Romantic Hotels in Edinburgh

Due to historic nature of building there is no elevator and all rooms are unique Some rooms are on the lower ground floor with restricted views and our double rooms can feel small to those used to chain hotels. Please check the images and rooms descriptions to make sure your room is sutable Located just 10 minutes’ walk from Edinburgh city center, No11 is a Georgian townhouse with a private garden, a 24-hour reception and an onsite restaurant. Flat Screen TV's, free Wi-Fi and a private bathroom are featured in all the No11 rooms. A full cooked breakfast including haggis and smoked bacon is served in the dining room, and all produce is sourced from a local butcher. Vegetarian and continental options are also on offer. A resident’s bar is available for guests to enjoy a quiet drink. No11 Brasserie offers light lunches, luxury afternoon teas and fine dining evening meals, together with an extensive wine list. Dishes are carefully prepared with fresh produce from artisan suppliers. A variety of bars, restaurants and delicatessens can be found within a short walk of the hotel. Edinburgh Castle is just 1.3 miles away, and the shopping district of Princes Street is only a 15-minute walk. Edinburgh Airport is a 25-minute drive and Edinburgh Waverley railway station can be reached in 12 minutes on foot. 4 min walk from McDonald Road tram stop

- "Would do a return visit" - "Quiet Hotel with Character and elegance , walking distance to everything" - "Really enjoyed the stay just off the main city with easy access" - "Enjoyable ..staff friendly and good location" - "Very comfortable with pleasant staff" - "Would recommend. Would stay again." - "Indulging and relaxing" - "Lovely hotel" - "Very short but enjoyable stay." - "Extremely comfortable stay in lovely historic building with very close proximity to tram and dining."

Well situated in the Edinburgh City Centre district of Edinburgh, Eleven Stafford Street Townhouse is located a 16-minute walk from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, 1.5 miles from Murrayfield Stadium and a 19-minute walk from The Real Mary King's Close. Built in 19th century, this 4-star hotel is within a 7-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle and one mile of Royal Mile. The property is a 7-minute walk from EICC, and within half a mile of the city center. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also have free WiFi, while selected rooms here will provide you with a city view. National Museum of Scotland is 1.1 miles from Eleven Stafford Street Townhouse, while Edinburgh Waverley Train Station is a 18-minute walk away. Edinburgh Airport is 5 miles from the property.

- "Amazing! Wil stay here again!" - "Beautiful location, easy to book, find and well managed. Would use again." - "Lovely. Would book to stay again, in a different room" - "In the main really good" - "Would come back if in city again" - "Beautiful room, well located and comfortable" - "Will stay here again" - "Definitely be back" - "Excellent, very clean and location was perfect" - "1 night stay" - "Stooped but pleasant"

Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel is located in Edinburgh, just yards from Princes Street and George Street. The rooms offer a flat-screen Smart TV, 300 thread count bed linen, a complimentary treat box and a fridge with complimentary fresh milk and mineral water. The private bathrooms have a selection of complimentary toiletries. Breakfast is served in BABA, a mezze and charcoal grill restaurant and cocktail bar. It offers Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine from lunchtime until late in the evening. Aizle is a unique restaurant offering seasonal tasting menus every evening from Wednesday-Saturday. The Garden is the hotel’s central gathering point, and the ideal place to find calm in the hustle and bustle of the city. This urban oasis serves drinks and a selection of pastries from 9am-3pm every weekend and Sunday. Guests have complimentary access to the leisure facilities including the gym, swimming pool, and spa. The spa offers a full range of treatments including facials and massages at an additional cost. The hotel is at the heart of Edinburgh’s financial district and is just 5 minutes’ walk from Waverley Railway Station. It is 7 miles from Edinburgh Airport.

- "Excellent stay and would return" - "Relaxing overnight" - "I had an excellent stay and have never been so impressed with a hotel staff, everyone was fantastic." - "Fantastic" - "We absolutely enjoyed and would return to the Kimpton-Charlotte Square, Thank YOU!" - "Lovely stay" - "A fabulous hotel" - "Warm welcoming Luxury that's not fussy" - "A lovely, stylish hotel in the centre of Edinburgh" - "Perfect location for a city break"

23 Mayfield in Edinburgh provides accommodations with a garden, a bar, and a shared lounge. Free Wifi is featured throughout the property, and private parking is available on site. This 5-star guest house offers private entrance. All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and a private bathroom with bathrobes and walk-in shower. A patio with outdoor furniture and city views is offered in all units. At the guest house, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Sightseeing tours are available in the surroundings. University of Edinburgh is 1.2 miles from the guest house, while National Museum of Scotland is 1.3 miles away. Edinburgh Airport is 11 miles from the property.

