Musselburgh Travel Guide

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A rocky shoreline with tide pools, a sandy beach, and a distant town with buildings.
A coastal town with a beach, a football field, and a distant mountain range.
An aerial view of a coastal town with a pier extending into the sea, clear waters, and a distant island.
A historic building with a stone wall and a garden.
A white building with a dark roof, a front door, and windows.

Where to stay in Musselburgh

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Newcraighall

Newcraighall might not have many top sights, but Portobello Beach and Musselburgh Racecourse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £149 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£149
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
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 £179 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£179
30 Aug - 31 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
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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! (703 reviews)
"Great stay, nice balcony and friendly staff!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
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 front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,623 reviews)
"The hotel room was very clean, and the staff was very friendly. However, the hotel could have been better furnished as the carpet and the furniture both had stains. Our room was located quite far from the elevator, but the location of the property is superb. It has good amenities for a family, and ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Fraser Suites Edinburgh

Fraser Suites Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Fraser Suites Edinburgh Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,260 reviews)
"The room was clean and had everything I needed with small kitchenette and downstairs laundry as well. But the location is the star of the show. Just right off the royal mile you can walk out the hotel and be in the Royal mile in just a minute of walking. Perfect!"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Fraser Suites Edinburgh
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Stay near popular Musselburgh attractions

Queen Margaret University

9.4/10 (9 reviews)
Walk around the campus at Queen Margaret University as part of your travels around Musselburgh. Discover the lively bars and lively festivals in this walkable area.
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Things to do

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

£38
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

£24
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

£35
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
mountain view in edinburgh

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

£68
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport

Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

£37
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included

Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included

£40
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included
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Cities near Musselburgh

A historic cityscape with a prominent castle and a tall church spire.

Edinburgh

An aerial view of a large estate with a prominent castle-like structure surrounded by lush green fields and dense forests.

Dalkeith

A directional sign for the 1745 Battlefield Viewpoint, with a pedestrian symbol indicating a walking path.

Tranent

A coastal town with stone buildings, a sea wall, and a clear blue sky.

Prestonpans

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