Royal Mile Suites by the Castle

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7.7
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based on 2659 reviews
2,659 reviews
3 James Court 493 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PB, United Kingdom
3 James Court 493 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh
+44 748 063 8252
Fri 2/10
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Sat 3/10
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Located within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Bus Station, Royal Mile Suites by the Castle is a convenient base when visiting Edinburgh. It is also set only minutes away from Edinburgh Castle.

Royal Mile Suites by the Castle offers comfortable rooms, equipped to fit the requirements of any traveller.

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station is within a five-minute walk from the inn, making it easy to get to the centre and other areas of the City. Princes Street, University of Edinburgh and the National Museum of Scotland are also all nearby.

7.7
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Amenities at Royal Mile Suites by the Castle

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Private bathroom
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • Cribs available
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

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4.8
Mediocre
Kathleen, Jul 2017
Pros (+) If you like being in the middle of the tourist trap it is perfect.
Cons (-) They are not up front about several things. First there is no one at the place to handle problems. No desk, no phone number. Just email. Second, the only way to get in is by a terrible spiral stone staircase, so it is very hard to get large suitcases up. Third, when I made the reservation they immediately charged me and sent an email that I would be on the fourth floor. I made the reservation mont...
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Location

3 James Court 493 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PB

What's nearby

  • St Giles' Cathedral198 yd
  • Princes Street Gardens310 yd
  • Grassmarket312 yd
  • Edinburgh Castle375 yd
  • Princes Street386 yd
  • National Museum of Scotland423 yd
  • The Royal Mile0.3 mi
  • St. Andrew Square0.4 mi
  • University of Edinburgh0.4 mi
  • Edinburgh City Centre0.4 mi
  • Calton Hill0.6 mi
  • Scottish Parliament Building0.7 mi

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Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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February
May
£204
£292
Cheapest month to stay with an average 70% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 122% rise in price.
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Royal Mile Suites by the Castle?

The cheapest month to stay at Royal Mile Suites by the Castle is January, with an average nightly rate of £126. The most expensive month is August at £523 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Royal Mile Suites by the Castle?

The cheapest day to book Royal Mile Suites by the Castle is Sunday, with an average nightly rate of £73. The most expensive day is Thursday at £336 per night.

How far in advance should you book Royal Mile Suites by the Castle?

To get the best price at Royal Mile Suites by the Castle, book around 1 week in advance. This could save you approximately 51% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Royal Mile Suites by the Castle

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Royal Mile Suites by the Castle, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Royal Mile Suites by the Castle, plan to stay on a Sunday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Royal Mile Suites by the Castle was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £216, while the most expensive was £216.
  • How long should you stay at Royal Mile Suites by the Castle? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Royal Mile Suites by the Castle

  • Where is Royal Mile Suites by the Castle located?

    Royal Mile Suites by the Castle is located at 3 James Court 493 Lawnmarket in Old Town, 0.2 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. St Giles' Cathedral is the closest landmark to Royal Mile Suites by the Castle.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Royal Mile Suites by the Castle?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Royal Mile Suites by the Castle.

  • Does Royal Mile Suites by the Castle offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Royal Mile Suites by the Castle offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Royal Mile Suites by the Castle from the airport?

    Royal Mile Suites by the Castle is 6.9 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Royal Mile Suites by the Castle is 35.3 miles from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Royal Mile Suites by the Castle hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Royal Mile Suites by the Castle in Edinburgh and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Royal Mile Suites by the Castle and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Royal Mile Suites by the Castle.

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Distance to airport

0.2 mi
Edinburgh Turnhouse
6.9 mi

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