- "A piece of heaven! Loved every minute" - "When can I go back?!" - "Very enjoyable, would definitely stay again" - "Fantastic guest house, would love to stay again" - "Breathtaking property, quirky and luxurious with brilliant hosts" - "Beautiful place to stay with and abundance of character." - "Stay for longer.." - "Absolutely beautiful property to stay in Edinburgh, almost in a center, easy to reach by bus or taxI"

Black Ivy is just a 15-minute walk from Edinburgh city center and features a lively bar which overlooks the Bruntsfield Links park. The shopping precinct of St. James Center is only 1.3 miles from the the hotel. Free WiFi and an private bathroom are featured in each room at Black Ivy. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels and tea and coffee services are also provided in every room. The property is a 9-minute walk from the Edinburgh International Conference Center, while Usher Hall and The University of Edinburgh can both be reached in a 15-minute walk. Guests can enjoy the boutique shops and cafes in the vicinity, or explore the historic Edinburgh Castle which is less than a mile away.

- "Fantastic hotel" - "Wonderful" - "Loved it. Fabulous place" - "Fantastic time. Great surroundings would definitely recommend." - "Very high standard accommodation at a reasonable rate." - "Lovely hotel!" - "Beautiful place, exceptional." - "If / when I return to Edinburgh, one of the reasons would be so I can stay at Black Ivy again." - "Black Ivy is a delight" - "Very beautiful and Christmassy. Would stay again!"

Well set in the center of Edinburgh, House of Gods Royal Mile provides air-conditioned rooms, a bar and free WiFi. The property is around a 17-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle, 0.4 miles from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and a 13-minute walk from Edinburgh Playhouse. The property has nightclub and room service. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a coffee machine. Every room includes a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At House of Gods Royal Mile rooms have a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. À la carte and continental breakfast options are available at the accommodation. Staff at House of Gods Royal Mile are available to give information at the 24-hour front desk. Popular points of interest near the hotel include National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh Waverley Train Station and University of Edinburgh. Edinburgh Airport is 6.2 miles away.

- "Very nice.Miles was very helpful" - "Fantastic experience" - "House of Gods Hotel is a great place to stay for a romantice stay in Edinburgh right next to the Roy" - "Atmosphere, romantic but dingy." - "Great decor but the rooms are just too small." - "Lovely quirky stay but don’t expect much with the room size."

Located 3 minutes' walk from Princes Street, The Edinburgh Grand features apartment accommodations with an on-site restaurant, bar and coffee house. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property. All apartments are equipped with a living area featuring a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. An oven and microwave are also available, as well as a coffee machine. Guests can enjoy the period features in each apartment, and each one contains either a rainfall shower or bathtub. The Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Calton Hill are all half a mile from the property, and the Scottish National Gallery is a 7-minute walk away. The nearest station is 3 minutes' walk from The Edinburgh Grand, and Edinburgh Airport is 8 miles away.

- "Great location, lovely staff, amazing rooms" - "The staff were eager to please!" - "Sanchez Family" - "Fabulous location" - "Amazing Aparthotel in a perfect location" - "Perfect apartment in the middle of the capital" - "Special thanks to Bianca on reception who made sure our group had the best weekend." - "Excellent stay in a beautiful city, made even better by a wonderful staff and super service" - "Beautiful building - lovely room - great staff. Perfect"

Located near Murrayfield Stadium, home of the Scottish Rugby Union, the Murrayfield Hotel provides guest accommodations with free Wi-Fi, free parking, a pub, and a restaurant. Rooms at the Murrayfield Hotel feature a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Deluxe bedrooms are in the luxury Murrayfield House, just two doors down from the hotel. Each of the rooms feature individually styled décor and furniture, an elegant private bathroom, a flat-screen TV integrated in a large mirror, and tea/coffee-making facilities. The Hotel bar provides stylish surroundings and daily entertainment, as well as live sports and a beer garden. The stylish restaurant features a traditional Scottish and international menus. The center of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Zoo are both within a mile of the hotel. There is a regular bus service that runs from outside the hotel. Haymarket Train Station can be reached in a 20-minute walk.

