Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Castle
A focal point of Scottish history that dominates Edinburgh’s skyline and which has served as a fortress, a palace and home to the crown jewels.
Royal Mile
With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.
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.
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.
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
Top hotels in Carlops
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
The Apex in Grass market is a perfect location for the Castle, Old Town, Royal Mile and loads of restaurants, cafes and pubs. The staff were brilliant and not just one but everyone that dealt with us over the week. They were accommodating and very pleasant. Facilities included a spa and very clean ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
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Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Decent enough hotel for a overnight stop and 10 mins walk to terminal.Get to hotel early enough and get bus from outside door and get to and from Edinburgh for a pre night out.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
The staff are friendly welcoming and helpful. The room is big enough for us and we enjoyed the scenery
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Rooms are spacious and great kitchen for a few nights. Perfect location for walking to most places and an easy 15 min walk from the tram stops
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
We came for a 4 day mini break to Edinburgh. The hotel is next door to Edinburgh Zoo. Catch the 100 Airport bus, Stand A: it is about 15minutes by bus to the hotel. To go to Princes Street in the city centre bus 26/31 is right outside the hotel & about a 15minutes trip. An Open day ticket for bus/tram ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carlops
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Dominion Cinema and Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve while you're in town.
Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball 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.
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.
Grange
Travellers enjoy Grange for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Carlton Cricket Club while you're in the area.
Marchmont
Marchmont is well liked for its bars, and you can visit sights like Edinburgh Castle and George Square if you have time to explore the area.
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