Oxton Travel Guide
Lauder
Popular places to visit
Thirlestane Castle
You can learn about the history of Lauder with a visit to Thirlestane Castle. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Southern Upland Way - Section B Trailhead
You can take time to visit Southern Upland Way - Section B Trailhead during your travels to Lauder. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Lauder Leisure Centre
Enjoy an outing to Lauder Leisure Centre during your stay in Lauder. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Flat Cat Gallery
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Flat Cat Gallery in Lauder. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Lauderdale Library
Lauderdale Library is just one of the places to see in Lauder, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Lauder Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Lauder at Lauder Golf Club. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Things to do

Glenkinchie Distillery: Flavour Journey Tour

From Edinburgh: Glenkinchie Distillery & Whisky Experience

East Lothian: Glenkinchie Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting
Top hotels in Oxton

Edinburgh Travel Guest House
"We found the place easily. Parking was fine. Staff was pleasant and helpful. The room was small but fine for a night. The bed though was made with an old, dainty iron frame. It creaked a lot at the slight movement. Public transportation is nearby. We even walked back from downtown Edinburgh."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Braid Hills Hotel
"I liked the restaurant/bar area with lovely views over Edinburgh. Free parking is great and a great bust service to most places. A nice walk into the centre and The Castle. 20 mins walk to Morningside/Bruntsfield where there are lovely places to eat, have coffee/cocktails. Downside are the rooms, ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Best Western Kings Manor Hotel
"Quiet and very well located for city centre. Pool was a great bonus. Very friendly staff."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Dryburgh Abbey Hotel
"Fantastic location with 11 acres, river in grounds and Abbey ruins next door. Had dinner in restaurant which was excellent as was breakfast the next day. Used as a stop off for one night from Aberdeenshire to the midlands and same price as well known hotel chains. An issue with bed on arrival but ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

The Scott
"This rustic yet modern building is in walking distance of historic Edinburgh. The room and amenities were excellent, service great, the sister restaurant had excellent food and drinks. Highly recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation
"Easy decent accomodation for visiting the fringe, well recommended"
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025