- "Would use this hotel again😀" - "Excellent trip" - "Quiet, comfortable and elegant, will be staying here again when next in Edinburgh." - "Perfect boutique hotel in a quiet part of town" - "Amazing for an overnight to save travelling home back to Glasgow" - "Lovely stay in Edinburgh" - "Beautiful hotel, would return." - "Great ..Great...Great..." - "Excellent stay" - "Huge rooms, comfy beds" - "A gem"

This 15th-century castle dates back to Mary, Queen of Scots, and is set in 40 acres of stunning parkland. Edinburgh city center is 8 miles from Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate. Rooms at the magnificent Carberry Tower Mansion House are all unique and traditional in style. Each also comes with a work desk and facilities for making tea and coffee. There are a variety of natural features, including rose gardens and a lily pond, and you can often see free-roaming wildlife. The building still retains charming old staircases, fireplaces, and stained-glass windows. The beach is a 10-minute drive from Carberry Tower. Parking is free on site, and high-speed WiFi is complimentary throughout the hotel.

- "Fabulous and outstanding hotel in Musselburgh" - "Fab stay" - "A beautiful setting, great food and lovely staff." - "Highly recommend. Great comfortable cosy property with awesome staff." - "We loved it." - "It was nice experience to book in a mansion" - "Twas very good. Would go again. And would get a big room next time" - "Lovely location and grounds, exactly what we wanted for old Scotland and our first trip there."

Overlooking Edinburgh Castle and Waverley Station, the 4-star Scotsman Hotel was originally built in 1905. This majestic, listed building was once The Scotsman newspaper. Each unique room and suite at the Scotsman Hotel features individual features, including curved corner window bays with scenic views of the city and a marble-tiled private bathroom. Guests can enjoy luxury Egyptian cotton linen, a 48-seat cinema, free Wi-Fi, free Scotsman Newspaper, and a privacy hatch for 24-hour room service. Located a 1-minute walk from the Royal Mile and Princes Street, this hotel offers discounted parking, available at Edinburgh Waverley Station car park (long stay) on New Street, 5-10 minutes' walk away.

- "We loved our stay." - "Excellent trip for 4 nights, beautiful hotel, food & drink great- staff all very friendly and attentive. Will defini" - "Beautiful hotel in the heart of Edinburgh" - "Would definitely stay here again outstanding customer service" - "Brilliant and great fun" - "Very cosy" - "Just a great place to stay; a great cocktail bar and staff who effortlessly go the extra mile for c y" - "If only all hotels were like this!"

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. First opened in 1902, The Balmoral now offers rooms with a spacious marble bathroom and an interactive TV. Many rooms have views towards Edinburgh Castle and the Old Town. Number One Restaurant provides a fine dining menu, Telephone, Air conditioning and Desk, while Brasserie Prince offers an informal dining atmosphere. Palm Court features afternoon tea and the Bar Prince serves innovative cocktails in a relaxed setting, while the SCOTCH offers over 500 varieties of Scottish Whiskey. With a sauna and a Turkish steam room, The Balmoral Spa features 5 treatment rooms and an exercise studio. With its own splendid clock tower, The Balmoral offers 5-star accommodations in the heart of Edinburgh. The city’s airport is a 25-minute drive from the building.

- "Effortlessly elegant, yet comfy and personalised." - "Beautiful historic hotel in every way in a beautiful historic city" - "Best hotel in Edinburgh period" - "Very nice!" - "Meeting Clients in an excellent environment" - "Very nice hotel with great location" - "Wonderful experience each time we go it gets better n better" - "I’ll be back in October when (hopefully) most tourists go home. And yes, I’m a tourist."

Tigerlily is an award-winning boutique hotel with chic rooms, an elegant bar, nightclub and a restaurant. It is a 10-minute walk from the Scott Monument in Edinburgh’s most popular shopping area and financial district. In Edinburgh's city center, the hotel on George Street has beautiful rooms with a flat-screen TV and Bluetooth speaker. Guests can also enjoy White Company toiletries and free WiFi. Tigerlily has a cocktail bar which also serves locally sourced meals, and guests receive free entry to Coco Boho nightclub and bar, downstairs. The surrounding New Town district is filled with cocktail bars and smart restaurants. Tigerlily Hotel is a 10-minute walk from Waverley Rail Station and 20 minutes' drive from Edinburgh Airport. It is a picturesque walk through Prince’s Street Gardens to Edinburgh Castle, just 15 minutes away.

