Portobello

Edinburgh

Panoramic view of Edinburgh's Portobello beach and esplanade at sunrise. Scotland, UK; Shutterstock ID 494685067
Panoramic view of Edinburgh's Portobello beach and esplanade at sunrise. Scotland, UK; Shutterstock ID 494685067
I went there on a Sunday and all the stores were closed. I just ended up walking along the shore in the British cold weather while the Scots get along with their weekend life. It was a cloudy day like any regular UK weather. #beach
bonnie sunset set the sand off...
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Best Western Kings Manor Hotel

Best Western Kings Manor Hotel

3 out of 5
100 Milton Road East Edinburgh Scotland
The price is HK$435 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
HK$435
HK$522 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Yes everything was great

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Best Western Kings Manor Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is HK$679 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
HK$679
HK$815 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,398 reviews)
The staff were amazingly helpful!

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

4 out of 5
111 Glasgow Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is HK$513 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
HK$513
HK$615 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8/10 Very Good! (632 reviews)
Great staff.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is HK$469 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
HK$469
HK$563 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,092 reviews)
Amazing staff, couldn't do enough. Made birthday boy feel so special on his 40th birthday celebrations 🎈 thankyou

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5 out of 5
1 India Buildings Edinburgh Scotland
The price is HK$1,301 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
HK$1,301
HK$1,562 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,366 reviews)
Loved my stay here!

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is HK$734 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
HK$734
HK$880 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,975 reviews)
Room was a good size with a great shower. Mini fridge and complimentary water was amazing. Pool was very pleasant and staff were nice and friendly. Location was absolutely incredible and couldnt be any better.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Portobello

The debating chamber of the Scottish Government.

Holyrood

While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.

Holyrood
Leith

Leith

5/5(1 area review)

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre 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
Outside my livingroom window 😎

Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Southside
Newington

Newington

4.5/5(272 area reviews)

Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Pickering's Gin Distillery while you're exploring the area.

Newington
Broughton

Broughton

Travellers 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.

Broughton
Old Town Edinburgh showing street scenes, outdoor eating and a city

Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(1,168 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Old Town Edinburgh


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