Fraser Suites Edinburgh

This international chain – with establishments from Bahrain to Wuxi – opened in Edinburgh in this central site, just off the Royal Mile, in 2009. It's sort of a hotel, but not, given that all rooms and suites – done out in contemporary boutique style – have at least some self-catering facilities. You can choose from a basic room with microwave and fridge to a suite with a full kitchen and a stunning outlook from its balcony.