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Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle is a popular museum in Edinburgh with a rich history. Add the area's shops or notable monuments 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 entertainment choices and fascinating museums 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 Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who call Edinburgh Zoo home during your travels in Edinburgh. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area, or seek out the golf courses.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Portobello Hotel Deals
Best Western Kings Manor Hotel
Yes room was good, we had a dog friendly room for my friends service dog. Spa was lovely and clean, staff were great to help with all information we needed Reception staff were really helpful. We were room only but had breakfast on one day. Was ok. We went to portobello cafe much better
Reviewed on 5 January 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
The room is spacious including with the swimming pool and the sauna is good for family. The view of our hotel is the castle. Staff is very helpful, thank you for Alistair and his team.
Reviewed on 4 January 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Lovely welcome and a lovely surprise that room was ready early. Great location but room so quiet despite central location. 5 stars recommendation
Reviewed on 4 January 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
All good
Reviewed on 5 January 2026
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Staff was kind and helpful Room was clean- no maid service during stay but could go to front desk for more items Breakfast is buffet and was not kept very hot Only one or two outlets for charging
Reviewed on 6 January 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West
The staff was very courteous, helpful and very polite and kind
Reviewed on 5 January 2026
Other neighborhoods around Portobello
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
Leith
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.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Festival Theatre and Royal Commonwealth Pool are top sights worth seeing.
Broughton
Travelers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery and Sherlock Holmes Statue while you're in town.
Old Town Edinburgh
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.
Edinburgh City Centre
While you're in Edinburgh City Centre, take in top sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle, and hop on the metro to see more the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
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- Portobello Beach
- Joppa Shore
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- Murrayfield Stadium
- University of Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Grassmarket
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- George Street
- Dean Village
- St. Andrew Square
- Princes Street Gardens
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre
- Usher Hall
- Royal Highland Centre
- Edinburgh Park
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- Arthur's Seat
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Heriot-Watt University
- National Museum of Scotland
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Calton Hill
- Rosslyn Chapel
- Omni Centre Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Port
- Victoria Street
- Royal Infirmary
- Dalhousie Castle
