Edinburgh and Lothian

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Edinburgh Castle showing a garden
Edinburgh Castle showing a garden
Edinburgh featuring a church or cathedral, religious aspects and interior views
Scottish National Gallery featuring art and interior views
Edinburgh Castle which includes a small town or village

Where to stay in Edinburgh and Lothian

Balmoral Hotel 8

Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Edinburgh Castle 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
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 Edinburgh Castle to Royal Mile – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Old Town Edinburgh
Edinburgh showing 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 Assembly Rooms and George Street.

New Town
Tollcross

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
Panoramic view over Leith in Edinburgh from above - travel photography

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
Aerial view of sunset over Murrayfield International Stadium and residential neighborhood in Gorgie, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom.

Gorgie

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.

Gorgie
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is HK$720 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
HK$720
HK$864 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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! (2,417 reviews)
Clean room and excellent service, definitely recommend it!

Reviewed on 20 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$523 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
HK$523
HK$628 total
26 Jan - 27 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! (636 reviews)
Clean and spacious room

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5 out of 5
1 India Buildings Edinburgh Scotland
The price is HK$1,333 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
HK$1,333
HK$1,600 total
8 Feb - 9 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! (1,370 reviews)
The staff was amazing. Incredible location and the room was exemplary. Great amenities. We're hoping to make it back someday.

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,371 reviews)
Cocina muy bien equipada y limpia. El wifi no es bueno

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

4 out of 5
26 King's Stables Road Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,110 reviews)
Small, but everything you could want or need for a romantic, easy and adventure filled stay in Edinburgh. Very central to everything.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

4 out of 5
121 Grove St Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this apartment in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (535 reviews)
Enjoyed this stay of 6 nights. Comfortable suite, convenient location, courteous and helpful staff. Loved the tea and coffee station as complementry. Would visit again. I highly recommend this property.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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