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Popular places to visit
Portobello Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Portobello Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Edinburgh. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Edinburgh Castle
Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.
Royal Mile
Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
Hairy Coos & Highland Views: A Short Escape from Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour
Top hotels in Portobello
Best Western Kings Manor Hotel
We don't drink alcohol so I have no feedback on that, the breakfast options were decent, we stayed for a week and we got a bit tiered of it, but there is the resultant attached that makes it super convenient to switch things up and we really liked having those options
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
A wonderful stay at the holiday Inn ( near the zoo) very spacious, very clean and organised-by friendly professional team. Well connected to airport and city. I hope to return when visiting Edinburgh again.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
Great location. Friendly helpful staff. Coukd do with tea snd coffee facilities in the rooms.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Great value, Modern, clean, close to airport. Nice environment to have drink/dinner too if that interests you. The place had great energy
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
This was actually a two night stay - two separate, sequential reservations - which the staff dealt with just fine on check-in, though despite getting my keys renewed first thing on Day 2, the keys still did not work when I got back to my room - first world problems! Biggest issue was that the hotel ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Rooms were clean, staff were friendly, and Wifi worked perfectly.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portobello
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
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.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Newington
Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Summerhall while you're exploring the area.
Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery and Sherlock Holmes Statue while you're in town.
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.
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