Curated luxury hotels near Festival Theatre

With a stay at The Scholar, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, within a 5-minute drive of Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. This eco-friendly hotel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Princes Street and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Edinburgh Castle.

With a stay at The Scott in Edinburgh (Southside), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. This eco-friendly hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Princes Street and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Edinburgh Castle.

With a stay at The Inn On The Mile, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from Royal Mile and 5 minutes by foot from Princes Street. This inn is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from University of Edinburgh.

Welcome to The Scott, where history intertwines with luxury in the heart of Edinburgh's Southside. Named after Alexander Scott, the esteemed original owner of the magnificent baronial house erected in the 1750s, our hotel echoes history combined with the elegance of today.

With no two rooms alike, you will discover 37 rooms that seamlessly blend modern amenities with the historic charm of the original building. Sink into Elite™ Lily mattresses draped with the finest linens, and pamper yourself in exquisitely designed en-suite bathrooms stocked with Laura Thomas spa products and plush amenities, including fluffy towels, bathrobes and slippers. Additionally, enjoy a selection of award-winning Novus teas, and indulge in the convenience of an OPAL capsule coffee machine stocked with Coffee Conscience compostable coffee pods, ensuring a delightful start to your day.

Guest are able to dine in style at Bonnar’s, where the legacy of Thomas Bonnar comes to life amidst floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking our private garden. Savour a culinary journey produced by our Head Chef, Pier Berretta, who is inspired by Scottish flavours that are impeccably presented in a setting that reflects the elegance of the 18th-century baronial house.

After a day of exploration, unwind in the Velvet Lounge, where specialty Gins, Champagnes and Whiskies await. Let our curated wine list, selected by L’Art Du Vin, elevate your senses as you soak in the ambience of our meticulously restored lounge, brimming with original features and character.

For those wanting to maintain their fitness, guests have access to two exceptional gym facilities located nearby. The [Pleasence Sports Complex Gym], boasts one of the country’s leading gym facilities with sports-specific areas as well as your traditional gym. Just 20-minute walk away, this serves as a refreshing warm-up en route. Additionally, [Oxygen Fitness Studios], just a 3-minute walk across the gardens, consists of two studios equipped with rowing machines, spin backs and free weights.

We acknowledge the importance of dogs as cherished family members, and it's our pleasure to extend our hospitality to them. We kindly request guests who plan to bring dogs to notify us after booking their stay. Charges are applicable.

Bonnar's and the Velvet Lounge are currently open Tues - Sat, guests can enjoy drinks and dinner in our sister property The Scholar Hotel situated next door on a Sunday and Monday evening

With a stay at Rabble, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from George Street and 4 minutes by foot from Princes Street. This boutique inn is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Princes Street Gardens.

With a stay at The Place, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, just a 4-minute walk from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and 6 minutes by foot from Princes Street. This boutique hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Royal Mile and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from George Street.

With a stay at The Frederick House Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from George Street and 3 minutes by foot from Princes Street. This guest house is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Royal Mile.

With a stay at House of Gods Hotel in Edinburgh (Old Town Edinburgh), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Princes Street and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Edinburgh Castle.

Gleneagles Townhouse features a fitness centre, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Edinburgh. The property is close to National Museum of Scotland, Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and The Real Mary King's Close. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.

Breakfast is available, and includes continental, Full English/Irish and vegetarian options.

The hotel offers 5-star accommodation with a sauna.

Popular points of interest near Gleneagles Townhouse include Edinburgh Waverley station, Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse. Edinburgh Airport is 9 km away.

With a stay at The Spires Serviced Apartments Edinburgh, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from George Street and 4 minutes by foot from Princes Street. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Royal Mile.

A stay at The Bonham Hotel places you in the heart of Edinburgh, within a 10-minute walk of Princes Street and George Street. This luxury hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Princes Street Gardens and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Edinburgh International Conference Centre.

In the heart of Edinburgh, The Roseate Edinburgh is within a 5-minute drive of Murrayfield Stadium and Princes Street. This luxury hotel is 1.3 mi (2 km) from George Street and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Grassmarket.

With a stay at voco Edinburgh-Haymarket by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, just a 3-minute walk from Edinburgh International Conference Centre and 6 minutes by foot from Princes Street. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from George Street and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Grassmarket.

With a stay at YOTEL Edinburgh, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, within a 5-minute walk of Princes Street and George Street. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Princes Street Gardens and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from St. Andrew Square.

With a stay at Prestonfield House in Edinburgh (Prestonfield), you'll be a 4-minute drive from University of Edinburgh and 6 minutes from Royal Mile. This family-friendly hotel is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Princes Street.

With a stay at Nira Caledonia, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, within a 10-minute walk of George Street and Princes Street. This luxury hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Scottish National Portrait Gallery and 1 mi (1.5 km) from Dean Village.

A stay at Bruntsfield Hotel places you in the heart of Edinburgh, within a 15-minute walk of University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh International Conference Centre. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Princes Street and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Edinburgh Castle.

With a stay at Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh – a 9-minute walk from Princes Street and 11 minutes by foot from Princes Street Gardens. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from George Street and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Murrayfield Stadium.

With a stay at Malmaison Edinburgh in Edinburgh (Leith), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Princes Street and Royal Mile. This eco-friendly hotel is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from University of Edinburgh.

Located in Edinburgh (Stockbridge), The Raeburn is within a 5-minute drive of Princes Street Gardens and Royal Botanic Garden. This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Edinburgh International Conference Centre.