
According to 19th century writer Robert Louis Stevenson, "Edinburgh is what Paris ought to be". Situated beside the North Sea and not far from the wild beauty of the lochs and moors, the city of Edinburgh is straight out of a fairy tale. The dark, romantic silhouettes of the
A city which is both steeped in history and yet which is enjoying a cultural boom, Edinburgh is a cosmopolitan place which boasts a host of festivals and traditional celebrations, such as
Your stay in Edinburgh will naturally include an exploration of the cobbled Old Town. Discover the roots of Scotland musical traditions at the
No visit to Edinburgh would be complete without a dram of whisky! Scotland is of course internationally famous for this drink and you will find a host of distilleries here, many of which can be visited.
Perched on a rocky outcrop in the Old Town,
If you are visiting with the family, don't miss
Edinburgh is also the city of festivals par excellence. A dozen or so major festivals are organised each year, including the famous
Edinburgh, which has been called the Athens of the North thanks to its neoclassical architecture, is a lively and contemporary city, yet one which has remained faithful to its historic heritage and its traditions.
For information on all your tourism needs, such as visas, healthcare and useful numbers, make sure to read our Practical Information guide before you go on holiday.
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Book into a fine 3-star Edinburgh hotel, ideally located in the city centre's popular Princes Street. Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel has great views of Edinburgh Castle. Complimentary high speed WiFi is available in the 169 stylish guest rooms and throughout the hotel. Princes Dining Room and Bar are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner; as well as for light snacks and drinks.
396 m from the city center
ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile's prime location sets you right in the city's nerve centre for the duration of your stay. And whether you're in town to shop, party, take care of business or all of the above, our modern décor, friendly staff, hearty breakfast spread and spotless modern rooms come together to provide you with the ultimate mini break - for a lot less than you might think.
402 m from the city center
From the extensive continental breakfast spread each morning and 24-hour snack service, to the ever-cheery welcome at our on-site bar and restaurant, we work hard to make sure bellies are full and hearts are happy from sunup until well after sundown. And tucked away as we are in one of the prettiest districts of Edinburgh, your trip to this captivating Celtic charmer of a city is off to a braw start!
457 m from the city center
The Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile benefits from an ideal location. The Aparthotel is situated in the city centre on the famous Royal Mile, with many restaurants, shops and historic buildings to explore. The Holyrood Palace and Edinburgh Castle are only a short walk away, with Waverley train station accessible by a 5 minute walk. The Aparthotel provides 146 new and fully equipped apartments, from studios for 2 persons to 1 bedroom apartments for 4 persons.
522 m from the city center
We think you'll agree that our location is perfect, but we all know it's what's on the inside that really counts. Our welcoming 24hr bar is stocked with a great selection of Scottish beers and spirits, our fibre Wi-Fi is free and speedy, and we have a beautiful outdoor courtyard for relaxing with a tipple - when the inclement Scottish weather behaves itself. And with a room upgrade option available, you'll certainly enjoy plenty for your money at ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge.
650 m from the city center
Braid Apartments incorporates 20 modern and stylish apartments each with their unique character in a historical building in New Town's Thistle Street. From our apartments it will only take you three minutes to reach Edinburgh's main shopping street Princes Street and 15 minutes to visitor attraction Edinburgh Castle.
842 m from the city center
The Howard - An Ascend Hotel Collection Member is an intimate and discreet luxury Edinburgh hotel which occupies three Georgian townhouses in a super-convenient location in the heart of Edinburgh's New Town. The Howard 5 star hotel edinburgh is classically elegant both outside and in, and has just 18 luxury rooms and suites, named after Edinburgh streets. Check in time is 3pm. Check out time is 12pm. No Air Conditioning. No minibar in any of the rooms. 19 Non Smoking rooms.
1.2 km from the city center
The 4-star Novotel Edinburgh Centre hotel sits in the heart of the Scottish capital. Once you're back from a day walking the streets of this historic and famous city, recuperate in our heated pool or spa, before you join us for cocktails, craft beers and contemporary cuisine in the Tap Bar & Kitchen. And when you're ready to relax, we've got you covered! Our newly upgraded Superior, Executive and Suite rooms offer exceptional levels of comfort.
1.7 km from the city center
The Mercure Edinburgh Haymarket is ideally located in the heart of the city offering easy access to the EICC - Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Haymarket train station and Princes Street which are only a short walk away. Our friendly staff will giveyou a warm welcome and our bar is the ideal place to unwind. All of our bedrooms offer Apple TVs and complimentary high-speed Internet access. In our Privilege Rooms enjoy upgraded amenities such as Nespresso machine, robe and slippers
1.8 km from the city center
Situated on the banks of the regenerated Union Canal at Fountainbridge, EQ2 comprises a collection of modern fully serviced apartments offering a flexible and welcoming space everyone can enjoy. Please note that the reception opens on Monday to Saturdays from 08:00 until 22:00 and from 08:00 until 17:00 on Sundays.