Craigleith

Edinburgh

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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle which includes château or palace and heritage elements

Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(1,009 reviews)

Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.

Edinburgh Castle
Princes Street

Princes Street

4.5/5(628 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Princes Street
The Royal Mile showing street scenes, heritage architecture and a house

Royal Mile

4.5/5(575 reviews)

Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.

Royal Mile
University of Edinburgh which includes heritage architecture and heritage elements

University of Edinburgh

4.5/5(233 reviews)

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.

University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo featuring land animals and zoo animals

Edinburgh Zoo

4.5/5(204 reviews)

See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.

Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

4.5/5(187 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Things to do

Edinburgh station on sunny day

Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets

HK$2,692
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets
Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

HK$184
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Inveraray Castle

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

HK$717
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

HK$312
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

HK$625
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

HK$194
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
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Top hotels in Craigleith

Village Hotel Edinburgh
Village Hotel Edinburgh
4 out of 5
140 Crewe Road South, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$1,536 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
HK$1,536
HK$1,843 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel was good. Loved that there was a Starbucks on site as well as a bar & grill. Staff were lovely. Easy enough to leave the car there and get an uber into the main city. My only real issue was that there was only shampoo in the shower and no conditioner.. for a girl with medium-long hair, ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Village Hotel Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is HK$1,890 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
HK$1,890
HK$2,268 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,961 reviews)
"It was wonderful to be located under the castle and so close."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is HK$1,888 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
HK$1,888
HK$2,266 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,739 reviews)
"Anastasia greeted us and helped us with parking and luggage and made us feel particularly welcome. Everyone at the hotel is well trained in customer service and helping guests to be comfortable. The location is great, food is fine, would return."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is HK$1,283 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
HK$1,283
HK$1,539 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Great updated large rooms. excellent dinner options and a large Bar area. good parking"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
YOTEL Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is HK$1,493 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
HK$1,493
HK$1,792 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,267 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel and fantastic value! Rooms are small but very comfortable, shower was amazing. Beds and pillows are firm but we really enjoyed our stay and would happily book with Yotel again!"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

YOTEL Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is HK$886 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
HK$886
HK$1,063 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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! (928 reviews)
"The Court is in a central location in Edinburgh. You can walk to anything. The staff and food are wonderful!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
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Other neighbourhoods around Craigleith

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Stockbridge

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

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.

Stockbridge
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West End

4/5(668 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Princes Street to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.

West End
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Haymarket

4.5/5(22 area reviews)

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.

Haymarket
Edinburgh which includes night scenes and heritage architecture

New Town

4.5/5(1,225 area reviews)

Travellers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Princes Street and Assembly Rooms.

New Town
Calton Hill which includes general coastal views, a city and skyline

Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Princes Street or Royal Mile and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

Edinburgh City Centre
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Tollcross

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.

Tollcross

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