Edinburgh City Centre Travel Guide

Edinburgh

A cityscape with a prominent monument featuring columns and a dome, surrounded by historic buildings and a clear sky.
A tower with a spire, a cityscape with buildings, and a hill in the background.
A historic monument with inscriptions, surrounded by a cityscape with varied architecture and a distant view of a prominent clock tower.
A historic monument with columns, surrounded by a cityscape with buildings and a clear sky.
A Ferris wheel, a historic tower, and a festive Christmas tree display.

Stay near popular Edinburgh City Centre attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Edinburgh City Centre

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is Rp3.566.759 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp3.566.759
per night
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,884 reviews)
"The location is fantastic, everything was walkable. We had great views of Edinburgh Castle. Lots of places to eat around the area. The room had two queen size beds for four adults. Lots of storage in the room. Bed were comfortable, the bathroom is ok, could have used some upgrades especially the ..."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is Rp3.310.964 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp3.310.964
per night
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,535 reviews)
"Nice room, good breakfast, friendly staff :)"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

YOTEL Edinburgh
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

4 out of 5
53 Princes Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is Rp3.199.832 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp3.199.832
per night
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (734 reviews)
"Staff was nice."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5 out of 5
1 India Buildings Edinburgh Scotland
The price is Rp6.897.842 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp6.897.842
per night
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,492 reviews)
"The hotel's location was perfect, close to restaurants, shops, and attractions. The staff at check-in were extremely friendly and helpful, making my experience even more enjoyable . I was impressed with how clean and well-maintained the room was, providing a comfortable and relaxing stay. Staff at ..."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is Rp4.311.151 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp4.311.151
per night
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,131 reviews)
"Great breakfast, wonderful staff and really good location. My only negative comment is the pull down blinds were quite tattered and safe wasn’t working on check in but they replaced safe door right away and taped up blinds to provide darkness in room. They were very responsive to my room issues and ..."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

4 out of 5
19 North Bridge Edinburgh Scotland
The price is Rp3.420.180 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp3.420.180
per night
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,012 reviews)
"The hotel's location was perfect, close to restaurants, shops, and attractions. The staff at check-in were extremely friendly and helpful, making my experience even more enjoyable. I was impressed with how clean and well-maintained the room was, providing a comfortable and relaxing stay."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
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Where to stay in Edinburgh City Centre

Find the best Edinburgh City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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 Assembly Rooms and George Street.

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.

West End

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.



Edinburgh City Centre Travel Guide