Carrick Knowe Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Carrick Knowe
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
"Great lobby area including bar/restaurant and games, decent pool, rooms still very much budget hotel. But fine for what we needed, safe, clean."
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"The room was dated but functional. I noticed carpet torn behind the chair. Also missed the part about no A/C. Muggy in the room with only an oscillating fan. Window had to be open so heard some noise from that. I wouldn’t rent in summer months due to that. Also, steps coming into hotel made it challenging ..."
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026
Point A Edinburgh Haymarket
"The rooms were pretty small"
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
"Great amenities and staff on this beautiful property. Didn’t know in advance there wasn’t AC but appreciated a fan in room. A maze to navigate the property but stay long enough and you’ll figure it out. Definitely difficult to get an Uber from here, plan for and anticipate a LONG wait time for pick ..."
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026
YOTEL Edinburgh
"I loved my room! The modern light system, the shower and storage shelving and super comfortable bed. Would have loved hot kettle amenitie but was nice to have coffee in the lobby. It was during Fringe fest so staff was overrun by the demand. I’d definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
"Terrible sound proofing. Could hear every thud from the room above walking about. Could also head the thud from me in my room so it's a poor sound proofing echo issue"
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Carrick Knowe
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
New Town
Travellers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Assembly Rooms and George Street.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.
