2 Best Hotels in Edinburgh, Edinburgh and the Lothians

Standing out along an elegant and tranquil West End terrace, this excellent B&B is the Scottish outpost of supertrendy B+B Belgravia of London; the imposing Victorian mansion combines grand public spaces with affordable modern accommodation. An elegant entrance, hallway, and handsome original features—including marble and carved wood—are complemented by quirky lights and furniture. The building has a double-height library and a lounge bar crammed with interesting artwork and antiques, as well as views down to leafy Dean Village and the Water of Leith from the large breakfast room. The contemporary bedrooms offer muted colors and simple but stylish decor: think gray walls, large artwork, and big comfy beds.

Located on swanky George Street, Eden Locke offers a range of design-led apartments and studios with pastel-hued Scandinavian-style decor, plenty of greenery, contemporary furniture, and well-equipped kitchens. Breakfast is extra and served in the laid-back café lounge which is also a great place to hang out and plan your adventures.