Dalmeny
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Castle
Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.
Royal Mile
Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
University of Edinburgh
The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket
Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh
Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Top hotels in Dalmeny
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Loved our balcony room. Cozy bed. Great staff. Easy walkable location to the Royal Mile and Victoria Street, the fountains and the Scott Monument. Overall central location. Pool is nice too. Highly recommend a balcony room.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Overall our stay was good. Only disappointment was the bar when we came back one evening wanting a drink. We were advised that they could not take payment for drinks after 11pm and that we were to speak to reception and give our credit card details and that they would charge a £50 holding fee, which ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Beautiful room with a king bed and separate living room. Bathroom very nice. I stayed a week and it was so comfortable to have the space. Highly recommend this place. Right across the street from the hop on hop off bus as well.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Actually the best hostel to stay! Very safe very accessible and really nice atmosphere. Best part is the group chat with other travelers to do activities with! Just pretty awesome!!
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Good location and breakfast, will stay next time
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
YOTEL Edinburgh
Great location and clean rooms
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dalmeny
Murrayfield
If you're spending time in Murrayfield, you might enjoy attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and FountainPark. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the notable features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St Bernard's Well while you're exploring.
Fountainbridge
If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.
