotel in Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh

Featuring a shared lounge, a restaurant as well as a bar, 21212 is located in the centre of Edinburgh, less than 1 km from Edinburgh Waverley station. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi.

j
juan
From
Spain
Staff, breakfast, hotel and surroundings
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 431 reviews
Price from
US$387.59
1 night, 2 adults

The Witchery by the Castle

Hotel in Old Town, Edinburgh

The Witchery by the Castle offers a range of opulent suites in Edinburgh, each one unique with its own special features.

J
Jean-Mari
From
South Africa
Everything was absolutely exceptional and in perfect condition. The attention to detail is astounding and the service was amazing. Perfect location. Felt like stepping back in time yet with modern facilities. Cannot wait to return!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
Price from
US$821.16
1 night, 2 adults

Prestonfield House

Hotel in Newington, Edinburgh

This luxurious 5-star retreat has a fine-dining restaurant and romantic bedrooms about 3 km from the Royal Mile. Prestonfield is surrounded by gardens and a golf course.

S
Selina A
From
Norway
Highly recommend Prestonfield House! The perfect get away for the castle like feeling - right next to Arthurs Seat, but also near the city. We hope to come back one day!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews
Price from
US$436.86
1 night, 2 adults

100 Princes Street

Hotel in Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh

Situated conveniently in the centre of Edinburgh, 100 Princes Street offers air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

M
Marco
From
France
A magnificent location with the most beautiful view of the castle you'll ever have. The staff is very attentive, kind and friendly. We really enjoyed staying a few days in this perfect hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews
Price from
US$474.63
1 night, 2 adults

Fingal Hotel

Hotel in Leith, Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh, less than 1 km from Royal Yacht Britannia, Fingal Hotel provides accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

P
Phillip
From
United Kingdom
One of a kind experience. Would definitely recommend
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews
Price from
US$427
1 night, 2 adults

W Edinburgh

Hotel in New Town, Edinburgh

W Edinburgh has a fitness centre, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Edinburgh. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service.

S
Steffen
From
France
loved the cleanliness, super friendly stuff, great atmosphere
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,157 reviews
Price from
US$341.60
1 night, 2 adults
All five-star hotels in Edinburgh

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When the accommodation is just as important as the destination, a five-star stay should give that extra ‘wow’ factor as you enter the lobby. As well as offering the kind of service to make you feel like royalty, you’ll usually find highly rated on-site spas, gourmet restaurants and top-of-the-line beds you won’t want to get out of.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,091 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 734 reviews

Popular with guests booking five-star hotels in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,157 reviews

Popular with guests booking five-star hotels in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5,790 reviews

Popular with guests booking five-star hotels in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Great access to the city centre. Check these five-star hotels in Edinburgh and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,506 reviews

Offering inner courtyard views, Royal Mile Suites by the Castle is an accommodation located in Edinburgh, 500 metres from National Museum of Scotland and less than 1 km from University of Edinburgh.

From US$432.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews

Situated conveniently in the centre of Edinburgh, 100 Princes Street offers air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

From US$735.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,369 reviews

Boasting an enviable location in Edinburgh city centre, the historic and chic InterContinental Edinburgh The George sits in the new town, close to Edinburgh Castle, Princes Street Gardens and Holyrood...

From US$359.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 171 reviews

Set in Edinburgh, George St Luxury Apts by ALTIDO is 500 metres from Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Edinburgh Castle is 600 metres away. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property.

W Edinburgh

Edinburgh
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,157 reviews

W Edinburgh has a fitness centre, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Edinburgh. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service.

From US$377.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,184 reviews

Overlooking Edinburgh Castle, the Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa is located in the financial district, next to the West End business and entertainment area and a five-minute walk from Princes Street, 500...

From US$261.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,287 reviews

Situated just a 1-minute walk from Princes Street, The Caledonian Edinburgh - The Caledonian hotel has a modern leisure club and unobstructed views of Edinburgh Castle.

From US$450.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,681 reviews

Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel is situated in Edinburgh, just metres from Princes Street and George Street.

From US$345.54 per night

Travelling by car? These five-star hotels in Edinburgh and nearby offer free parking

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews

This luxurious 5-star retreat has a fine-dining restaurant and romantic bedrooms about 3 km from the Royal Mile. Prestonfield is surrounded by gardens and a golf course.

From US$499.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

Located in Edinburgh, less than 1 km from Royal Yacht Britannia, Fingal Hotel provides accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$448.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 246 reviews

Royal Mile Apartment is set in Edinburgh, a 4-minute walk from the city centre and Royal Mile, as well as 1.1 km from Edinburgh Castle. Free WiFi and Netflix/ YouTube are featured in the property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

Offering garden views, St Patrick Square Main Door is an accommodation set in Edinburgh, 300 metres from University of Edinburgh and 700 metres from National Museum of Scotland.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 82 reviews

Offering mountain views, Pleasance Apartment Ground Floor Main Door Access is an accommodation set in Edinburgh, 500 metres from University of Edinburgh and less than 1 km from National Museum of...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

Set 1.1 km from Edinburgh Waverley station and 1.2 km from National Museum of Scotland in the centre of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 171 reviews

Edinburgh Pearl Apartments - Dalry House Residence is a self-catering accommodation located in Edinburgh, just a 10-minute walk from Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews

Set 1.6 km from Edinburgh Waverley station and 1.9 km from National Museum of Scotland in the centre of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Palace Apartment offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private...

Enjoy breakfast in Edinburgh and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 734 reviews

The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection is a modern 5-star boutique hotel set behind the historic facade of 172-year-old Lady Glenorchy Church.

From US$283.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,012 reviews

Offering stylish bedrooms, an on-site restaurant and bar, The Roseate Edinburgh is set over 2 Victorian townhouses, on opposite sides of the road, in Edinburgh's West End.

From US$197.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,333 reviews

Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle is based directly on Royal Mile in Edinburgh, in one of the oldest Scottish buildings dating back to 15th century, and previously home to famous Scottish philosopher...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Offering free WiFi and city views, Festival Lets is an accommodation located in a central area of Edinburgh, just 90 metres from The Real Mary King's Close and 300 metres from Camera Obscura and World...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Located in the centre of Edinburgh, Luxury New Town 1 Bed Apartment provides accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. This 5-star apartment offers full-day security.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,779 reviews

In the Edinburgh City Centre district of Edinburgh, close to Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, Queen Street Boutique Suites features free WiFi and a washing machine.

From US$207.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 164 reviews

Located in the centre of Edinburgh, The Queens View provides a heated pool and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

Featuring 5-star accommodation, Bonnie Hotel Haymarket Edinburgh is set in Edinburgh, less than 1 km from Edinburgh Castle and 1.9 km from National Museum of Scotland.

From US$350.54 per night

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