Ravelston Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Visit Ravelston
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Top hotels in Ravelston
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City West by IHG
"Very helpful staff and a decent location."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
"Good location, clean and comfortable rooms. We enjoyed our stay, thank you"
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
"Incredible location. Massive bed and clean room with all amenities. Pool and spa were lush and such a treat to have on site. Staff were always helpful and welcoming. Would stay again."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
"Beautiful hotel, great country club, pool and gym facilities are excellent. Let down by the old room with mouldy bath and broken shower. Issues were reported to reception. Food in the bar was very average, burger and chips, very basic. The bar decor is wonderful."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"It is close to Victoria St. but keep in mind it’s an older hotel. It had a strong odor and you could tell it was an older building."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
"Very clean and well kept hotel. King bed room was spacious and comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Very short walk to Waverly train station. Less than 5 minutes. For tram to airport, we got on at St Andrews station which is about a 10-15 minute walk. Hotel is very close to old town. Breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Ravelston
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.
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.
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.
