Holyrood Travel Guide
Edinburgh





Visit Holyrood
Stay near popular Holyrood attractions
Things to do

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

Edinburgh: The Johnnie Walker Signature Experience

Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Top hotels in Holyrood

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
"We enjoyed the location. We didn’t mind paying extra for the location but were surprised that no cleaning happened the week we were there."
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
"This was the most unique hotel we have ever stayed at. The staff were always available to help and the room was a beer lovers dream! We had their chicken wings for dinner and they were quite honestly the best we’ve ever had!"
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
"Well operated hotel but location is a bit remote for prime tourists activities activities"
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Stay Hush
"Convenient location on the royal mile. Very clean spacious apartment. Came complete with washer/dryer combo, induction stove top, compact oven/microwave and dishwasher. Area was large enough that there was a sofa and small dining table as well. Even though it’s not a hotel, there is staff available ..."
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"Great location. Castle view on the 5th floor. Right in the center of everything. We went for the Tatto & had a repeat each night going to sleep hearing bagpipes. Breakfast was great value for the price. Alot of food and convenient to have at hotel. Staff very friendly & helpful"
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Holyrood

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.

Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle 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 Assembly Rooms and George Street.

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.

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.

























