Riccarton Travel Guide

Edinburgh

A historic castle perched atop a rocky hill, surrounded by autumn-colored trees.
A two-lane road with a sidewalk on the left, surrounded by grass and trees, leading to a building in the distance.
A rural road with a stone wall on one side and a grassy hill on the other.
A calm lake surrounded by dense green trees, a wooden bridge, and a distant building.
A landscaped garden with neatly trimmed hedges, spherical topiary sculptures, and a variety of trees.

Things to do


Top hotels in Riccarton

Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West

Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West

4 out of 5
2 Research Avenue South Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £178 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£178
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Quiet location about 10 minutes from the airport. Stayed here when our flight was cancelled. Rooms are large, clean and comfortable. Would certainly stay here again."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £174 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
£174
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,500 reviews)
"Thr room was a bit dusty, like no sweeping of surfaces was done. AC had one setting: max cooling (as the controller did not have any impact on the device while numbers on the AC unit screen changed). In the restaurant I had overcooked salmon and on another occasion the burger was very overdone. Overall ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £212 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£212
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (2,807 reviews)
"We really loved this hotel due to its proximity to all the main areas and the views to the castle were incredible. Try to get a 4th or 5th floor room and an odd number for the best views of Edinburgh Castle. Restaurants were on the street below and plenty of choices. Keep in mind there is no a/c ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

4 out of 5
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club Kirknewton Scotland
The price is £209 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£209
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Kirknewton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,727 reviews)
"Place is terrific"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £212 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£212
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,115 reviews)
"Woww! Super logement! Très bien situé"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this hostel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
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.

Where to stay in Riccarton

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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.

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.



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