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.
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Where to stay in Edinburgh
Edinburgh City Centre
While you're in Edinburgh City Centre, take in top sights like Edinburgh Castle or Scott Monument, and hop on the metro to see more the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
Old Town Edinburgh
4.5/5(1,280 area reviews)
Preserving its medieval street plan, this UNESCO World Heritage Site features the Royal Mile, St. Giles' Cathedral, and the National Museum of Scotland. Explore narrow closes and hidden passages for a unique experience.
New Town
4.5/5(898 area reviews)
Discover original neo-classical and Georgian architecture in this UNESCO World Heritage Site, housing the National Gallery of Scotland and the Royal Scottish Academy Building. Shop along Princes Street, George Street, and the newly redeveloped St James Quarter.
Leith
3/5(1 area review)
Undergoing significant regeneration, Leith boasts a busy port, the Royal Yacht Britannia, and Ocean Terminal shopping centre. The shore area offers charming pubs and restaurants, while cultural attractions include Leith Theatre and Leith School of Art.
Tollcross
4.5/5(34 area reviews)
Travelers come to Tollcross for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Usher Hall and Forth and Clyde and Union Canals Trail while you're in town.
West End
4.5/5(193 area reviews)
Visitors to West End love its popular shops, and you can check out Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Dean Village. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Haymarket Tram Station.
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AED 524 per night from Dec 16 to Dec 17
AED 524
AED 628 total
16 Dec - 17 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,315 reviews)
The room was clean and comfortable, the location was perfect, staff very friendly!
Reviewed on 30 November 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AED 272 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
AED 272
AED 326 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,037 reviews)
Lovely clean bed linen, polite & helpful staff
Reviewed on 26 November 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
1 a Parliament Square Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AED 336 per night from Dec 18 to Dec 19
AED 336
AED 403 total
18 Dec - 19 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostal in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,032 reviews)
Clean room, cosy and comfortable pod, helpful staff and friendly atmosphere.
Reviewed on 29 November 2025
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.
PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
121 Grove St Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this apartment in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (508 reviews)
From the warm friendly welcome to the home from home apartment, we couldn't have asked for a better stay. We will definitely be back!
Reviewed on 28 November 2025
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,338 reviews)
Clean room, pleasant staff, quiet and good location. On the down side - the shower is quite poor.
Reviewed on 25 November 2025
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
26 King's Stables Road Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,072 reviews)
Everything was great. The location is walking distance to almost everything. The breakfast is great. Highly recommend staying at this proper.
Reviewed on 1 December 2025
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.
Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle is a popular museum in Edinburgh with a rich history. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Royal Mile
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Royal Mile. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can enjoy retail therapy at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this walkable area.
University of Edinburgh
Walk around the campus at University of Edinburgh during your visit to Edinburgh. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.
Edinburgh Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who call Edinburgh Zoo home during your travels in Edinburgh. Discover the lively festivals in this walkable area, or seek out the golf courses.
Reviews of Edinburgh
4.8
Top Destination
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!
Other places like Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- Murrayfield Stadium
- University of Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Grassmarket
- George Street
- St. Andrew Square
- Princes Street Gardens
- Dean Village
- Portobello Beach
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre
- Usher Hall
- Edinburgh Park
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- Royal Highland Centre
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- National Museum of Scotland
- Arthur's Seat
- Omni Centre Edinburgh
- Calton Hill
- Heriot-Watt University
- The Hub
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Rosslyn Chapel
- Victoria Street
- Royal Infirmary
- Edinburgh Port
- Livingston Designer Outlet
