Eskbank Travel Guide

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Lothianbridge Viaduct on the Waverley Route south of Edinburgh. This currently dismantled railway line ran between Carlisle and Edinburgh, there are plans to reinstate a section near Edinburgh, and the viaduct is one of the main engineering structures of that line.
River North Esk View west along the river from the cycle/pathway.
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The driveway leading to Newbattle Abbey College
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £92 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
£92
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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! (2,476 reviews)
Location of hotel for exploring Edinburgh is excellent and public transport to / from the Airport & further afield is excellent & easy to access. We were first time visitors & used the Airlink bus. All the hotel staff were so friendly & could not have been more helpful. The food we had, including ...

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £76 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
£76
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,422 reviews)
Excellent location very near mainline station and of course the Royal Mile. Good value wholesome breakfast highly recommended

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £44 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
£44
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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! (1,160 reviews)
Fantastic value rooms are very clean and warm loved my stay at the hotel .thank you

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
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Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
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! (2,421 reviews)
From start to finish, this was the perfect place to stay if you want to be on/near the royal mile. The room was superb. Perfect accommodation for our needs. It was clean, spacious enough for the three of us. The staff was friendly. Safe entry. Although we did not buy into the breakfast option, it ...

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

4 out of 5
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (549 reviews)
Clean room, very comfortable stay

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

4 out of 5
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,136 reviews)
The location was perfection. My husband and I were able to walk to so many sights and food places. The room was so clean and cozy. The body wash and shampoo were amazing! The check-in and breakfast personal were so great! I will definitely be coming back!

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle which includes heritage elements and a castle

Edinburgh Castle

Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.

Edinburgh Castle
Royal Mile featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house

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.

Royal Mile
Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland

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.

Princes Street
Aerial view of Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn St, Edinburgh, VK

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.

Murrayfield Stadium
University of Edinburgh which includes heritage architecture and heritage elements

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.

University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo showing land animals and zoo animals

Edinburgh Zoo

See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.

Edinburgh Zoo

Things to do

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

£37
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

£19
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands

£45
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour

£14
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh

The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh

£32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh
Rosslyn Chapel

Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery

£48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
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Cities near Eskbank

Melrose Abbey, Melrose

Dalkeith

The west front of Dalhousie Castle near Bonnyrigg, Midlothian, Scotland. More images.
Photo by RHaworth (Creative Commons Attribution 2.5)

Bonnyrigg

Calton Hill which includes a sunset, skyline and a city

Edinburgh

River North Esk, Lasswade, Midlothian.

Lasswade

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