Slateford Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Corn Exchange
Get tickets for a show at Edinburgh Corn Exchange, a popular theatre in Edinburgh. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Edinburgh Castle
Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.
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.
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.
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.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Top hotels in Slateford
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Very close to public transit. Very clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Rooms were clean and spacious, staff lovely. Great for a weekend break
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Clean room and clean sheets. WiFi could have been better. Friendly staff though. But could do with more showers and toilets.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
They were not ready for most meal service as their renovation plans appeared delayed.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
We booked this hotel as it was close to the city centre and provided (paid) parking. Our room was very clean but the decor within as well as throughout the hotel is very dated and could do with a freshen up. Breakfast can be added on for £12 per person. It was ok.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
The Resident Edinburgh
We enjoyed our stay at The Resident as it was well located to what we had planned and the staff was quite pleasant. However, as far as value - we felt the room to be small for the price paid. We also felt the bathroom tub was quite dangerous to get in and out of — as one had to step very far up and ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Slateford
Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball and Tynecastle Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Murrayfield
If you're spending time in Murrayfield, you might enjoy attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Blackford Hill and Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve while you're in town.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and Vietnam House Art Gallery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
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.
Bruntsfield
Bruntsfield is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Links or Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course.
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