Edinburgh Fringe has fully kicked off, and the Capital is alive with street performers, food pop-ups, comedy shows and plays once more.
The world-famous annual festival was cancelled last year due to the Covid pandemic, but now most restrictions in Scotland have been lifted, people are able to visit the city again to experience its electric atmosphere.
If you’re coming to Edinburgh to enjoy the Fringe - or if you’re coming simply to explore the Capital - but you’re unsure of where to stay during your trip, we’ve got you covered.
We had a look on Google Reviews to see which Edinburgh hotels have been rated the highest after receiving glowing ratings from customers.
These are 13 hotels with 500 reviews or more that managed to score 4.5 stars or more out of 5, in no particular order:
If you’re coming to Edinburgh to enjoy the Fringe - or if you’re coming simply to explore the Capital - but you’re unsure of where to stay during your trip, we’ve got you covered.
5. Adagio Aparthotel
Address: 231 Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8BJ. Rating: 4-star. Guest rating: 4.5 out of 5 (971 reviews). What people say: “Great location, fab rooms with small kitchen & all necessary utensils provided." Photo: Facebook
6. The Balmoral
Address: 1 Princes St, Edinburgh EH2 2EQ. Rating: 5-star. Guest rating: 4.6 out of 5 (1,790 reviews). What people say: “Attentive staff, nothing too much trouble. Nice spa and restaurants. Lots of history. Loved it.” Photo: Facebook
7. Motel One Edinburgh Princes
Address: 10-15 Princes St, Edinburgh EH2 2AN. Rating: 3-star. Guest rating: 4.5 out of 5 (984 reviews). What people say: "Clean room, good service and comfy bed." Photo: Facebook
8. Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa
Address: 1 Festival Square, Edinburgh EH3 9SR. Rating: 5-star. Guest rating: 4.6 out of 5 (1,557 reviews). What people say: "Awesome hotel - great location, great rooms, great service and staff.” Photo: Facebook