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Kew House
EH12 5JE, Edinburgh, 1 Kew Terrace
Walking distance from Murrayfield Stadium and Edinburgh Zoo, this 5-star Edinburgh guest house with free Wi-Fi and free parking is within easy reach of the city centre and EICC. The city centre is a 5-minute... read more
99 reviews 9.6
Hapimag Resort Edinburgh
EH3 7RY, Edinburgh, 7 Rothesay Terrace
Hapimag Resort Edinburgh, a refreshing alternative where you will enjoy an experience to remember. A distinguished collection of 29 comfortable townhouse suites, we offer an incomparable level of space and comfort for business and leisure... read more
813 reviews 9.2
Edinburgh Playhouse Apartments
EH7 4AU, Edinburgh, Hopetoun Street
These stylish luxury apartments are in the city centre, a mile (1.6 km) from Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station and Princes Street. Each large, modern apartment has free Wi-Fi and parking. The Edinburgh Playhouse Apartments are... read more
209 reviews 9.1
Royal Mile Accommodation
EH8 8EQ, Edinburgh, Old Tolbooth Wynd
These stylish apartments are in the city centre, 800 metres from Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station. The modern apartments have free parking and flat-screen TVs with Freeview channels and DVD players. Royal Mile Accommodation is just... read more
524 reviews 9
Ten Hill Place
EH8 9DS, Edinburgh, 10 Hill Place
Just 0.5 miles from Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station, this 4-star Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive is owned by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and offers free WiFi. Set in a quiet Georgian square,... read more
2015 reviews 8.9
Apartments Royal
EH1 1QS, Edinburgh, **Various Locations**
These Edinburgh apartments offer space and comfort within walking distance of Princes Street. Each has free internet, a full kitchen and dining/lounge area with flat-screen TV. Apartments Royal offer apartments at 3 different locations in... read more
10 reviews 8.9
The Bonham
EH3 7RN, Edinburgh, 35 Drumsheugh Gardens
Situated in Edinburgh's West End, The Bonham Hotel is a Victorian town house. Every bedroom has a city view. Shops and restaurants on Princess Street, Calton Hill, Edinburgh Castle, The Royal Mile and EICC are... read more
1168 reviews 8.9
Kildonan Lodge Hotel
EH16 5PE, Edinburgh, 27 Craigmillar Park
This elegant 4-star Victorian hotel offers luxurious rooms featuring iPod docks, flat-screen TVs, sherry and shortbread. Located only 1.5 miles from the Royal Mile, with direct bus route to the city centre right outside the... read more
831 reviews 8.8
Lantern Guest House
EH7 5LA, Edinburgh, 3 Windsor Street
Lantern Guest House is located just an 8-minute walk away from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station. All rooms have a TV, tea/coffee making facilities and an en-suite bathroom. A refrigerator, a coffee machine and a microwave... read more
90 reviews 8.8
Ashgrove House Hotel
EH12 5HG, Edinburgh, 12 Osborne Terrace (West Coates)
This Victorian building is on the A8 into the city centre, 500 metres from Edinburgh Haymarket Rail Station. It offers free parking, free Wi-Fi and traditionally decorated rooms. The Ashgrove House Hotel is on one... read more
752 reviews 8.6
A-Haven Townhouse Hotel
EH6 4NS, Edinburgh, 180 Ferry Road
This traditional Victorian town house offers free secure parking, free Wi-Fi, full Scottish breakfasts and good-value en suite rooms. It has easy access to Edinburgh city centre by bus. The A-Haven Townhouse Hotel has a... read more
746 reviews 8.6
Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian
EH1 2AB, Edinburgh, Princes Street
Situated just a 1-minute walk from Princes Street, Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian luxury hotel has a modern leisure club and unobstructed views of Edinburgh Castle. George Street's bars, restaurants and shops are less... read more
1184 reviews 8.6
Le Monde Hotel
EH2 2PF, Edinburgh, 16 George Street
Unique and very chic, Le Monde is just 100 metres from Princes Street and Edinburgh Waverley Station. It has luxury themed rooms, 2 restaurants, 3 bars and a lively night club. Impressive rooms are themed... read more
724 reviews 8.5
Best Western Kings Manor
EH15 2NP, Edinburgh, 100 Milton Road East
Best Western Kings Manor in Edinburgh offers free WiFi, a 20-metre swimming pool and a gym. Portobello Beach is just 10 minutes’ walk from the building. The railway station is 5 minutes' walk from the... read more
4620 reviews 8.5
Novotel Edinburgh Park
EH12 9DJ, Edinburgh, 15 Lochside Avenue
This 4-star Novotel is 200 metres from Edinburgh Park Rail Station and a 12-minute train ride from the city centre. It has modern rooms and a heated indoor swimming pool. Located just off the tram... read more
4440 reviews 8.5
Dreamhouse Apartments Edinburgh Holyrood Park
EH8 8BA, Edinburgh, The Park, 89 Holyrood Road
Beside Holyrood Park, these city-centre apartments have free Wi-Fi and free parking. They are stylish, modern and close to Scottish Parliament and the Palace of Holyrood house. Each Dreamhouse Edinburgh Holyrood Park apartment has a... read more
