Colinton Travel Guide

Edinburgh

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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle which includes heritage elements and a castle

Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(1,009 reviews)

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.

Edinburgh Castle
Royal Mile featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house

Royal Mile

4.5/5(575 reviews)

With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.

Royal Mile
Princes Street

Princes Street

4.5/5(628 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Princes Street
Edinburgh Zoo showing land animals and zoo animals

Edinburgh Zoo

4.5/5(204 reviews)

Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.

Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

4.5/5(187 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Grassmarket

Grassmarket

4.5/5(442 reviews)

During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this romantic area.

Grassmarket

Top hotels in Colinton

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ₹17,645 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
₹17,645
₹21,174 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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! (1,767 reviews)
"Amazing view, good service, bed could be more comfortable"

Reviewed on 13 Apr 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is ₹8,916 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
₹8,916
₹10,700 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Only wish the pool area stayed open longer."

Reviewed on 13 Apr 2025

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ₹12,684 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
₹12,684
₹15,222 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,592 reviews)
"The hotel is close to Waverley Station and the Edinburgh Tram stop on St. Andrew's Square and the Hop on Hop off bus starts just across the street. The staff were very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
4 out of 5
231 Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ₹13,837 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
₹13,837
₹16,604 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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! (1,960 reviews)
"Overall it was a good place to stay. However bed needs to be updated mattress was lumpy and definitely sagging"

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
3 out of 5
77 South Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ₹9,855 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
₹9,855
₹11,826 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,379 reviews)
"Friendly helpful staff, excellent location, clean comfortable room."

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2025

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
ibis budget Edinburgh Park
ibis budget Edinburgh Park
3 out of 5
Edinburgh Business Park, 6 Lochside View, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ₹6,101 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
₹6,101
₹7,321 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Basic, clean and well staffed
"It’s a budget hotel, nice staff, basic rooms but clean and functional. Perfectly situated to the airport and trams into Edinburgh"

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2025

ibis budget Edinburgh Park
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Other neighbourhoods around Colinton

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Morningside

4.5/5(26 area reviews)

Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and Braid Hills Golf Course while you're in town.

Morningside
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Merchiston

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

Merchiston is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Holy Corner, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Merchiston
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Bruntsfield

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

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.

Bruntsfield
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Murrayfield

4.5/5(39 area reviews)

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.

Murrayfield
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Haymarket

4.5/5(22 area reviews)

Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and FountainPark. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.

Haymarket
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West End

4/5(668 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Princes Street to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.

West End

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