Skip to content
APARTHOTEL.com

Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Edinburgh

36 stays · 24 aparthotels and 12 serviced apartments · from €257/night

Edinburgh packs a medieval Old Town, a Georgian New Town, a working waterfront and a university quarter into a compact, hilly city, and aparthotels and serviced apartments in Edinburgh make it easy to settle into any of them. A kitchen and a sitting room are worth having for festival-goers who want somewhere to retreat between shows, for families sharing one booking, and for people in town for weeks on business; the city is the second-largest financial centre in the UK.

36 places to stay in Edinburgh

36 stays

Where to stay in Edinburgh

Old Town

  • first-time visitors
  • sightseeing
  • festivals

The Old Town keeps its medieval street plan, with the Royal Mile running downhill from Edinburgh Castle towards Holyrood. It puts you at the heart of the August festivals and next to Waverley station, but its closes and wynds are steep and busy in summer.

Stays in or near Old Town

New Town

  • first-time visitors
  • shopping
  • couples

Laid out from the 1770s as an elegant grid of terraces and gardens, the New Town runs north from Princes Street. It is flatter than the Old Town, has the main shopping streets, and the tram stops at Princes Street and St Andrew Square link it with the airport and Leith.

Stays in or near New Town

Leith

  • food lovers
  • long stays
  • local life

Edinburgh's historic port was a separate burgh until 1920 and still keeps its own identity. The waterfront around The Shore is lined with restaurants and bars, and the tram runs from here through the city centre to the airport, with stops at The Shore, Ocean Terminal and Newhaven.

Stays in or near Leith

Haymarket and the West End

  • business travel
  • transport links
  • rugby

West of Princes Street, Haymarket has the city's second main railway station and a tram stop on the airport line, making it a practical base for business trips. Murrayfield Stadium, the home of Scottish rugby, is a short tram ride further west.

Stays in or near Haymarket and the West End

Southside and Marchmont

  • students
  • families
  • long stays

The University of Edinburgh's main campus centres on George Square, and the residential streets of Marchmont and Morningside beyond are popular with students, young professionals and families. The Meadows park separates them from the Old Town.

Stays in or near Southside and Marchmont

Getting around Edinburgh

From Edinburgh Airport, the Lothian Airlink 100 express bus runs 24 hours a day, up to every 10 minutes through most of the day, to Waverley Bridge, and takes 20–30 minutes. Edinburgh Trams run from the airport via Haymarket, Princes Street and St Andrew Square to Leith and Newhaven, from every 7 minutes; the ride into the centre takes about 40 minutes. Lothian's services 17 and 18 also serve the airport at standard city fares.

Lothian Buses cover the whole city, with some routes running through the night, and the tram, bus and train stations are all central: Waverley station is right in the city centre. Tickets can be bought by contactless payment or app, and the Ridacard season ticket suits longer stays. Much of the centre is best explored on foot, though the ridges are exposed and the climbs are steep.

Living in Edinburgh for longer

For a stay of several weeks, a Ridacard season ticket avoids buying fares every day, and an apartment in Leith, Stockbridge or Marchmont gives you a residential street and local shops while staying within a short bus or tram ride of the centre. Leith in particular has a long waterfront and plenty of places to eat.

Plan around the light and the weather: in midwinter daylight runs only from about 8.30am to 4pm, while summer evenings are long. Edinburgh gets rain on around 128 days a year, so waterproofs and a place to dry them are worth more than you might expect. In August the city is at its busiest, so book apartments for the festival month well in advance.

When to visit Edinburgh

Edinburgh has a mild, changeable climate. Met Office averages for the Royal Botanic Garden show July highs of about 19°C and January highs of about 7°C with lows near 2°C, and roughly 730 mm of rain a year. The Old and New Towns sit on exposed ridges, so expect wind at any time of year.

August is the busiest month, when the Festival Fringe, the largest arts festival of its kind in the world, runs alongside the Edinburgh International Festival, the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, the Book Festival and the Art Festival. Hogmanay brings a large New Year street party to the city centre on 31 December.

The Old and New Towns together are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and most of the main sights are within walking distance of each other. If you are weighing up the options, our comparison of aparthotels and hotels sets out the differences; Glasgow is a short train ride west.

Long-stay tips for Edinburgh

Of the 36 properties here, 20 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 6 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 16 include some form of housekeeping and 11 have a 24-hour front desk. Each property page has a facts box, so you can compare apartments before you book.

26 properties list a full kitchen and 10 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.

Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 38 m².

Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.

Aparthotel prices in Edinburgh

We checked prices for 12 properties on 24 October 2026 (2 adults, 2 nights, about two weeks ahead). The lowest "from" price was €257 per night, the median €369 and the highest €660. The cheapest at that time was Holyrood Aparthotel. Prices change daily, so use the search box for your own dates.

Aparthotel brands in Edinburgh

Brands with properties here include Fraser (1), Adagio (1) and Residence Inn (1).

Other cities in Scotland

Travelling further? See aparthotels in Glasgow, Aberdeen, Ayr, Troon, Dundee, Kenmore, Galashiels and Carrbridge.

€180–€2692€270–€3593€360–€4493€450–€5392€630–€7192
Number of properties by "from" price per night in Edinburgh, checked 24/10/2026
Number of properties by "from" price per night in Edinburgh, checked 24/10/2026
Price per night (from)Properties
€180–€2692
€270–€3593
€360–€4493
€450–€5392
€630–€7192

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Edinburgh?

The Old Town and New Town are best for first-time visitors because the main sights are walkable. Leith, Stockbridge and Marchmont are calmer and suit longer stays, while Haymarket is practical for business and rail travel.

How do I get from Edinburgh Airport to the city centre?

The Airlink 100 bus runs 24 hours a day to Waverley Bridge in 20–30 minutes. The tram takes about 40 minutes and stops at Haymarket, Princes Street and St Andrew Square before continuing to Leith.

When is the Edinburgh Festival?

The Fringe, the International Festival, the Military Tattoo and several other festivals all take place in August. Accommodation is in high demand then, so book early.

Does the Edinburgh tram go to Leith?

Yes. The line runs from the airport through the city centre to Leith and Newhaven, with stops including The Shore and Ocean Terminal.

What is the weather like in Edinburgh?

Mild and changeable, with average July highs around 19°C, January highs around 7°C and rain on about 128 days a year. It is often windy on the ridges of the Old and New Towns.

How many aparthotels are there in Edinburgh?

We currently list 36 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Edinburgh.

How much does an aparthotel in Edinburgh cost?

On 24 October 2026, "from" prices ranged from €257 to €660 per night, with a median of €369.

Do aparthotels in Edinburgh have kitchens?

36 of the 36 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.

Sources

Last updated