Take a citytrip to Edinburgh

Explore Edinburgh on foot and you’ll come across lots more lovely spots, such as cosy pubs, charming boutiques and hidden natural gems.

With a castle and a hill right in the heart of the city, Edinburgh is perhaps the most photogenic city we know. Whether you want to learn about the history of the underground vaults, drink a few pints whilst listening to folk music, discover the city’s hidden natural beauty, or enjoy a spot of shopping in the trendy neighbourhoods – the city has something for everyone. And that’s not even mentioning the many delicious restaurants, ranging from modern, unique menus to authentic Scottish cuisine (yes, haggis!). Put on your comfortable shoes, take an umbrella just in case, and set off to explore Edinburgh.

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An historic city centre, interesting museums, great shops and cosy pubs – Edinburgh is the ideal city for a weekend break.

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You’re only in a city for a short while, so how do you make the most of your stay? We make sure you find the nicest restaurants, the most beautiful hotspots and the finest hotels.

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Which hotel in Edinburgh do you choose?

Don't feel like spending hours searching for the perfect hotel and still be sure you're in the right place? We have selected only the finest from the multitude of hotels and B&Bs in Edinburgh.

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Voco Edinburgh - Haymarket
Nice hotel, with all the comforts you want: good beds, nice shower and a nice breakfast. It is also right in between all the nice neighbourhoods.
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Wilde Aparthotels Grassmarket Edinburgh
Super cool flats in the city centre. They are modern, fresh and fully equipped. Do!
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Yotel Edinburgh
Check yourself into Yotel and go explore the city. The hotel is located in New Town, but Stockbridge's cosy cafés and restaurants are also nearby.
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Point A Edinburgh
Basic, contemporary hotel at a friendly price. The distance to the city centre is still manageable on foot. Downside is that the beds are a bit small.
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Hampton By Hilton Edinburgh Airport
Interesting hotel if you want to spend the night close to the airport. It is business-like, but has everything you would expect from a Hilton.
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Eden Locke, George Street
Wow! These are studios to fall in love with. The location in the New Town is perfect, as are the cappuccinos from the coffee bar downstairs.
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Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Westend
Neat hotel a 20-minute walk from Old Town and close to the city's greenery. Also plenty of nice restaurants nearby.
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Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Compact, clean, affordable and within walking distance of highlights and hotspots. These studios and flats are a great base to explore the city.
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BRAID APARTMENTS BY MANSLEY
Spacious studios and flats in a quiet street in New Town. Plenty of fine restaurants and shops within walking distance.
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ibis Styles Edinburgh St Andrew Square
Nice hotel in the New Town: colourful, fresh and friendly. And breakfast is fine too.
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Mercure Edinburgh Haymarket Hotel
Nice, simple and affordable hotel, near the lively student district of Southside.
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Four Points Flex by Sheraton Edinburgh
A real budget option. The flats are not big, but they are clean and they are brightly coloured. Fine if you don't need that much.
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Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
Right in the Old Town, so within walking distance of everything, you'll find these beautiful, modern and spacious flats.
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Le Monde Boutique
Atmospheric hotel in the vibrancy of New Town. Close to shops, restaurants and nightclubs.
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ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile - Hunter Square
Not a fancy spot, but this hotel is super central and still reasonably affordable. So if you're walking around the city all day anyway, it's worth a consideration.
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Nira Caledonia
Warm and atmospheric hotel in a prime location. You're centrally located yet quiet. Have breakfast with it, because you won't regret it.
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Staycity Aparthotels Edinburgh West End
Well-equipped flat close to Haymarkt tram station. Great connection to the city.
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THE KNIGHT RESIDENCE BY MANSLEY
Spacious flats with good beds near the cosy Southside. There are options for up to seven people.
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Indigo Edinburgh
Floral wallpaper and fine beds. This cosy hotel is right in walking distance between New Town's luxury shops and Leith's hip streets.
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Stay Central Hotel
Nice budget hotel in the middle of The Old Town's nightlife and party scene. Good rooms for groups of friends.
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Ten Hill Place Hotel, WorldHotels Distinctive
Walk straight from your hotel into the medieval streets of Old Town. This stylish hotel is comfortable and has a good breakfast.
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Haymarket Hotel
Fine and spotlessly clean hotel in an attractive building a 20-minute walk from the city centre.
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The Royal Scots Club
Tad old-fashioned, but very atmospheric. All rooms are different, it's a warren of stairs and corridors and breakfast is fine. Right in the centre.
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Parliament House
Hotel with a classic interior and good beds. Breakfast is cooked to perfection. All highlights within walking distance.
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Novotel Edinburgh Centre
A nice hotel for families with children because of the pool. Breakfast is better done outside.
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Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh City
Quiet sleeping and also nice restauarnts and cafes around the corner? Then this Leonardo is worth considering. Not hip, but good.
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Black Ivy
Nice hotel with a lively pub in the south end of the lively Southside district. Vibrant atmosphere.
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B+B Edinburgh
Fine bed and breakfast near the Stockbridge district. Both neighbourhood and hotel are charming, cosy and a touch vintage.
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Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre
Clean, affordable and super central. This hotel has all the tick marks on green for a good budget option. Thankfully, the rooms are more modern than the meeting rooms.
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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront
Budget hotel by the water. With the tram on the doorstep, you can be in the city centre in less than 15 minutes.
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Murrayfield Hotel & House
This hotel has its own beer garden and a nice restaurant. It is a bit further out of the city centre, but with good ov connection to the city.
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JA The Bruntsfield Edinburgh
Nice, well-kept hotel with cosy lobby, bar and restaurant. Breakfast is good, but there are also many nice coffee shops nearby where you can order a good coffee and some goodies.
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The Bonham Hotel
Classic hotel with beautiful breakfast room in charming Stockbridge. Green and village feel nearby.
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The Scotsman Hotel
This luxury hotel sits right in the centre, on the border between old and new. It has all the mod cons, which is to be expected for that price.
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Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
Nice hotel with a fresh feel, pretty much on the Royal Mile. Shops, restaurants and cocktail bars are never far away here.
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Holiday Inn Edinburgh
If you don't mind spending 20 minutes on the bus to the city centre, this is a good affordable option. Next to the zoo, a plus for animal lovers.
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
Good hotel for a rainy weekend. With pool and spa at this hotel, you won't get bored easily. And still want to go out? You're super centrally located.
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Indigo Edinburgh Princes Street
Classic hotel with great comfort and also centrally located. Views of the castle.