Musselburgh Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Jock Watson
Photo by Jock Watson
Photo by Jock Watson
Photo by Sharon Dutton
Photo by Sharon Dutton

Where to stay in Musselburgh

Newcraighall

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

Newcraighall
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ₹19,410 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
₹19,410
₹23,292 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,120 reviews)
"Great location for seeing many popular sites as well as good resturants. Walkable neighborhood."

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ₹10,935 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
₹10,935
₹13,122 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Great bus stop right out the door to the hotel that takes you to the city center. They allow luggage storage if you are early for check in. Older hotel but was clean."

Reviewed on 7 Sep 2025

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
CoDE Pod  – The CoURT - Edinburgh

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ₹12,628 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
₹12,628
₹15,154 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostal in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Great option if you want to stay in the heart of Old Town."

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

4 out of 5
121 Grove St, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (409 reviews)
"Amazing space, great amenities with Brita filtered water and espresso machine!"

Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025

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 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,249 reviews)
"Absolutely loved my stay at Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 From the moment I arrived, the experience was seamless. The location is unbeatable—right on the Royal Mile, with everything from historic landmarks to cozy cafés just steps away. I could walk to Waverley Station in minutes, ..."

Reviewed on 8 Sep 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

4 out of 5
26 King's Stables Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (987 reviews)
"Very convenient location. Close to pubs, coffee shops and restaurants. Staff was excellent!!"

Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Musselburgh

4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
6
5 - Excellent 27%
4 - Good
10
4 - Good 45%
3 - Okay
5
3 - Okay 23%
2 - Disappointing
1
2 - Disappointing 5%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Known as The Honest Town, clean, historic, friendly locals and a lovely harbour area.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice town, reasonable amount of shops and lovely river walks

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

There is an ice cream shop in town centre always busy, well worth a visit.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

There is no taxi rank at the train station. 3min walk to a bus stop which took us straight into town outside the hotel in no more than 10 minutes. Local couple helped with bus and driver was amazing. Went into Edinburgh by cab approx £20

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Musselburgh is a relatively quiet coastal town. There are a number of shop , restaurants, pubs. Good location as a base for exploring area.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Excellent access to Edinburgh city centre, couple of local good eateries

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