Edinburgh's 5-star hotels cluster in the New Town along Princes Street and in the financial district near the West End. The Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa offers a 19-metre swimming pool and a rooftop hydropool with castle views, while The Balmoral Hotel on Princes Street features a 4 AA Rosette restaurant and a spa with sauna and Turkish steam room. The Caledonian Edinburgh, a Curio Collection property, provides unobstructed views of Edinburgh Castle from its rooms and includes a spa with pool, steam room, and whirlpool. For those seeking a modern stay, Virgin Hotels Edinburgh and W Edinburgh both offer central locations, with W featuring kitchen suites in some rooms. Expect nightly rates from approximately £200 to £600, depending on season and room category.
The Old Town Chambers, part of Autograph Collection, provides luxury apartments on the Royal Mile with fully fitted kitchens and balconies overlooking the city. At the top end, The Witchery by the Castle offers nine individually designed opulent suites with four-poster beds and free-standing silver baths, and its restaurant serves fine Scottish dishes. Kimpton Charlotte Square, near George Street, includes a swimming pool, spa, and a Middle Eastern restaurant BABA. InterContinental Edinburgh The George, a Grade II listed building, houses Le Petit Beefbar and Burr & Co. cafe. Many hotels include complimentary Wi-Fi, fitness centres, and private parking at an extra charge. Book directly for best rates or check package deals.