Explore 3-Star Hotels in Edinburgh
A 3-star accommodation in Edinburgh offers a comfortable and well-rounded experience with a good range of amenities. These properties often feature spacious rooms with modern decor, private bathrooms, and added conveniences like free Wi-Fi, room service, and sometimes a restaurant or bar. Ideal for travellers looking for both value and comfort, 3-star hotels provide a solid balance of quality service and affordable pricing.
Trip.com Featured 3-Star Hotels in Edinburgh
1. Britannia Edinburgh Hotel
• Featuring Fax/Copying Service, Bar, and Halal meals provided.
• Guest Rated: 7.2/10 (330 Reviews)
• Only 0.27km away - easily reach Dean Village Edinburgh.
• € 86-€ 353 / night
2. Garner Hotel Edinburgh - Haymarket
• Featuring Dry Cleaning, Snack Bar, and Bar.
• Rated 8.4/10 based on 127 reviews.
• Just a 0.55km walk from Edinburgh International Conference Centre.
• Nightly rates: € 121 to € 430
3. Holiday Inn Express EDINBURGH - LEITH WATERFRONT by IHG
• Featuring Bar, Languages Spoken at Front Desk, and No Smoking in Public Areas.
• Rated 8.7/10 based on 200 reviews.
• Just a 0.39km walk from The Royal Yacht Britannia.
• Nightly rates: € 138 to € 519
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Hotel near West End,Edinburgh
Featured facilities: Snack Bar, Parking, Restaurant
330 reviews
7.2/10
1 night
From € 92
99+
Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town,Edinburgh
Featured facilities: Snack Bar, Dry Cleaning, Restaurant
Very Good
246 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From € 168
99+
Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town,Edinburgh
Featured facilities: Snack Bar, Shared Kitchen, Laundry Service (On-Site)
Very Good
52 reviews
8.7/10
1 night
From € 20
97
Hotel near West End,Edinburgh
Featured facilities: Snack Bar, Dry Cleaning, Parking
Very Good
127 reviews
8.4/10
1 night
From € 144
83
Hotels in Leith,Edinburgh
Featured facilities: Parking, Restaurant, Wardrobe
Very Good
199 reviews
8.7/10
1 night
From € 124
35
Good
46 reviews
7.9/10
1 night
From € 107
99+
Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town,Edinburgh
Featured facilities: Restaurant
Very Good
147 reviews
8.5/10
1 night
From € 16
70
Hotel near New Town,Edinburgh
Featured facilities: Shared Kitchen, Luggage Storage
Very Good
84 reviews
8.9/10
1 night
From € 40
41
Hotels in Edinburgh
Featured facilities: Parking, Restaurant, Luggage Storage
Very Good
117 reviews
8.2/10
1 night
From € 162
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Hotels in Edinburgh
This university complex, built in 2004, offers views of Arthur's Seat and is conveniently located near the Royal Mile, the Scottish Parliament, and the Palace of Holyrood. It features a 24-hour reception, 8 lifts, 3 cafés, a kiosk, a bar, and 2 restaurants with highchairs. Guests can also make use of 18 conference rooms, a public internet terminal (additional fees apply), and a laundry service (additional fee). Bicycle storage and free parking are available. The rooms include a bathroom with shower, direct dial telephone, TV, tea/coffee maker, and individual heating. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served buffet style, with a set menu option for lunch. Restaurants, a train station, bars, pubs and public transport are within 500 m, and shopping facilities are within 1 km. Edinburgh Airport is 12 km away.
"Check in was really straightforward. If you have any disabilities, they get you to complete a PEEP in case of emergency. They also have aids such as Deaf Alert (vibrating fire alert) that they lend for duration of stay.
The room was a decent size, with an ensuite bathroom. Towels and soap was included, but not shampoo.
Breakfast was included and there was plenty of choice ranging from a cooked breakfast to yoghurt, fruit and cereals.
Location-wise very close to Arthur’s Seat, so if you had the time and energy could easily take a walk up there. Lovely campus with lots of plants and beautiful buildings.
