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A brown leather sofa with floral cushions, a plaid rug, and a wall with a circular metal decoration.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a black tiled backsplash, a stove, and a microwave.

A living room with a leather sofa, a plaid rug, a mirror, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hallway leading to a room with a wooden floor, a purple carpet, a table, and a lamp.

1. LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! Free Residents Parking! License/planning granted!!

Old Town Edinburgh

Chun

£371

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a window, and a hanging light fixture.

A living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A modern multi-story building with balconies, a central entrance, and a sign that reads "THE PARK".

A cozy living room with a wooden coffee table, two sofas, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

2. Holyrood Apartment with parking & lift access

Old Town Edinburgh

Elizabeth R.

£533

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A hallway with wooden doors leading to different rooms, a beige carpet, and a grey sofa with patterned cushions.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a red lamp, a white radiator, and a window with a view of buildings.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a tiled backsplash.

A building with multiple shops on the ground floor, including a coffee house and a shop named "Scottish Experience".

3. Cosy Clean Royal Mile flat near Edinburgh Castle

Old Town Edinburgh

Scott H.

£422

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a large painting, and a comfortable seating area.

A dining room with a round table, six chairs, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A bedroom with a large ornate mirror, a bed with floral bedding, and a painting on the wall.

A historic building with multiple shops on the ground floor, including 'Taste of Scotland' and 'House of Scotland'.

4. Stunning 5BR Royal Mile Penthouse

Old Town Edinburgh

Paul R.

£594

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a framed picture on the wall.

A narrow stone corridor with a grey door labeled "30a" and a small potted plant.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel oven, and a built-in range hood.

5. Prestigious Apartment in the heart of Edinburgh

West End

Courtney F.

£328

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A multi-story stone building with large windows and a symmetrical facade.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel range hood, a built-in oven, and a microwave.

A living room with a light purple wall, a wooden floor, a light blue sofa, a large potted plant, a fireplace, and a wooden cabinet.

A dining room with a wooden table, four chairs, a vase with flowers, and a mirror on the wall.

6. Stunning Luxury Georgian Penthouse: 'Hopetoun Grande'

Broughton

"Do not hesitate! This gorgeous 200-year-old 3rd floor flat is exactly as advertised. So much better than any hotel. Our family of 7 thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Great location near Calton Hill. Many restaurants within walking distance. The only caveat - there is no lift (elevator), so all guests must be able to climb 70 steps. Martin was an attentive and helpful host. So glad we chose this as our Edinburgh home base."

Tracy S.

£560

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A view through a window of a cobblestone street with historic buildings, a pub, and pedestrians.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a washing machine, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A modern living room with a sofa, TV, and a coffee table. There are windows with blinds, a clock on the wall, and a decorative wall piece.

A modern apartment with a living room, kitchen, and dining area.

7. 4 Royal Mile flat near Edinburgh Castle

Old Town Edinburgh

Leanne

£502

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, a window with a view, and a shelf with decorative items.

A hotel room with a bed, a window, a dresser, a radiator, and a wall-mounted picture.

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, dining table, and chairs. There is a kitchen in the background, a painting on the wall, and a floor lamp.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, a stainless steel sink, and a built-in oven.

8. Delightful Old Town Apartment 5 minutes walk from Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle

Old Town Edinburgh

Emily G.

£393

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Top Musselburgh Hotel Reviews

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was friendly and great location- clean"

The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Staff couldn’t have been nicer or more helpful. Location is great and the rooms are lovely and comfortable. Breakfast is a very generous buffet or very good made to order options."

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Didn’t use any of the facilities, this was a functional bed for a night enjoying other amenities in edinburgh"

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

10/10 Excellent

"Really nice and big hotel, lots of parking out front. Nice peaceful surroundings. We used the pool and sauna which were great. Busy golf courses, always some activity going on. Good proximity to airport but not in the flight path so doesn’t bother during stay. Staff at front desk very helpful and friendly"

Village Hotel Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"I liked the location relative to solid bus stops but my room on floor 1 had no view. Big bummer. Great otherwise"

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"Hotel was nice, clean, and comfortable"

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I wish I could add more stars for the wonderful customer service that we received while staying at this hotel"

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

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Frequently asked questions

What can a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Musselburgh?

Those visiting Musselburgh may want to book one of the historical tours to learn more. While you're here, why not check out the gardens and restaurants?

How many historical hotels will I find in Musselburgh?

In Musselburgh, you'll find 21 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won't find many designated historic hotels.

What are the must-see historical places and other sights in Musselburgh?

Favourite places to visit include Musselburgh Racecourse, Fisherrow Sands and Musselburgh Sands. In the area, you'll also find Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.

What is a historic hotel like in Musselburgh?

When you book a historic hotel, you'll spend a night or two someplace that has an official historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it's a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the public spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Musselburgh, giving a historical feel.

What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?

"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel is generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Do historic hotels in Musselburgh have modern facilities?

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Musselburgh, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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