New Town Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in New Town, Edinburgh

Those looking for a historical tour will want to plan a trip to New Town. Be sure to check out the major shopping area and acclaimed art scene while you’re here. You can also discover the area’s lively festivals.

Based on our travel expertise, Market Street Hotel is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi. Royal Mile is a short walk away. Other choices close to historic sites include Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel, an IHG Hotel and Old Waverley Hotel.

In New Town, you’ll find 459 hotels bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

New Town is notable for landmarks like Assembly Rooms, Georgian House and Church of St Andrew & St George. Known for its festivals and museums, cultural venues include Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Scottish National Portrait Gallery and Bourne Fine Art. Princes Street is another popular sight to explore.

Guests who book a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a place that has an official historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the communal spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in New Town, bringing the history to life.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels are generally what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, while every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the usual amenities found in a hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in New Town, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.