Location to Edinburgh centre - about 20-30 minutes walk. Easy to access transport if needed.
Only thing I felt they could have improved on was better signage in building regarding exits and stairways as took a few wrong turnings whilst there and ended up going out of different door than intended."
Outstanding
2 reviews
10/10
1 night
From € 100
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9.1/10
Great
韩韩舟顺The service attitude was great, and the environment was lovely too. However, the alarm in the room kept going off, and people kept knocking on the door to check throughout the night, so I barely got any sleep. I hope to receive official feedback regarding this.
Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
Hotel near Edinburgh Airport, Ingliston 30.2% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:€ 177
9.0/10
Great
GGuest UserWe had a lovely stay at the Ibis on the Royal mile. Our room was modern, adequate in size. The temperature was just right and the bed comfortable.
The location was excellent. We stayed at the back of the hotel and wasn’t bothered by a lot of noise. I would definitely recommend and will go back one day. An excellent choice and great value.
Ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile - Hunter Square
Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh 41.9% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:€ 226
8.9/10
Very Good
GGuest UserThe only thing that was good about this hotel was the location- the most central. Everything else was pretty bad. I have requested a room with a nice view for our special occasion but was given a room with the view of the industrial back wall. Called the manager and he came and apologised and said there were no other rooms left.
The room itself was outdated, looked like a hostel rather than a hotel. We have travelled a lot but this was the worst hotel we have stayed in. Our special occasion was ruined. The room was so tiny that it was difficult to squeeze a suitcase between the bed and the wall. The TV had no internet connected. There was no mini fridge. The bathroom entry door was a squeeze. The toilet was so close to the wall that you would be pushed into a wall. No toilet brush either.
For the expensive price paid they didn’t even give us a bottle of water or a biscuit. The restaurant is under refurbishment this time and they provide tea/coffee and pastries on level 3 for breakfast free. There is a limited expensive menu to order from reception to your room if you need.
The luggage storage facility is limited. When checking out many people were told there was no more room for the luggage storage and those people had to go and look for the pricey luggage storage outside. We met some people also complaining about the hotel. Will never come back to this hotel again.
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Hotel near New Town, Edinburgh 12.8% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:€ 197
8.9/10
Very Good
AAnonymous UserThe hotel is in a great location, very conveniently within walking distance of various major tourist attractions. The hotel itself has a charmingly antique feel and is close to Calton Hill, a great spot for sunset views. Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace are also within easy reach.
The Parliament House Hotel
Hotel near New Town, Edinburgh 12.8% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:€ 176
8.7/10
Very Good
GGuest UserThere's no phone in the room, so you have to email if you need anything. Slippers aren't provided, and there's no complimentary bottled water in the room. You can get hot and cold drinking water from the self-service area on the 1st floor. Breakfast is the no-cook kind. There's a bus stop nearby, making it convenient for dining out and sightseeing. Edinburgh Castle is also within walking distance. The staff, however, are all very friendly.
8.7/10
Very Good
GGuest UserExcellent Location, but Serious Security Lapses
I recently stayed at this hotel and found it to be a bit of a mixed bag. While there are some undeniable perks to the property, a few significant service and security issues made for a rather unsettling experience.
The Highlights
Prime Location: This is easily the hotel's strongest suit. It’s situated right next to Haymarket station, and there is a bus stop literally just outside the front door. Getting into the city centre takes no more than 10 minutes, making it a perfect base for exploring.
Commendable Service: The reception team provided a decent welcome. I’d like to give a special mention to Shreyas, who was incredibly helpful and professional throughout our interactions.
Quality Dining: We ate at the on-site restaurant and were pleasantly surprised. The food was of a high standard, and the waitstaff were attentive and friendly.
Room Maintenance & Tech Issues
Unfortunately, the shine started to wear off once we settled into the room:
Housekeeping Oversights: Despite this being a multi-day stay, the complimentary water bottles were never replaced after the first day.
Faulty Tech: The in-room tablet was practically useless. It kept restarting due to a battery fault; ironically, it even cut out while I was trying to use it to contact reception.
