The Best Hotels Closest to Craigmillar Castle in Edinburgh - 2026 Updated Prices

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A richly decorated room with ornate furniture, a fireplace, and a variety of decorative items including a trunk, lamps, and a chandelier.

A richly decorated room with ornate furniture, including a sofa set, armchairs, and a coffee table, with a large mirror and decorative lamps.

A traditional room with a fireplace, wooden paneling, and antique furniture.

A pathway lined with conical topiary trees leading to a building with a traditional stone facade.

1. Prestonfield House

1.6 km from Craigmillar Castle

Abagail Ries

Rp10.126.799

Rp12.759.862 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A lobby with ornate woodwork, a staircase, and seating areas.

A hallway with wooden paneling, a floral arrangement on a counter, and a staircase.

A historic stone building with multiple towers and a well-maintained lawn.

A stone building with a tower, surrounded by trees and a lawn.

2. The Scott

Southside, 2.3 km from Craigmillar Castle

john

Rp3.756.408

Rp4.733.075 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A multi-story building with a central courtyard, surrounded by lush greenery and a gazebo.

A spacious living area with multiple seating options, a Christmas tree, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern bedroom with a round mirror, bedside lamp, and a small vase with flowers on a dark console table.

A bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with bottles, and framed pictures on the wall.

3. The Scholar

Southside, 2.4 km from Craigmillar Castle

Christine

Rp3.296.440

Rp4.153.514 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a view of the city.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a sink with a gold faucet, and a window above the sink.

A traditional stone building with a black front door, numbered 4, and a sign indicating it is a guest house with free parking.

A view through a window of a parking area with several cars, a dirt path, and buildings in the background.

4. Grangeview Guest House

Newington, 2.2 km from Craigmillar Castle

Rp1.873.911

Rp2.361.171 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A conservatory with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a view of the garden.

A large, historic building with multiple windows and a well-maintained garden.

A room with a patterned sofa, a fireplace, and a red carpet.

A grand room with a fireplace, ornate wooden mantel, and red lamps.

5. Kildonan Lodge Hotel

Newington, 1.8 km from Craigmillar Castle

Hannah

Rp2.928.276

Rp3.689.628 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A staircase with ornate black railings and a blue lamp, leading to a door marked "Emergency exit".

A hallway with a checkered floor, two white doors, and a staircase.

A dining room with tables set for a meal, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.

A row of townhouses with a red car parked in front, a sign reading "southside," and a tree with pink blossoms.

6. Southside Guest House

Southside, 2.8 km from Craigmillar Castle

Ron

Rp2.839.311

Rp3.577.531 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

A bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, a coffee machine, and a sign that reads "Let's Grind!".

A two-story building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with steps.

A bistro with a counter, seating area, and a menu board.

7. The Salisbury Hotel

Southside, 2.6 km from Craigmillar Castle

Claudia

Rp2.896.097

Rp3.649.083 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A traditional building with a pub, outdoor seating, and a reception area.

A hotel with outdoor seating, a sign for 'Premier Inn,' and a parked van.

8. Premier Inn Edinburgh A1 - Newcraighall

3 km from Craigmillar Castle

James

Rp1.362.869

Rp1.717.215 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a bench, a nightstand, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A room with a blue armchair, a small round table with a vase of flowers, and a window with sheer curtains.

A courtyard with a round metal table and chairs, surrounded by stone walls and potted plants.

A courtyard with stone buildings, a hill in the background, and potted plants.

9. Gifford House

2.1 km from Craigmillar Castle

Heather

Rp2.332.040

Rp2.938.370 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A grand staircase with a Christmas tree, ornate chandeliers, and a large mirror reflecting the room.

A cozy room with a wooden table, a lamp, a mirror, and a fireplace.

A neatly made bed with white and red pillows, a brass lamp, and a small electronic device on a wooden nightstand.

A buffet setup with various food items and dishes.

10. The Ben Doran Guest House

Newington, 2.2 km from Craigmillar Castle

Tashline

Rp3.506.548

Rp4.418.251 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A dining area with a long table, chairs, a patterned rug, and a view of greenery outside.

