Colinton Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Visit Colinton
Stay near popular Colinton attractions
Things to do
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Colinton
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"We really loved this hotel due to its proximity to all the main areas and the views to the castle were incredible. Try to get a 4th or 5th floor room and an odd number for the best views of Edinburgh Castle. Restaurants were on the street below and plenty of choices. Keep in mind there is no a/c ..."
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
"This place was a bit more older/out of date than I thought, I guess I booked this expecting a luxury experience. It felt more like an old and spread out hotel, nonetheless, it was pretty from the outside and had a lovely lovely restaurant. This would be somewhere to go for golfing."
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
"Great stay! Close to lots,"
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
"Easy walk from the airport. Small room, no refrigerator, bed was squeaky, photo booth was out of order. Staff and food were wonderful. Very welcoming downstairs area to hang out in. Definitely recommend for ease of access. Will return."
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Colinton
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Princes Street – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Princes Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
New Town
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 Princes Street and Assembly Rooms.
Tollcross
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.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks 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.