Privacy Concerns: When we requested extra toilet roll, the staff member who delivered it attempted to walk straight into the room using their key, rather than knocking and waiting for us to answer. It was a complete breach of basic hospitality etiquette.
A Major Security Concern
The most distressing part of the trip occurred on our second day. Upon returning to our room in the evening, we were shocked to find the main door open. It appears the cleaning staff had failed to secure the door after finishing their rounds.
Finding your hotel room left open to the public is, quite frankly, scary. It’s a massive security fail that overshadowed the rest of the stay. While the location is brilliant, the hotel desperately needs to tighten up its staff training and safety protocols.
Would I stay again? Only if I were certain that the security and maintenance issues had been addressed.
8.7/10
Very Good
GGuest UserThe room I booked was surprisingly spacious, exceeding my expectations. The environment was quiet and clean, and the hotel staff were very friendly. The breakfast spread was incredibly rich with a wide variety of desserts, definitely worth recommending. I was in a hurry when I left, so I forgot to take photos.
8.2/10
Very Good
XXinlangcaifucaifThis hotel is on par with a 2-star hotel in China. The breakfast was absolutely dreadful! Renting a car in Edinburgh is expensive, and exceeding the mileage limit is a huge rip-off. The Elephant House is a must-visit for Harry Potter fans. As for the Sichuan restaurant across the street, it was extremely unfriendly to Chinese people. No greetings upon arrival or departure, just stern faces throughout. They didn't even say a word when we paid the bill, let alone a 'thank you'!
Holiday Inn Express EDINBURGH - ROYAL MILE by IHG
Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh 41.9% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:€ 239
7.4/10
GGuest UserThe room was much better than expected, clean and comfortable. Self-service check-in and check-out were quick and convenient. If you don't know how to use it, you can call and ask for patient guidance. If you don't know how to use the access control, you can ask the staff. The location is far from the city center and various attractions, about 30 minutes walk, but you can take the bus.
In summary, it is still a good choice. After all, hotels in Edinburgh are crazy expensive. I will stay in this hotel again.
7.4/10
GGuest UserMy second stay here
Great location at a good price, in Edinburgh you will be outside most of the day in this great city so you just need a comfortable sleep at a good location which this hotel provides as it's at the tip of the royal mile and only few mins walk to Waverley bridge where you can get the airport express bus and also the train station, rooms have good Balmoral view
Just avoid the corner rooms cuz they have sluggish internet connection
Premier Inn Edinburgh City Centre Royal Mile
Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh 41.9% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:€ 214
FAQs
What are the popular 3 star hotels in Edinburgh?
Whether it's for a business trip or tourism to Edinburgh, Britannia Edinburgh Hotel (from € 86) , Garner Hotel Edinburgh - Haymarket (from € 121) and Holiday Inn Express EDINBURGH - LEITH WATERFRONT by IHG (from € 138) are all preferred hotels.
What’s the average rate for 3 star hotels in Edinburgh?
For 3 star hotels in Edinburgh, the average price on weekdays is € 345, and the average price on weekends (Friday to Saturday) is € 401.
Which 3 star hotels in Edinburgh offer fitness facilities?
Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport (from € 152) and Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh West End (from € 213) offer fitness facilities. Satisfy your fitness needs even while travelling!
Which 3 star hotels in Edinburgh have bars?
For 3 star hotels in Edinburgh with bars, Britannia Edinburgh Hotel (from € 86) , Garner Hotel Edinburgh - Haymarket (from € 121) and Holiday Inn Express EDINBURGH - LEITH WATERFRONT by IHG (from € 138) are very popular.
Which 3 star hotels in Edinburgh provide free Wi-Fi?
Internet connection is an essential condition for travel. Britannia Edinburgh Hotel (from € 86), Garner Hotel Edinburgh - Haymarket (from € 121) and Holiday Inn Express EDINBURGH - LEITH WATERFRONT by IHG (from € 138) are popular hotels with free Wi-Fi.
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| Highest price | € 1,762 |
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| Lowest price | € 100 |
| Number of reviews | 11,270 |
| Total properties | 208 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | € 345 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | € 401 |
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