A hallway with white doors numbered 2, 3, and 4. A fire extinguisher is mounted on door 2. A floral armchair with a cushion is positioned against the wall near door 4.

A hallway with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a sign indicating a dining room.

A bedroom with two single beds, a wooden dresser, a nightstand, a window with blue curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

11. Aynetree Guest House

2.7 km from Craigmillar Castle

Timo

Rp2.008.498

Rp2.530.708 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, black curtains, a view of the city, and a small table with a lamp.

A neatly arranged table with a woven basket containing tea cups, a kettle, and snacks.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a heater, and a view of the city.

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, and a patterned towel hanging on the wall.

12. Edinburgh Travel Guest House

Newington, 2.3 km from Craigmillar Castle

Judy

Rp958.268

Rp1.207.418 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A campus with modern and historic buildings, a central courtyard, and a mountainous backdrop.

A modern building with a sign reading 'John Burnett House,' a paved pathway, and lush greenery.

A group of people standing in a bar area with wooden flooring and a bar counter. There are ceiling lights and a television screen in the background.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and modern furniture.

13. Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

Southside, 2.6 km from Craigmillar Castle

Valerie

Rp2.299.637

Rp2.897.562 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area, a chandelier, and a view of the city.

A historic building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and stone facade.

A hallway with a floral wallpaper, white doors numbered 3 and 4, a small table with a lamp, and a vase with branches.

A hotel room with a red wall, a white door, a desk with a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

14. The Alexander Guest House

Newington, 2.1 km from Craigmillar Castle

Abberamiy

Rp1.930.731

Rp2.432.721 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A staircase with ornate balusters, a reception desk with a vase of flowers, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a chair, a desk, a window with curtains, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

A historic building with a stone facade, large windows, and a conservatory.

A wall with multiple square mirrors arranged in a grid pattern.

15. Northumberland Hotel

Newington, 1.7 km from Craigmillar Castle

Amanda Dawn

Rp1.900.180

Rp2.394.227 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A building with a 'HOUSE' sign, a gated entrance, and a small garden area.

A twin room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a wall-mounted phone, and two framed pictures.

A hallway with a wooden dresser, a large mirror, and a painting on the wall.

A row of black metal railings with ornate designs, leading to a building with classical architecture.

16. Sakura Edinburgh Guest House

Southside, 2.9 km from Craigmillar Castle

Rebecca

Rp2.538.344

Rp3.198.313 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window, and a radiator.

A room with a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a chair, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

A narrow hallway with a wooden wardrobe, a radiator, and a framed picture on the wall.

A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a toilet.

17. JOIVY Meadows Park En-Suite Rooms

Grange, 2.9 km from Craigmillar Castle

"The toilet was so high up i couldn't do a sh*t. I'm six foot tall, but when I was sat on the toilet my feet were not touching the ground. Overall, the place was pretty bleak, e.g. no mirror in the bedroom to check my outfit, only one pillow so I got neck ache in bed, no towel rail or hooks anywhere in the bathroom so couldn't hang up a towel, no hook in the bedroom to hang up a coat, no toilet roll holder. These things are not expensive to install. The bathroom floor was a bit dirty when...

James

Rp2.962.196

Rp4.612.868 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a stone building in the background.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a countertop with a sink.

A modern bar area with a neon sign, a menu board, and a staircase leading to other rooms.

A modern loft-style apartment with a kitchen, living area, and a staircase.

18. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 3.9 km from Craigmillar Castle

Philip

Rp5.345.475

Rp6.735.298 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hallway with a mirror, a door leading to a room with a bed, and visible plumbing.

A courtyard with a brick building, a staircase, and a modern entrance.

A modern living room with a red sofa, a round dining table with chairs, a small side table, and a large framed artwork on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted toilet, a bedside table with a lamp, and framed artwork on the wall.

19. Stay Hush

Holyrood, 3.7 km from Craigmillar Castle

Patricia

Rp3.620.223

Rp4.561.481 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

An outdoor patio area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, stone flooring, and a small building with a sloped roof.

A restaurant with stone walls, leather seating, and a table set with wine glasses and a candle.

