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Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
"The staff was particularly helpful and the room was clean and the breakfast delicious. We did not use any of the amenities and were disappointed that there were no pedicures on offer."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
"The property is ok, needs some maintenance to get it back to its glory days. The room was clean although the bathroom floor had the grout missing between the tiles. You can hear next door through the walls and can be noisy. The Brasseria restaurant was not great. Staff seemed to be a little lost ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
"Last minute stay and had a wonderful nights sleep after enjoying the spa and dining in their restaurant. Great location near Calton Hill, Howies, The Balmoral etc. And don’t forget to have a drink in the rooftop of The W hotel if it’s a pleasant day/evening, great views"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
"Very comfortable one bedroom apartment suite on the Royal Mile but far enough down the hill as to render it quiet. Great breakfast. Near everything. Not luxurious but sufficient to our needs."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026

Fraser Suites Edinburgh
"Fantastic location and wonderful staff, some lovely personal touches including shortbread and hand written welcome on arrival, and my son was gifted a cuddly toy which made his day! Will definitely visit again."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026

Holyrood Aparthotel
"We booked the two bedroom apart hotel. This is more of a 3* hotel than 4*. It’s very run down. Bathroom fine, grout dirty and good shower power but old building. Sensitive smoker alarms so can’t keep doors open making the apartment quick stuffy at times. The windows open but at ground level can be ..."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle
Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.

Royal Mile
Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.

Princes Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

University of Edinburgh
The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.

Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do

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

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket

Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- University of Edinburgh
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- Princes Street Gardens
- Arthur's Seat
- Falkirk Wheel
- Royal Highland Centre
- Calton Hill
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- National Museum of Scotland
- Rosslyn Chapel
- Edinburgh Port







