Edinburgh City Centre Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Visit Edinburgh City Centre
Stay near popular Edinburgh City Centre attractions
Top hotels in Edinburgh City Centre
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
"Room was great, nice decor. We were greeted with a welcome drink which was appreciated. Lots of coffee and tea in the room. Great location to easily access Royal Mile out the back way. I would recommend staying here."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"Amazing location in Edinburgh. Staff were extremely helpful. Small rooms but has everything we needed."
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
"My wife and I truly enjoyed our stay. Great location close to public transport and a good mix of restaurants. We loved the hotel breakfast but would’ve preferred if they started serving at 6 AM instead of 7 AM just to make it easier to connect with morning tour groups."
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
"We stayed here for 2 nights and can say with complete honesty it lives up to the usual high standards associated with the Hilton brand. We ordered room service on night one which arrived in very quick time and tasted delicious everything we ordered was fresh and great quality. The beds at the Hilton ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
"Perfect place if you just need somewhere to sleep in the centre"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
"very good hotel!!and staff"
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Edinburgh City Centre
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Grassmarket – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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 Princes Street and George Street.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port 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.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Royal Lyceum Theatre and Usher Hall while in the area.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and Vietnam House Art Gallery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
