GRASSMARKET HOTEL, Edinburgh

Grassmarket Hotel - A Historic District EDI Hotel with Comic-Themed Decor and Castle Views

Located in Edinburgh's vibrant Old Town, this 3-star EDI hotel features 42 rooms spread across five floors. The Grassmarket Hotel's distinctive interior includes Dandy comic book wallpaper, cabin trunk wardrobes, and magnetic wall maps for sightseeing planning. Each room comes equipped with air conditioning, rainfall showers, iPod docks, and tea-making facilities. A connecting door in the lobby leads to Biddy Mulligan's bar, which serves continental breakfast and hosts live music seven nights weekly. Guest rooms feature flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, and luxury Arran toiletries. The property sits at the corner of historic Victoria Street, known for its colorful buildings and cobblestone paths. Major attractions within 1640.4 ft include Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, The Writers' Museum, and the National Museum of Scotland.

Pros

Live music performances by local bands every night at the adjacent Biddy Mulligan's

Unique room designs with chalkboard walls and graphic novel collections

Walking distance to multiple historic attractions and cultural sites

Victoria Street location offers access to independent shops and authentic Scottish pubs

Cons

The Q-Park Car Park at Omni Centre is a 15-minute walk away

Lobby space is limited