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Last updated: October 2026

Edinburgh — Traveler Guide

Best Hotels & Aparthotels for Long Stays in Edinburgh (2026)

Apartments and aparthotels in Edinburgh rated 8 or higher by Booking.com guests, with the space and kitchen a stay of a few weeks or a month needs.

The Townhouse, Leith

★ Our top pick

The Townhouse, Leith

★ 9.6 Exceptional · Leith

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The Townhouse, Leith

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The Best Hotels & Aparthotels for Long Stays in Edinburgh (2026) at a Glance

  1. 1. The Townhouse, Leith · Leith · ★ 9.6 Exceptional
  2. 2. Edinburgh Aparthotel · Edinburgh · ★ 9.5 Exceptional
  3. 3. Gilmour's Entry Apartment · Newington · ★ 9.7 Exceptional
  4. 4. RÌGH Residences - George Street · Edinburgh City Centre · ★ 9.4 Superb
  5. 5. WM Garden Cottage · Newington · ★ 9.7 Exceptional

7 places · Checked October 2026

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Best Hotels & Aparthotels for Long Stays in Edinburgh (2026)

7 places · Checked October 2026

The Townhouse, Leith — Leith
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★ 9.6 Exceptional

In Leith. Booking.com puts it about 3.3 km from the centre. Guests score it 9.6 out of 10 across 474 Booking.com reviews. Listed on Booking.com as an apartment-style stay.

  • Apartment-style
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★ 9.6 guest score from 474 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation

Edinburgh Aparthotel — Edinburgh
2
★ 9.5 Exceptional

In Edinburgh. Booking.com puts it about 1.7 km from the centre. Guests score it 9.5 out of 10 across 1,933 Booking.com reviews. Listed on Booking.com as an apartment-style stay.

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  • Apartment-style
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★ 9.5 guest score from 1,933 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation

Gilmour's Entry Apartment — Newington
3
★ 9.7 Exceptional

In Newington. Booking.com puts it about 800 m from the centre. Guests score it 9.7 out of 10 across 165 Booking.com reviews. Listed on Booking.com as an apartment-style stay.

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  • Central
  • Apartment-style
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★ 9.7 guest score from 165 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation

RÌGH Residences - George Street — Edinburgh City Centre
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★ 9.4 Superb

In Edinburgh City Centre. Booking.com puts it about 700 m from the centre. Guests score it 9.4 out of 10 across 1,067 Booking.com reviews. Listed on Booking.com as an apartment-style stay.

  • Central
  • Apartment-style
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★ 9.4 guest score from 1,067 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation

WM Garden Cottage — Newington
5
★ 9.7 Exceptional

In Newington. Booking.com puts it about 2 km from the centre. Guests score it 9.7 out of 10 across 120 Booking.com reviews. Listed on Booking.com as an apartment-style stay.

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  • Apartment-style
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★ 9.7 guest score from 120 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation

Penthouse Ocean View Luxury Penthouse — Leith
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★ 9.4 Superb

In Leith. Booking.com puts it about 4.2 km from the centre. Guests score it 9.4 out of 10 across 216 Booking.com reviews. Listed on Booking.com as an apartment-style stay.

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★ 9.4 guest score from 216 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation

The David Hume Residence — Old Town
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★ 9.7 Exceptional

In Old Town. Booking.com puts it about 100 m from the centre. Guests score it 9.7 out of 10 across 118 Booking.com reviews. Listed on Booking.com as an apartment-style stay.

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  • Central
  • Apartment-style
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★ 9.7 guest score from 118 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation

About This Guide

How we picked: these are apartments and aparthotels in Edinburgh rated 8 or higher by Booking.com guests, so you usually get a kitchen and more space for a longer stay. Checked in October 2026.

Insider Tips

  • 1

    Negotiate rates directly with the hotel for stays over 14 nights — they often beat online prices.

  • 2

    Check if utilities and WiFi are included in quoted weekly/monthly rates.

  • 3

    Ask about loyalty programme benefits for extended stays — some offer free upgrades.

  • 4

    Request a unit near laundry facilities for maximum convenience.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do long-stay hotels have kitchens?

Most properties featured here include kitchenettes with a refrigerator, microwave, and stovetop at minimum. Full kitchens with ovens and dishwashers are available at many aparthotels.

Are there discounts for longer bookings?

Weekly and monthly rates are standard for long-stay properties, often 20-40% less than the nightly rate. The longer you stay, the better the rate typically becomes.

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