Edinburgh - Luxury Hotels, B&B, Inns, Attractions, Gardens, Museums, Galleries, Historic Houses, Restaurants, Spas, Golf Courses - Britain's Finest


Edinburgh - Luxury Hotels, B&B, Inns, Attractions, Gardens, Museums, Galleries, Historic Houses, Restaurants, Spas, Golf Courses - Britain's Finest are listed below.

Luxury Hotels in or near Edinburgh

The Balmoral

1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Balmoral hotel combines service that is attentive yet never intrusive. Opulent suites and stylish rooms with stunning views towards Edinburgh Castle, the Old Town or... more

The Bonham

35 Drumsheugh Gardens, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Bonham hotel is one of the coolest hotels in Edinburgh, where you´ll enjoy an uplifting contemporary ambiance within the classic timelessness of a Victorian town... more

Channings

12/16 South Learmonth Gardens, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Channings hotel is a privately owned 4 Star Edinburgh hotel, situated just minutes from the city centre and Edinburgh Castle. Comprising five Edwardian town houses... more

The Edinburgh Residence

7 Rothesay Terrace, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Comprising three beautiful architectural Georgian townhouses situated in Edinburgh´s West End. The Edinburgh Residence enjoys a peaceful yet central location only minutes walk from Edinburgh´s main... more

The Glasshouse

2 Greenside Place, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Glasshouse hotel has clean contemporary lines behind the facade of an old church - Edinburgh´s hip boutique luxury hotel. An oasis from the City, the... more

The Howard

34 Great King Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Howard hotel is a 5 Star Georgian retreat in the centre of Scotland´s Capital City. During your stay at the hotel, you´ll be taken back... more

Norton House Hotel

Ingliston, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Whether you visit on business or pleasure, you´ll find it easy to relax at Norton House. On fine days, a stroll in the gardens is a... more

Prestonfield

Priestfield Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Although only five minutes from the historic attractions of the Royal Mile and all the capital´s most glamorous shopping streets, Prestonfield boasts a truly idyllic setting.... more

The Scotsman Hotel

20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Scotsman Hotel, located in the heart of the beautiful city of Edinburgh on the historic North Bridge is housed within the magnificent Scotsman Newspaper building.... more



Small Hotels / Inns in or near Edinburgh

Ailsa Craig Hotel

24 Royal Terrace, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Ailsa Craig Hotel was originally a traditional Georgian family townhouse designed by the renowned architect William Playfair and built in 1820. The hotel has been tastefully... more

Kildonan Lodge Hotel

27 Craigmillar Park, Newington, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
An outstanding example of Victorian elegance Kildonan Lodge Hotel has been beautifully restored to capture the atmosphere of a bygone era and provides the perfect setting... more

The Retreat Castle Hotel

1 Cockpen Road, Bonnyrigg, Edinburgh, Mid-Lothian
Set in acres of lush gardens, The Retreat Castle Hotel is a striking building that dates back to 1640. With its turrets, tower and private Chapel... more



Bed & Breakfast in or near Edinburgh

Craigbrae Farmhouse

Kirkliston, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Craigbrae Farmhouse is a family run B&B. This 18th century stone house is set in beautiful countryside near Dalmeny village. The bedrooms are pretty and comfortable,... more

Fraoch House

66 Pilrig Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Fraoch House B&B is situated in a beautiful Victorian building that has many original period features, that have been combined with contemporary design to provide a... more

Ingrams

24 Northumberland Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Ingrams B&B is situated in the heart of historic Edinburgh and is a category A listed Georgian terraced town mansion. Situated in a quiet residential street... more

Spylaw Bank House

2 Spylaw Avenue, Colinton, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Spylaw Bank House B&B is an elegant Georgian family home, situated in secluded and spacious grounds three miles from Edinburgh centre. There are luxuriously appointed en-suite... more

The Town House

65 Gilmore Place, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Town House B&B is an attractive, privately owned Victorian house, in a city centre location. Theatres and restaurants are only a few minutes walk away.... more

Tudorbank Lodge

18 St John´s Road, Corstorphine, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Tudorbank Lodge B&B is a Tudor-style Edinburgh house which, for its architectural interest is an historic listed building. Ideally located for many of the attractions, either... more