35 reviews 8.4
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
EH1 1TH, Edinburgh, The Royal Mile
On the historic Royal Mile, Radisson Blu Hotel Edinburgh is a modern hotel which features a spa / fitness centre, stylish bar and luxury bedrooms with free Wi-Fi. Waverley train station is just a 5-minute... read more
4232 reviews 8.4
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa
EH3 9SR, Edinburgh, 1 Festival Square
Overlooking Edinburgh Castle, the Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa is located in the financial district, next to the West End business and entertainment area and a five-minute walk from Princes Street, 500 metres from Edinburgh... read more
2225 reviews 8.3
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh – Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel
EH1 1NA, Edinburgh, 300 Cowgate
This city centre Holiday Inn Express is just a few minutes’ walk from the Royal Mile, and 0.6 miles from Holyrood House. This IHG Quality Excellence Award-winning hotel offers free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned rooms with... read more
3553 reviews 8.2
The Salisbury Hotel
EH16 5AA, Edinburgh, 43-45 Salisbury Road
This 4-star townhouse hotel is located within the quiet residential area of Newington, just 1 mile from Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile and vibrant city centre. Stylish rooms have room service available and complimentary Wi-Fi, whilst... read more
927 reviews 8
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh - Formerly Jurys Inn
EH1 1DH, Edinburgh, 43 Jeffrey Street
Formerly Jurys Inn, Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh - Formerly Jurys Inn is In the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, right beside the Royal Mile and less than a 5-minute walk from Waverly Train Station. The... read more
8313 reviews 7.9
Allison House 17
EH9 2AX, Edinburgh, 17 Mayfield Gardens
This Georgian building is now a family-run guest house with easy access to Edinburgh city centre by bus. It offers free WiFi, free parking and en suite rooms with flat-screen TVs. Allison House 17 is... read more
1269 reviews 7.7
Lochend Serviced Apartments
EH7 6ET, Edinburgh, 149/1 Lochend Road
Lochend Apartments are a complex of 50 serviced apartments, situated in Leith, 1.6 miles from Edinburgh Princes Street/Royal Mile, 1.4 miles from Edinburgh Playhouse and less than a mile from Leith Ocean Terminal/Royal Yacht Britannia.... read more
510 reviews 7.6
West End Hotel
EH125AU, Edinburgh, 35 Palmerston Place
The West End Hotel is located in a B-listed Victorian townhouse only 15-minutes walk from the West End of Princes Street, the perfect base to relax yet within easy reach of all that Edinburgh has... read more
740 reviews 7.6
Alexander Guest House
EH9 2BX, Edinburgh, 35, Mayfield Gardens
Alexander Guest House is a friendly guest house with clean rooms and excellent bus access to Edinburgh city centre. Arthur’s Seat provides a beautiful backdrop. At Alexander there is limited free parking and free internet... read more
754 reviews 7.5
Regent House Hotel - City Centre Hotel
EH1 3JX, Edinburgh, 3-5 Forth Street
On a quiet, cobbled street just a 5-minute walk from Princes Street, the family-run Regent House Hotel is set in a restored Georgian building. It offers free WiFi and is less than 10 minutes’ walk... read more
1279 reviews 7.4
Thistle Hotel
EH3 7EG, Edinburgh, 59 Manor Place
This historic Georgian building is on a quiet street in Edinburgh’s New Town, 700 metres from Haymarket Rail Station. It has large en suite rooms and a traditional Scottish-style bar. Free WiFi is available throughout... read more
674 reviews 7.3
Aynetree Guest House
EH15 3AS, Edinburgh, 12 Duddingston Crescent, Milton Road
With free private parking, the Aynetree Guest House is on a main bus route, with excellent direct access to Edinburgh city centre. This Victorian house is well located for Arthur's Seat and the Palace of... read more
367 reviews 6.9
a&o Edinburgh City
EH1 1NE, Edinburgh, 50 Blackfriars Street
Just off the Royal Mile, a&o Edinburgh City has free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and a lively restaurant and bar. Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station is 400 metres away. All rooms and dormitories at a&o... read more
3149 reviews 6.9
Balmore Guest House
EH3 9NQ, Edinburgh, 34, Gilmore Place
This friendly, family-run Victorian guest house offers modern en-suite rooms across 3 neighboring Victorian townhouses. Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street can both be reached within 20 minutes’ walk. Nearby Union Canal boasts beautiful walks and... read more
3701 reviews 6.7
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When you look out for a holiday in Scotland, then you must visit Edinburgh, as there are so many activities to do here. It is the base, which will help you in exploring the whole of Scotland. It’s one the most beautiful capitals that you will ever tour and it is known as the Athens of the north, with each corner of this stunning city having its historical chronicle.