- "Fun" - "Beautiful hotel with amazing staff" - "Felt like we stayed in a really fancy hotel and we were treated very well." - "Wonderful experience." - "Unplanned visit" - "Another very enjoyable stay at Tigerlily." - "First time staying here, we will definitely return" - "One of the best finds ever!" - "Very happy, been before and will come again." - "Great location, nice hotel with amazing bar and restaurant options !"

This luxurious 5-star retreat has a fine-dining restaurant and romantic bedrooms about 1.9 mi from the Royal Mile. Prestonfield is surrounded by gardens and a golf course. Busses to the city center are a 5-minute walk away. Parking is free. Each stylish room at Prestonfield House has antique furnishings, free Wi-Fi, plasma TV, a stocked mini-bar and views of the gardens and parkland. Rhubarb Restaurant serves excellent Scottish cuisine and traditional afternoon teas. The terraces, drawing room and gardens are relaxed, beautiful places to unwind.

- "We highly recommend Prestonfield House, and hope to come back!" - "Luxurious Edinburgh with space and a whisky room." - "A really special getaway." - "Once in a lifetime experience!" - "Beautiful house and amazing staff. A few things we didn’t like. Not sure we’d go back." - "An elegant and sumptuous Scottish experience" - "Great place to stay" - "Pleasant and enjoyable with excellent friendly staff" - "Nice experience"

This magnificent Georgian townhouse features sumptuous rooms, each with a 42-inch plasma TV and slate bathroom. Among the cobbled streets of Edinburgh’s New Town, it is 2625 feet from Princes Street. Individually designed with unique furnishings, the rooms at Nira Caledonia feature luxury goose feather beds and goose down pillows. Some offer large, floor-to-ceiling windows, a private garden, or a relaxing spa bath. Guests can enjoy breakfast in their room. The restaurant and bar, serves fresh cuisine with Scottish, and often organic, ingredients. The bar provides a range of over 25 Scotch whiskeys. The hotel has 5 floors and there is no elevator. There is no air conditioning in the hotel.

- "Nice hotel" - "It's was perfect for our stay thank you!" - "I would stay again!" - "A very enjoyable stay" - "Amazing." - "Had a great stay, will definitely be back." - "Perfect!" - "Fantastic" - "Perfect little hotel in central but quiet location." - "Good hotel, great personnel and spacious rooms" - "A little gem of a place" - "Very comfortable stay in the centre of Edinburgh. Location was very convenient and staff helpful"

Located in Edinburgh, a 11-minute walk from Royal Yacht Britannia, Fingal Hotel provides accommodations with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Royal Mile is 2.6 miles from the hotel and National Museum of Scotland is 2.9 miles away. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Fingal Hotel has certain rooms that include a balcony, and each room comes with an electric tea pot. Guest rooms feature a closet. An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is served at the property. Edinburgh Waverley Train Station is 2.4 miles from the accommodation, while Edinburgh Playhouse is 2.5 miles away. Edinburgh Airport is 8.1 miles from the property.

The Witchery by the Castle offers a range of opulent suites in Edinburgh, each one unique with its own special features. Lavishly furnished suites display gothic touches, with large oak beds and 4-posters, velvet-lined walls and flamboyant red and gold décor indicative of the style. There are separate seating areas and large bathrooms with free-standing silver baths. Each of The Witchery’s 9 suites is different, but walk-in dressing rooms, love seats and tapestries set the tone. Some rooms overlook Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, looking down towards Princes Street, or across to the old town. An indulgent breakfast hamper will be served in the room each morning or guests can choose to have a cooked breakfast served in the restaurant at no extra cost. The Witchery’s seductive glamor has caught the attention of The Times, The Telegraph and Condé Nast Traveler, and many celebrity fans have enjoyed its suites. The impressive restaurant also showcases fine Scottish dishes in similarly decadent surroundings.

- "Magical" - "Really sets the scene for the history of the city." - "Incredible, Unique Experience" - "Step back in history and live like royalty right next to Edinburgh castle!" - "Maximalist, luxurious, indulgent!" - "Opulence and luxury" - "Would definitely come back" - "Breathtaking luxury in the heart of Edinburgh" - "Excellent, would definitely recommend this hote." - "An amazing experience in a boutique hotel at the very heart of Edinburgh’s history coupled with a fine dining restaurant"