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Hotels in Edinburgh

A historic Scottish capital dominated by its castle, with cobbled Old Town streets, festivals and nearby hills.

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Areas to stay in Edinburgh

Old Town: Medieval lanes along the Royal Mile, between the castle and Holyrood
New Town: Georgian streets, Princes Street shops and gardens below the castle
West End: Elegant area near Haymarket and Princes Street, convenient for trains
Leith: Waterfront district with seafood restaurants and a relaxed local feel

When to visit Edinburgh

Usually good: May to September, when days are long; August is festival season. Quieter, often with lower demand: February to March. See hotel deals in Edinburgh for tips on saving.

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Questions about hotels in Edinburgh

Where should I stay in Edinburgh? Popular areas include Old Town (medieval lanes along the Royal Mile, between the castle and Holyrood); New Town (georgian streets, Princes Street shops and gardens below the castle); West End (elegant area near Haymarket and Princes Street, convenient for trains); Leith (waterfront district with seafood restaurants and a relaxed local feel). The right one depends on what you want nearby, so compare a few.

When is a good time to visit Edinburgh? Edinburgh is usually good in May to September, when days are long; August is festival season. Quieter months, often with lower demand, are February to March. Conditions vary from year to year.

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