Holyrood
Edinburgh
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Popular places to visit
Dynamic Earth
You can study the exhibits at Dynamic Earth, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Edinburgh. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and notable monuments.
Scottish Parliament
As Scotland’s political center, this striking modern building hosts the nation's government and welcomes visitors to its events and exhibitions.
Museum of Edinburgh
You can study the exhibits at Museum of Edinburgh, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Edinburgh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene.
Burns Monument
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Burns Monument. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Canongate Tolbooth
You can study the exhibits at Canongate Tolbooth, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Edinburgh. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Canongate Kirk
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a trip to Canongate Kirk. Discover the area's lively festivals and notable monuments.
Things to do
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Guided Tour
Holyrood Hotel Deals
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
"Very comfortable one bedroom apartment suite on the Royal Mile but far enough down the hill as to render it quiet. Great breakfast. Near everything. Not luxurious but sufficient to our needs."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
"Location was excellent and near Holyrood Park, staff really friendly and helpful. Breakfast very good with lots of choice."
Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
"No WiFi was provided and messages weren’t answered about them"
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026
Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile
"The first room we were placed in was filthy. The carpet was very dirty and the shower was moldy! We were given another room with a cleaner carpet; however, there was still mold in the shower. We didn’t ask for another room because we were traveling and were very tired. This was very disappointing ..."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
"The staff was particularly helpful and the room was clean and the breakfast delicious. We did not use any of the amenities and were disappointed that there were no pedicures on offer."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
"The property is ok, needs some maintenance to get it back to its glory days. The room was clean although the bathroom floor had the grout missing between the tiles. You can hear next door through the walls and can be noisy. The Brasseria restaurant was not great. Staff seemed to be a little lost ..."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Where to stay in Holyrood
Old Town Edinburgh
Old Town Edinburgh is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Royal Mile and Princes Street.
Edinburgh City Centre
While you're in Edinburgh City Centre, take in top sights like Princes Street or Royal Mile, and hop on the metro to see more the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
New Town
Travelers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Princes Street and George Street.
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.
Tollcross
Travelers come to Tollcross for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Usher Hall and King's Theatre while you're in town.
