An insider's guide to the best hotels on Princes Street, Edinburgh main shopping thoroughfare, including the top places to stay for stylish interiors, luxurious rooms, sumptuous spas, Michelin-starred restaurants and great afternoon teas, near to Edinburgh Castle, Waverley station, the National Gallery and the Old Town.
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When nothing will do but a castle view â and letâs face it, Edinburgh Castle is an eyeful from any angle â these hotels deliver. You can take it all in from Princes Street (also known as shoppingcentral), or perched above the Royal Mile with Greyfriars Bobby, St Giles Cathedral and picture-perfect Victoria Street mere steps away. Youâll find rooms with views in all these hotels, from the stylishly simple to luxurious budget-busters. Come for the Festival or at Hogmanay and youâll getall that and fireworks, too. Here s our pick of the best hotels near Edinburgh Castle, featuring the top places to stay for romantic restaurants, elegant rooms, cosy bars and stylish interiors, near Waverley Station and the Royal Mile.