Museums / Art Galleries in or near Edinburgh

City Art Centre

2 Market Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The City Art Centre is both home to Edinburgh´s outstanding collection of Scottish art and one of the United Kingdom´s premier temporary exhibition spaces. Since it... more

Dean Gallery

73 Belford Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Dean Gallery opened in 1999 to house part of the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art´s permanent collection and the Paolozzi Gift of sculpture and... more

The Fruitmarket Gallery

45 Market Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Fruitmarket Gallery is situated in one of the world´s most beautiful cities, and is an acclaimed international art space, which has operated as a contemporary... more

Museum of Childhood

42 High Street, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Museum of Childhood, opened in 1955, was the dream of a local councillor, Patrick Murray. It is a unique treasure house dedicated to children and... more

Museum of Edinburgh

Huntly House, 142 Canongate, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Museum of Edinburgh is home to important collections relating to the story of Edinburgh from pre-historic times to the present day. The Museum´s treasures include... more

National Gallery of Scotland

The Mound, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The National Gallery of Scotland was opened in 1859, and houses Scotland´s greatest collection of European paintings, drawings and prints dating from the early Renaissance to... more

National Library of Scotland

George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The National Library of Scotland is an information treasure trove of Scotland´s knowledge, culture and history, with millions of books manuscripts and maps covering every subject.... more

National War Museum of Scotland

Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The National War Museum of Scotland is located within Edinburgh Castle. The Museum explores the Scottish experience of war and military service over the last 400... more

Newhaven Heritage Museum

24 Pier Place, Newhaven Harbour, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
At the Newhaven Heritage Museum, find out what it was like to live in the tightly-knit fishing community of Newhaven, earning a living as a fishwife... more

The People´s Story

Canongate Tolbooth, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The People´s Story Museum is situated in the 16th century Canongate Tolbooth, in the Royal Mile. The Museum uses oral history, reminiscence, written sources and reconstructed... more

The Queen´s Gallery

Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Queen´s Gallery, hosts a programme of changing exhibitions from the Royal Collection. Exhibitions in 2006 include: Unfolding Pictures: Fans in the Royal Collection (9 Dec... more

Royal Museum & Museum of Scotland

Chambers Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Royal Museum & The Museum of Scotland stand side-by-side in the centre of the city. The Museum of Scotland presents the history of Scotland, it´s... more

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art

¸ Keith Hunter

75 Belford Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art is a magnificent building housing Scotland´s finest collection of 20th and 21st century paintings, sculpture and graphic art. Highlights include... more

Scottish National Portrait Gallery

1 Queen Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Built in the 1880s, the Scottish National Portrait Gallery is a visual history of Scotland from the 16th century to the present day. Told through portraits... more

Talbot Rice Gallery

University of Edinburgh, Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Talbot Rice Gallery is the public art gallery of The University of Edinburgh. Established in 1975, it is named after David Talbot Rice, Professor of... more

The Writers´ Museum

Lady Stair's Hse, Lady Stairs Cls, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Writers´ Museum is dedicated to Scotland´s great literary figures - Robert Burns (1759-1796), Sir Walter Scott (1771-1832) and Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1895). On display is... more



Historic Houses in or near Edinburgh

Edinburgh Castle

Castlehill, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Castle is famous worldwide as an icon of Scotland. Once the home of kings and queens it is now the country´s premier visitor attraction. It... more

The Georgian House

7 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Georgian House is part of Robert Adam´s masterpiece of urban design, Charlotte Square. It dates from 1796, when those who could afford it began to... more



Gardens in or near Edinburgh

Royal Botanic Garden

Inverleith Row, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Royal Botanic Garden, known locally as the `Botanics´, was established way back in 1670 and is Scotland´s premier garden. Tender plants are an important part... more



Attractions in or near Edinburgh

Auld Reekie Tours

45 Niddry Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Edinburgh´s Scariest Haunted Underground Ghost Tours as featured on ´Most Haunted Live´ on Halloween 2006 and again on Halloween 2008. Acclaimed as their scariest location ever.... more

Edinburgh Castle

Castlehill, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Castle is famous worldwide as an icon of Scotland. Once the home of kings and queens it is now the country´s premier visitor attraction. It... more

Edinburgh Dungeon

31 Market Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Dungeon - deep in the heart of Scotland, buried beneath the paving stones of Edinburgh, lies the world´s most chillingly famous horror attraction. Step through... more

