Holyrood Travel Guide

Edinburgh

A large, modern assembly hall with rows of wooden desks and chairs, and a central stage area.
A narrow stone street flanked by timber-framed buildings under a clear blue sky.
A cityscape with historic buildings, a modern bridge, and a green park area.
A modern architectural structure with a curved roof and a sign indicating the Scottish Parliament Public Entrance.
A modern building with a unique cantilevered structure.

Stay near popular Holyrood attractions

A modern building with a glass facade, a covered outdoor area, and a pool.

Scottish Parliament

8.0/10 (638 reviews)
As Scotland’s political center, this striking modern building hosts the nation's government and welcomes visitors to its events and exhibitions.
See properties

Things to do

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer

฿852
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

฿1,703
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

฿942
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

฿1,569
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport

Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

฿1,654
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Palace in Edinburgh

Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket

฿986
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket
See all activities in Edinburgh

Top hotels in Holyrood

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿8,233 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿8,233
฿10,374 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,631 reviews)
"Great location and good hotel: the mini-kitchen facilities are handy, the room fine, and overall, a great base to explore Edinburgh"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile

Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile

3 out of 5
37 East Market Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿6,862 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿6,862
฿8,646 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and housekeeping. Popular attractions Royal Mile and Princes Street are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (254 reviews)
"It was a tiny room for two which was considered a standard room plus the bathroom had mold, filthy bathroom and rugs, one of two elevators was broken!If you want a nice stay do not go there plus it was almost $400 per day!!!"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

4 out of 5
5 New St Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿10,474 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿10,474
฿13,197 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
Holyrood Aparthotel

Holyrood Aparthotel

4 out of 5
1 Nether Bakehouse Holyrood Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿10,930 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿10,930
฿13,772 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Holyrood Aparthotel
Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood

Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood

4 out of 5
81 Holyrood Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿7,153 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿7,153
฿9,013 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff Convenient location for trains station and city centre"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿4,492 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿4,492
฿5,660 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
See all 3,520 properties in Holyrood
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.

Where to stay in Holyrood

Find the best Holyrood areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bustling street with historic buildings, a clock tower, and outdoor seating at a pub.

Old Town Edinburgh

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A cityscape with a prominent monument featuring columns and a dome, surrounded by historic buildings and a clear sky.

Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

A Gothic-style clock tower with a statue at its base, illuminated by warm lights.

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.

The Usher Hall with a dome and classical architecture.
Photo by Ham
Open Photo by Ham

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.

A river with boats and historic buildings along the shore.

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.

Holyrood Travel Guide