Drylaw Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Things to do
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included
Top hotels in Drylaw
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"Room was clean and the beds were comfortable. The room was a bit warm until we got a fan from the front desk. The staff were all very friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
"Room was excellent. Access to the swimming pool and sauna was much appreciated to start a day exploring edinburgh"
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
"Clean rooms and great staff. Staff was very friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
"There were someone else's pubic hairs in the tub. We called the front desk and someone with a rag and bottle of pink spray came up within minutes and wiped the tub but never rinsed it with water. Beds were clean and comfortable. All staff were excellent. Pleasant and polite. The building is just ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
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Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
"First time staying in a hostel. Beautiful and clean room. Very small. Shared bathroom was beautiful and clean, however had an odor in the showers closest to the toilets but there were others to use so it was fine."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Drylaw
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 Edinburgh Port 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.
