Musselburgh Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Musselburgh

Newcraighall

Newcraighall might not have many top sights, but Portobello Beach and Musselburgh Racecourse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Newcraighall
Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket
Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket
4 out of 5
1 Morrison Link, Midlothian, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿6,217 per night from 19 May to 20 May
฿6,217
per night
19 May - 20 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8/10 Very Good! (1,572 reviews)
"We had an enjoyable visit to Edinburgh and found the hotel good. Staff friendly and very helpful."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ฿8,635 per night from 27 May to 28 May
฿8,635
per night
27 May - 28 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Room was hot and could hear noise from street all night. Window was broken. No complimentary waters upon arrival."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ฿8,251 per night from 27 May to 28 May
฿8,251
per night
27 May - 28 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews.
9/10 Wonderful! (1,023 reviews)
"staff was amazing and super helpful"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
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.
Native Edinburgh
Native Edinburgh
4 out of 5
74 - 77 Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (913 reviews)
"Overall I’ll say it was a nice stay! Everything was super close and the are was incredibly nice. In regards to the room, I was on the lower ground level - there were times where it would be incredibly noisy. I will op for upper levels next time."

Reviewed on 3 May 2024

Native Edinburgh
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
4 out of 5
26 King's Stables Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (521 reviews)
"A safe, clean and modern stay! We loved the atmosphere and how close our stay was to the Royal Mile! Would recommend!"

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
Cheval Old Town Chambers
Cheval Old Town Chambers
5 out of 5
Royal Mile, 329 High Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,732 reviews)
"Stayed in the townhouse with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The townhouse was beautiful AND comfortable. The unit had a combo washer/dryer and a full kitchen. One thing to keep in mind, the unit has 3 levels and lots of steps. Local tours meet right outside your windows but it is kind of fun to listen ..."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Cheval Old Town Chambers
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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Reviews of Musselburgh

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
24 Oct 2019

Known as The Honest Town, clean, historic, friendly locals and a lovely harbour area.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
12 Oct 2019

Nice town, reasonable amount of shops and lovely river walks

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
25 Sep 2019

There is an ice cream shop in town centre always busy, well worth a visit.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
10 Jun 2019

There is no taxi rank at the train station. 3min walk to a bus stop which took us straight into town outside the hotel in no more than 10 minutes. Local couple helped with bus and driver was amazing. Went into Edinburgh by cab approx £20

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
7 May 2019

Musselburgh is a relatively quiet coastal town. There are a number of shop , restaurants, pubs. Good location as a base for exploring area.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
20 Mar 2019

Excellent access to Edinburgh city centre, couple of local good eateries

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