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Edinburgh can be toured at any time to see its historical culture and beauty. However, in some specific seasons, it considered as the best time to visit this place. Commonly, the most excellent time to visit a place relies on the weather pattern.
In Edinburgh, the best season is during summer, but from November to December the city is light up with sparkling lights and decorations which makes it one of the most favourable times of the year to visit Edinburgh in Scotland. During this time of year, accommodations are fully booked quickly, so it’s recommended to reserve a hotel room, b&b or self catering apartment well in advance.
Christmas markets, enchanting sounds, festive fairs, such as Santa Land in Princes Street Gardens, and yuletide festivals proliferate throughout the Scottish capital at the end of the year.
On 30 December the enchanting Torchlight Procession passes through Edinburgh’s Old Town, and there is the famous Hogmanay street party and a spectacular fireworks display on 31 December 2023. During the annual Loony Dook on 1 January you can take a icy cold dip in the Firth of Forth to start the new year.
Check out also hotels and b&b’s in Glasgow for Xmas and New Years Eve.
Book cheap hotel rooms wisely or in advance
Edinburgh sees a lot of tourists all through the year, and it is suggested to the visitors to book their budget hotel rooms wisely or in advance to avoid any last-minute hassles that result in jeopardizing their trips. When planning to get a holiday here for Xmas shopping or during Hogmaney New Year’s Festival then you must pay attention to the Edinburgh accommodation so that you get alleviated of any hassle the moment you land in this city.
The hotels, cosy bed and breakfast and apartments for rent can be a bit pricey for you, however check our cheap deals and it might aid in getting budget friendly hotels or b&b’s for a Xmas break or for New Years Eve 2022. If you have appropriate information, then you can certainly get great deals with realistic prices.
Markets and other Celebrations
Celebrations : Scotland’s world-famous New Year festival is called Edinburgh’s Hogmaney. The festivities last for three days with spectacular events, dancing, music and fireworks.
Where : The event takes place in the heart of the City Centre with Edinburgh Castle as a backdrop and includes four stages: Mound Stage, Waverley Street Stage, Castle Street Stage and Frederick Street Stage.
Some highlights of the festival are The Torchlight Procession (29th of December), The Night Afore celebrations (30th of December) and the Hogmanay Street party and concert in Princes Street Gardens (31st of December).
Many bars and hotels hold their own party and firework display as well. A popular area is Bourbon Street.
Christmas Market : the annual Edinburgh European Christmas Market is held at East Princes St Gardens from November to January 2022.
A second market is the Scottish Market in West George Street. The market at West George St will operate from the end of November to the 24th of December.
A few attractions
Here are a few attractions to tour in this city:
1. Edinburgh Castle: This castle is a highly toured place by both locals and foreigners.
The place is home to Edinburgh Tattoo, and it is a beautiful royal fortress located on the highest points of this capital. It was built more than ten centuries ago, and it is still in a great shape.
Plenty of hotels, bed and breakfast and apartments to rent for 1 night or more can be found near the Castle grounds.
2. Royal Botanic Garden: This botanic garden is reputed as the second oldest in the globe. It is an appealing place where tourist activities, as well as research, go hand in hand. It is an ideal location for a picnic with friends and family.
3. Edinburgh Zoo: This spot can be a good choice if you would want to go for an outing with your children. The zoo is well-known all over the planet for its parade of penguins.
You can also see other animals such as the Tiger, Rhino, Polar Bear, Koala Bear and much more. The facility has initiated various research programmes and projects for the protection and breeding of the endangered species that are on the verge of extermination.