Title: Arniston Travel Guide: Best of Arniston, Edinburgh Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Arniston](https://expedia.co.uk/Arniston-Hotels.d6084319.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Arniston](https://expedia.co.uk/Arniston-Holiday-Rentals.d6084319.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Arniston](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Arniston.d6084319.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Arniston Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Arniston.d6084319.Car-Hire-Guide)[Arniston Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Arniston.d6084319.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Arniston Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Gore Glen lade The lade provided the necessary drop for the production of hydro-electric power for the Arniston Estate. The engine-house has been abandoned, but the machinery remains in situ.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084319/79bfa72e-896c-4122-aedb-afa5e14e9dd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084319/79bfa72e-896c-4122-aedb-afa5e14e9dd8.jpg) by [kim traynor](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/24620) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Gore Glen lade The lade provided the necessary drop for the production of hydro-electric power for the Arniston Estate. The engine-house has been abandoned, but the machinery remains in situ.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084319/79bfa72e-896c-4122-aedb-afa5e14e9dd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084319/79bfa72e-896c-4122-aedb-afa5e14e9dd8.jpg) by [kim traynor](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/24620) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Gore Glen Woodland Park, nr Arniston, Midlothian](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084319/5160103e-27ff-4653-84a3-8b2bc33426fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084319/5160103e-27ff-4653-84a3-8b2bc33426fd.jpg) by [Richard Webb](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/196) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Gore Glen Woodland Park The Gore Water shortly before its confluence with the South Esk.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084319/fb22afbc-fb1c-4f36-8d86-d9ca23fdf121.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084319/fb22afbc-fb1c-4f36-8d86-d9ca23fdf121.jpg) by [kim traynor](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/24620) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Waverley Line View northwards from a road bridge. The railway was closed in 1969 and is due to be reopened in the near future running from Edinburgh to Tweedbank near Melrose.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084319/055b2acb-b2fa-4695-b9ee-3049be00e944.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084319/055b2acb-b2fa-4695-b9ee-3049be00e944.jpg) by [Richard Webb](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/196) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Arniston Things to do - Top hotels in Arniston - Top Holiday Rentals in Arniston ![Apex Grassmarket Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62800/62750/8444fe8a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apex Grassmarket Hotel 31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland £88 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees 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! (2,440 reviews) Great location Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=62750&PinnedHotelID=62750&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6084319) ![Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/880000/874000/873944/e5a4f71f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh 111 Glasgow Road Edinburgh Scotland £62 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ... 8/10 Very Good! (653 reviews) Room spotless, food great, staff pleasant and friendly. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=873944&PinnedHotelID=873944&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6084319) ![Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3600/3516/76146d62_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG 132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland £44 22 Feb - 23 Feb 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. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,119 reviews) Very friendly and helpful staff, room very clean, breakfast was very good with a large selection of hot and cold items Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=3516&PinnedHotelID=3516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6084319) [See all 3,105 properties in Arniston](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6084319) 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. ![Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16290000/16282000/16281979/3b1a5bda_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile 231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,379 reviews) Helpful staff Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Aparthotel-Adagio-Edinburgh-Royal-Mile.h16281979.Hotel-Information) ![PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92100000/92098800/92098732/c3a5a416_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court 121 Grove St Edinburgh Scotland Stay at this apartment in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (538 reviews) Enjoyed this stay of 6 nights. Comfortable suite, convenient location, courteous and helpful staff. Loved the tea and coffee station as complementry. Would visit again. I highly recommend this property. Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-PREMIER-SUITES-Edinburgh-Fountain-Court.h92098732.Hotel-Information) ![Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39830000/39822900/39822833/169675a5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket 26 King's Stables Road Edinburgh Scotland Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,116 reviews) I loved this hotel and the location along with the layout Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Wilde-Apartments-By-Staycity-Grassmarket.h39822833.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Arniston](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6084319&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Arniston hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6084319&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6084319&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6084319&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6084319&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6084319&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6084319&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Edinburgh Castle which includes heritage elements and a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500994/2dc9ce59-cca4-4c4a-9596-068a3d7353c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh Castle Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Castle-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d500994.Attraction) ![Royal Mile featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129680/d9bc8d4a-e17a-41ba-b7bc-a4a59dc83e4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Royal-Mile-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6129680.Attraction) ![Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129679/519ee91c-169e-4464-8e7f-889b559cf4ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Princes Street During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Princes-Street-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6129679.Attraction) ![University of Edinburgh which includes heritage architecture and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501015/bad126e7-93d2-4fe2-a9de-3d7d9d271c70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Edinburgh-Southside.d501015.Attraction) ![Edinburgh Zoo showing land animals and zoo animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501017/1d149a96-d3ae-431d-8fa3-5dbd90e6f688.