Edinburgh Zoo

Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo was opened to the public on 22 July 1913, and was incorporated by Royal Charter later that year. The largest and most exciting wildlife... more

Our Dynamic Earth

Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Our Dynamic Earth is the Mother Earth of all adventures, taking you on a journey of discovery, in around and across our planet. You´ll travel back... more

Royal Observatory Visitor Centre

Blackford Hill, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Royal Observatory Edinburgh Visitor Centre is open for pre-booked group visits and for special events, providing a window into the world of astronomy. Enjoy a... more

The Royal Yacht Britannia

Ocean Terminal, Leith, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Start your visit at The Royal Yacht Britannia with a look around the Visitor Centre on the second floor of the Ocean Terminal with its fascinating... more



Spas in or near Edinburgh

The Balmoral Hotel

1 Princess Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Balmoral Spa is a retreat in the heart of the city, offering a sanctuary of personal comfort and total escapism, with the highest levels of... more

The Holyrood

81 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
At the Vital Spa all the treatments and therapies have been created to assist in restoring balance and well-being in your life. The wide range of... more

One Spa at the Sheraton Grand Hotel

8 Conference Square, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Step inside the One Spa and feel at once the serenity, calm and warmth of the welcome; a new concept in total wellbeing. Here, healing spa... more

PURE Spa

2nd Floor, Ocean Terminal, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
At PURE Spa, every visit is a unique experience for every guest. Booking a PURE Spa Experience is a great introduction to PURE Spa. This gives... more

Roxburghe Hotel

38 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Spa at the Roxburghe Hotel is the place for you to lose your stress and invest in yourself. Relax in one of the beauty rooms,... more

The Scotsman Hotel

20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
At The Cowshed Spa, revive your body and spirit. Relax and enjoy some precious time for yourself.... more



Restaurants in or near Edinburgh

Abstract

33-35 Castle Terrace, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
This elegant restaurant is sister to the Glasgow Abstract that first came to the nation’s attention in Gordon Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares television series. With acres of... more

The Atrium

10 Cambridge Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Andrew Radford’s restaurant has been one of the best in the city for well over a decade. The stage set-like interior created from canvas, copper, flickering... more

Channings Restaurant

12/16 South Learmouth Gardens, Stockbridge, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Tucked away on a cobbled Edinburgh back street, this elegantly minimal hotel dining room offers a gastronomic oasis close to the heart of the city. Simply... more

David Bann

56/58 St Marys Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
This stylish split level restaurant is one of the very few in the country to elevate vegetarian food to a gastronomic level. Cream and scarlet painted... more

Forth Floor, Harvey Nichols

St Andrews Square, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
It’s no surprise that one of Edinburgh’s most stylish department stores is also home to one of its most stylish restaurants. An al fresco terrace offers... more

Herbe Bistro

44/46 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
You'll find this lively bistro in the heart of Edinburgh’s atmospheric and historic old town but just a few minutes walk from Princes Street and the... more

Malmaison Brasserie

1 Tower Place, Leith, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
All leather, wrought iron and blood red walls, a meal in the brasserie of a Malmaison hotel is a bit like dining in some kinky Scottish... more

North Bridge Brasserie at The Scotsman Hotel

20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
This stylish wood paneled hotel dining room is housed in the former Scotsman newspaper building’s reception room. The regularly changing menu showcases Scottish produce in an... more

Number One Restaurant

The Balmoral, 1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Number One lives up to its name by being top of the list for sheer luxury and sophistication. Polished wood panelling, beige velvet banquettes and well... more

Restaurant at The Bonham

35 Drumsheugh Gardens, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
This handsome hotel restaurant features waist high dark wood paneling, cream walls enlivened by large splashes of abstract art and polish wood tables. An elegant and... more

Restaurant Martin Wishart

54 The Shore, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Gordon Ramsay no less is a fan of this fine dining restaurant in Edinburgh’s trendy docklands area. The recently refurbished dining room is a quiet riot... more

Vintners Rooms

The Vaults, 87 Giles Street, Leith, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Two distinct elegant rooms set aside for dining grace these old Edinburgh wine merchants’ auction rooms, one with high-ceilinged ornate plasterwork, the other with tapestries on... more

The Witchery by the Castle

Castlehill, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Everyone from Hollywood stars to celebrity chefs have dined in the gothic splendour of the Witchery. You don’t have to be famous to appreciate the fine... more