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

A historic castle on a hill with a statue in the foreground.

Edinburgh Castle

9.4/10 (12,023 reviews)
Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.
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Things to do

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

£39
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

£18
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

£23
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

£19
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

£55
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
mountain view in edinburgh

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

£52
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
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Top hotels in Edinburgh City Centre

YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £162 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
£162
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,536 reviews)
"This hotel was not for me. The room lack standard things for me to enjoy my stay. There's no refrigerator but a cooling box which was nothing but a cooler. So the food and drink I put in there didn't stay cold. The cooling box ended up smelling. The room didn't have a chair, couch or a table. So ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

YOTEL Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £219 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£219
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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 ...
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £201 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£201
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (783 reviews)
"Perfect location and services."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4 out of 5
61 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £209 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£209
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,774 reviews)
"Great spot in old town Edinburgh. Good rooms and clean"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5 out of 5
1 India Buildings Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £365 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£365
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,469 reviews)
"Very courteous staff. Great location ."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

4 out of 5
43 Jeffrey Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £198 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£198
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,499 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
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Where to stay in Edinburgh City Centre

Find the best Edinburgh City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic castle on a rocky hill with surrounding greenery.

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.

A Gothic-style clock tower with a statue at its base, illuminated by warm lights.

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.

A coastal cityscape with a river, historic buildings, and a large cruise ship docked at the port.

Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks and Royal Yacht Britannia 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.

The Usher Hall with a dome and classical architecture.
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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.

A large Gothic-style cathedral with multiple spires and a prominent clock tower.
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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

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