A bar area with a wine rack, a large metal sink, and a bottle of wine.

A historic building with the sign "Hotel du Vin & Bistro" indicating a restaurant and hotel.

20. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 3.8 km from Craigmillar Castle

Suzette

Rp5.091.830

Rp6.415.706 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Craigmillar Castle

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Prestonfield House	9.8 Exceptional 305 reviews	View
The Scott	9.6 Exceptional 730 reviews	View
The Scholar	9.4 Exceptional 1,009 reviews	View
Grangeview Guest House	9.0 Wonderful 70 reviews	View
Kildonan Lodge Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 384 reviews	View

Top Craigmillar Castle Hotel Reviews

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

8/10 Good

"na"

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"the hotel was good but I have issue with the fact that we arrived at 9.00 am and did not get our room until 3.00. I realize rooms have to be cleaned etc but please make accommodation for those international visitors who have travelled all night"

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely stay at this hotel. Great location for exploring the city."

Edinburgh Travel Guest House

8/10 Good

"Excellent for what it is. Needs updating but did the job."

Kildonan Lodge Hotel

8/10 Good

"Difficult to find in the dark even with satnav. There is lighting near the sign but the opening to the car park is difficult to find. Good amount of parking although not enough for every room. Didn't have breakfast here as there were cheaper options within a 10 minute walk. Room was smaller than looked on photos when booking and apart from some dust behind the nightstands was clean. Bed linen was nice and soft but the all season duvet was a bit too much for summer. Couldn't have window open as was on ground floor and was a little difficult to open the sash window too. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate provided. Shampoo, conditioner and hand wash. Staff were nice. There was a lounge and bar fridge available alongside extra refreshment supplies. Two bottles of water supplied in room. Noise was minimal so got a good night sleep. Easy to drive around Edinburgh and the local region from here."

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, great staff"

The Scholar

10/10 Excellent

"What a beautiful grounds around the hotel. We enjoyed our stay. Staff were super friendly and helpful."

Dorstan House

10/10 Excellent

"Easy to catch local transport back into the City centre. Very clean and Richard was very helpful. Would thoroughly recommend."

Hotel Ceilidh-donia

10/10 Excellent

"From the moment we walked in the door, staff was warm, friendly and helpful. We felt like we were staying with family."

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Craigmillar Castle?

Craigmillar Castle is located in a historic area of Edinburgh known for its array of dining options and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 27 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Craigmillar Castle?

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. It's located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Craigmillar Castle. Other good options within 5 miles include Apex Grassmarket Hotel and Kildonan Lodge Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Craigmillar Castle?

Expedia has 27 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Craigmillar Castle.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Craigmillar Castle, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Craigmillar Castle.

What can I see and do near Craigmillar Castle?

National Museum of Scotland, Scotch Whisky Experience and Surgeon's Hall feature captivating exhibits. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Palace of Holyroodhouse are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Craigmillar Castle. You can check out the local talent at Festival Theatre, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Usher Hall.

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Our top choices for Craigmillar Castle hotels

1. Prestonfield House

2. The Scott

3. The Scholar

4. Grangeview Guest House

5. Kildonan Lodge Hotel

6. Southside Guest House

7. The Salisbury Hotel

8. Premier Inn Edinburgh A1 - Newcraighall

9. Gifford House

10. The Ben Doran Guest House

11. Aynetree Guest House

12. Edinburgh Travel Guest House

13. Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

14. The Alexander Guest House

15. Northumberland Hotel

16. Sakura Edinburgh Guest House

17. JOIVY Meadows Park En-Suite Rooms

18. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

19. Stay Hush

20. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

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Top Craigmillar Castle Hotel Reviews

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Edinburgh Travel Guest House

Kildonan Lodge Hotel

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

The Scholar

Dorstan House

Hotel Ceilidh-donia

Other attractions near Craigmillar Castle

Robin Chapel

Duddingston Golf Club

Duddingston Parish Church

St Mark's Unitarian Church

Prestonfield Golf Club

Danderhall Leisure Centre

Gilmerton Cove

John McIntyre Conference Centre

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