Colinton
Edinburgh
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
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Royal Mile, a favorite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can enjoy retail therapy at Princes Street. Experience the fascinating museums 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 notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium, and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Colinton Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
"Clean room, comfortable bed. The hallway was due for a paint job. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Reached rental car return at airport in under 15 minutes."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"An ideal location for a first time visit to Edinburgh with all the sites within walking distance. Staff were friendly and helpful when asked for assistance. However, don’t be fooled by castle view rooms as we booked a superior castle view and found ourselves on first floor looking upto the castle ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
"Awesome location right in the middle of everything"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
"Fantastic location. The staff at the front desk were super helpful and knowledgeable with our questions. The rooms were a good size. The showers were a little odd, but overall I would stay here again."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
"Great location but room cleanliness was disappointing"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
"Our stay was wonderful.All of the staff were so friendly and helpful. The rooms and grounds were very clean and well maintained. Breakfast was wonderful, we highly recommend purchasing the breakfast with your stay. This was one of the best hotels we stayed in during our travel of 4 countries. ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighborhoods around Colinton
Morningside
Morningside is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and The Braid Hills while you're in town.
Bruntsfield
Bruntsfield is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Links or Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course.
Murrayfield
Take time in Murrayfield to visit attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Haymarket
In the heart of Edinburgh, Haymarket boasts a variety of pubs, cafés, and restaurants, with historic Ryries Pub as a highlight. Easily accessible, it offers Haymarket railway station, tram connections, and various bus routes for convenient travel.
Marchmont
Marchmont is noteworthy for its bars, and you can plan an outing to Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile while you're in town.
West End
Visitors to West End love its popular shops, and you can check out Dean Village and Johnnie Walker Princes Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Haymarket Tram Station.
