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Last updated: October 2026

Edinburgh — Traveler Guide

Best Hotels with Swimming Pools in Edinburgh (2026)

Hotels in Edinburgh with a swimming pool, ranked by Booking.com guest score.

The Balmoral Hotel

★ Our top pick

The Balmoral Hotel

★ 9.2 Superb · Old Town

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The Balmoral Hotel

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The Best Hotels with Swimming Pools in Edinburgh (2026) at a Glance

  1. 1. The Balmoral Hotel · Old Town · ★ 9.2 Superb
  2. 2. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG · Edinburgh City Centre · ★ 8.8 Excellent
  3. 3. Novotel Edinburgh Park · Edinburgh · ★ 8.8 Excellent
  4. 4. Apex Waterloo Place Hotel · Edinburgh City Centre · ★ 8.7 Excellent
  5. 5. Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa · Edinburgh City Centre · ★ 8.7 Excellent

6 places · Checked October 2026

Our Picks

Best Hotels with Swimming Pools in Edinburgh (2026)

6 places · Checked October 2026

The Balmoral Hotel — Old Town
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★ 9.2 Superb

In Old Town. Booking.com puts it about 600 m from the centre. Guests score it 9.2 out of 10 across 1,140 Booking.com reviews. It has a swimming pool, according to Booking.com.

  • Pool
  • Top rated
  • Central
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★ 9.2 guest score from 1,140 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation

Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG — Edinburgh City Centre
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★ 8.8 Excellent

Edinburgh City Centre

Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

In Edinburgh City Centre. Booking.com puts it about 900 m from the centre. Guests score it 8.8 out of 10 across 1,551 Booking.com reviews. It has a swimming pool, according to Booking.com.

  • Pool
  • Central
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★ 8.8 guest score from 1,551 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation

Novotel Edinburgh Park — Edinburgh
3
★ 8.8 Excellent

In Edinburgh. Booking.com puts it about 7.7 km from the centre. Guests score it 8.8 out of 10 across 4,523 Booking.com reviews. It has a swimming pool, according to Booking.com.

  • Pool
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★ 8.8 guest score from 4,523 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel — Edinburgh City Centre
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★ 8.7 Excellent

Edinburgh City Centre

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

In Edinburgh City Centre. Booking.com puts it about 700 m from the centre. Guests score it 8.7 out of 10 across 4,792 Booking.com reviews. It has a swimming pool, according to Booking.com.

  • Pool
  • Most reviewed
  • Central
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★ 8.7 guest score from 4,792 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation

Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa — Edinburgh City Centre
5
★ 8.7 Excellent

Edinburgh City Centre

Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa

In Edinburgh City Centre. Booking.com puts it about 900 m from the centre. Guests score it 8.7 out of 10 across 3,467 Booking.com reviews. It has a swimming pool, according to Booking.com.

  • Pool
  • Central
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★ 8.7 guest score from 3,467 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation

The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton — West End
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★ 8.7 Excellent

In West End. Booking.com puts it about 900 m from the centre. Guests score it 8.7 out of 10 across 1,467 Booking.com reviews. It has a swimming pool, according to Booking.com.

  • Pool
  • Central
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★ 8.7 guest score from 1,467 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation

About This Guide

How we picked: every place in this guide is one Booking.com lists with a swimming pool, ranked by guest score and weighted by how many reviews it has. Policies can change, so confirm on the booking page before you pay. Checked in October 2026.

Insider Tips

  • 1

    Book directly with the hotel for the best rate guarantee and potential upgrades.

  • 2

    Read recent guest reviews for the most up-to-date assessment of facilities.

  • 3

    Consider visiting during shoulder season for better rates and fewer crowds.

  • 4

    Ask the concierge for local recommendations — they know Edinburgh better than any guidebook.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Are hotel pools open to non-guests?

Some hotels offer day passes for pool access, especially in resort-style properties. Contact the hotel directly for availability and pricing.

Are pools heated during cooler months?

Indoor pools are heated year-round. Many outdoor pools are heated seasonally, with some luxury properties maintaining them year-round under retractable roofs or with heating systems.

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