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh Zoo See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Zoo-Corstorphine.d501017.Attraction) ![Aerial view of Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn St, Edinburgh, VK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081293/9cb8ee1f-427d-4c3e-ab6b-6a49de3fff40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Murrayfield Stadium Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Murrayfield-Stadium-Murrayfield.d6081293.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5098683/82b3fb5f-e8f8-4aa4-928a-d9216ab35950.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket £37 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-castle-guided-walking-tour-with-entry-ticket.a5098683.activity-details) ![The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840791/6c427b6e-1ce6-4058-86a1-d5fa791730b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour £18 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-world-famous-underground-ghost-tour.a840791.activity-details) ![Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46343335/8fc17824-29ab-4220-940e-b200999cbe88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh £55 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-trip-loch-ness.a46343335.activity-details) ![Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44797771/1af1d6a7-aef4-4f2b-9960-5c7def3691f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI) £36 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/turkish-airlines-lounge-by-plaza-premium-group-at-edinburgh-airport-edi.a44797771.activity-details) ![Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45721650/a080ddab-a2f0-49d6-9144-6a1ef16ff99a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit £58 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/harry-potter-tour-edinburgh-castle-visit.a45721650.activity-details) ![The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/878303/33674c44-efa3-4f2f-b2d2-58791e1079aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh £32 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-chocolatarium-chocolate-tour-experience-in-edinburgh.a878303.activity-details) [See all activities in Arniston](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Arniston.d6084319.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Arniston ![Melrose Abbey, Melrose ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11273/0a5860b8-e455-42da-ad89-51eb3cb88cfd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Dalkeith ![The west front of Dalhousie Castle near Bonnyrigg, Midlothian, Scotland. More images.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054226/9a0b5fca-7c14-4269-ae5e-43cc9b8e7daa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5) by [RHaworth](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:RHaworth) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.5](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5)) ### Bonnyrigg ![Calton Hill which includes a sunset, skyline and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507676/37d3b4f4-f16c-4208-8a8d-453673b4ee1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Edinburgh ![History of coal mining in Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6132108/0addf5bf-b29d-485d-b476-451e31516d34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Newtongrange - Cities near Arniston - Places of interest [Dalkeith](https://expedia.co.uk/Dalkeith.dx179549)[Bonnyrigg](https://expedia.co.uk/Bonnyrigg.dx6054226)[Edinburgh](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh.dx6069845)[Newtongrange](https://expedia.co.uk/Newtongrange.dx6132108)[Carrington](https://expedia.co.uk/Carrington.dx6132244)[Gorebridge](https://expedia.co.uk/Gorebridge.dx6173448) - [Gore Glen Woodland Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gore-Glen-Woodland-Park-Edinburgh.d6177645.Attraction) - [Edinburgh Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Castle-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d500994.Attraction) - [Royal Mile ](https://expedia.co.uk/Royal-Mile-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6129680.Attraction) - [Princes Street ](https://expedia.co.uk/Princes-Street-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6129679.Attraction) - [University of Edinburgh ](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Edinburgh-Southside.d501015.Attraction) - [Edinburgh Zoo ](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Zoo-Corstorphine.d501017.Attraction) - [Murrayfield Stadium ](https://expedia.co.uk/Murrayfield-Stadium-Murrayfield.d6081293.Attraction) - [Grassmarket ](https://expedia.co.uk/Grassmarket-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6169296.Attraction) - [Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Playhouse-Theatre-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6081275.Attraction) - [George Street ](https://expedia.co.uk/George-Street-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6152386.Attraction) - [St. Andrew Square ](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Andrew-Square-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d507670.Attraction) - [Dean Village ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dean-Village-West-End.d553248621532494699.Attraction) - [Princes Street Gardens ](https://expedia.co.uk/Princes-Street-Gardens-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6081311.Attraction) - [Portobello Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Portobello-Beach-Portobello.d6152264.Attraction) - [Edinburgh Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Park-Gogar.d6169053.Attraction) - [Military Tattoo Theatre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Military-Tattoo-Theatre-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d553248621532494711.Attraction) - [Royal Highland Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Royal-Highland-Centre-Ingliston.d6152359.Attraction) - [National Museum of Scotland ](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Museum-Of-Scotland-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6081301.Attraction) - [Usher Hall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Usher-Hall-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6152258.Attraction) - [St. Giles' Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Giles-Cathedral-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d501013.Attraction) - [Arthur's Seat ](https://expedia.co.uk/Arthurs-Seat-Edinburgh.d501016.Attraction) - [Palace of Holyroodhouse ](https://expedia.co.uk/Palace-Of-Holyroodhouse-Abbeyhill.d500995.Attraction) - [Heriot-Watt University ](https://expedia.co.uk/Heriot-Watt-University-Edinburgh.d6152246.Attraction) - [Royal Yacht Britannia ](https://expedia.co.uk/Royal-Yacht-Britannia-Leith.d6081315.Attraction) - [Calton Hill ](https://expedia.co.uk/Calton-Hill-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d507676.Attraction) - [Victoria Street ](https://expedia.co.uk/Victoria-Street-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d553248635998106859.Attraction) - [Rosslyn Chapel ](https://expedia.co.uk/Rosslyn-Chapel-Edinburgh.d501012.Attraction) - [Edinburgh Port ](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Port-Leith.d6319835.Attraction) - [Omni Centre Edinburgh ](https://expedia.co.uk/Omni-Centre-Edinburgh-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6129651.Attraction) - [Royal Infirmary ](https://expedia.co.uk/Royal-Infirmary-Craigmillar.d6152272.Attraction) - [The Hub ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Hub-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6152252.Attraction) - [Dalhousie Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dalhousie-Castle-Edinburgh.d553248621561943487.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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