Edinburgh

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Calton Hill showing a sunset, a city and skyline

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Where to stay in Edinburgh

Old Town which includes street scenes and heritage elements

Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(1,280 area reviews)

Old Town Edinburgh is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile.

Old Town Edinburgh
Calton Hill which includes skyline, general coastal views and a city

Edinburgh City Centre

While you're in Edinburgh City Centre, take in top sights like Edinburgh Castle or Princes Street, and hop on the metro to see more the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

Edinburgh City Centre
Royal Yacht Britannia featuring boating and interior views

Leith

3/5(1 area review)

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Links and Edinburgh Port are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Leith
Edinburgh which includes night scenes and heritage architecture

New Town

4.5/5(898 area reviews)

Travelers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Princes Street and Assembly Rooms.

New Town
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Haymarket

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

Take time in Haymarket to visit attractions like Princes Street and FountainPark. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Haymarket Tram Station to see more of the city.

Haymarket
National Library of Scotland which includes signage and interior views

Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, Festival Theatre and The Meadows are top sights worth seeing.

Southside
Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket
Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket
4 out of 5
1 Morrison Link, Midlothian, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is SAR210 per night from Jun 23 to Jun 24
SAR210
per night
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,600 reviews)
Nice stay in Edinburgh
"Room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly at the desk. Bartender was a bit short with us when we wanted to order dessert and a drink two different evenings, otherwise great stay."

Reviewed on 5 Jun, 2024

Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is SAR290 per night from Jul 4 to Jul 5
SAR290
per night
Jul 4 - Jul 5
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,092 reviews)
"Perfect location.. beautiful hotel"

Reviewed on 7 Jun, 2024

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is SAR278 per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
SAR278
per night
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,089 reviews)
"Fine, renovated old hotel within an easy walk from Waverly Train Station & near the large St. James shopping arcade. Helpful staff."

Reviewed on 6 Jun, 2024

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
3.5 out of 5
231 Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,632 reviews)
"I really liked this place for the most part. The location was good for everything touristy, it was equipped with everything you need to cook, the bathroom was clean with nice water pressure, dishwasher worked well, nice view, the staff were friendly enough without being over the top. I LOVED the ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jun, 2024

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
4 out of 5
26 King's Stables Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (522 reviews)
"Very modern and spacious. Amazing location!"

Reviewed on 31 May, 2024

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
Fraser Suites Edinburgh
Fraser Suites Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Fraser Suites Edinburgh, 12 - 26 St Giles Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,699 reviews)
Perfect Stay in Edinburgh
"We had a great 2 night stay at the Fraser Suites. This was our second stay at this hotel and it was just as great as the first time. The hotel is right off the Royal Mile, convenient to restaurants, shopping, and historical sites. The rooms are nice, the bed comfortable, and the shower HOT! We will ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jun, 2024

Fraser Suites Edinburgh
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Edinburgh

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Edinburgh is both charming and cosmopolitan, with a lot of history and modern amenities. The food scene is exploding and quite remarkable. We can see spending a week with some day trips to nearby sights.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Edinburgh is one of our favorite places in the world. We love the people, the atmosphere of the city, and the culture.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Wow such a beautiful place. Would love to go again. The entire place feels like a movie. Did not see anything run down. The Royal Mile, zoo castle and more. Would recommend 100%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The Mary King Close was worth a visit, the tour takes you down three levels of the streets and accommodation of old Edinburgh now underneath the Exchange Square.

5/5 - Excellent

Alex

Loved all the castles and walk to shops

5/5 - Excellent

Lou

Edinburgh is beautiful!

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