Restalrig
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
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 enjoy retail therapy at Princes Street. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this walkable area.
University of Edinburgh
The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium, and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Restalrig Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
"Nice enough place if you’re staying for a few nights. Easy connection to the main shopping places and airport. Breakfast was pretty good! It’s literally right next to the zoo which is an amazing place, deffo worth a visit! A few things to note: no fridge or safe in the rooms, which to be fair it ..."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"We loved our stay- the location, staff, view of the castle from our balcony. It was perfect."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
"Our room was a converted holding cell with bars still on the window. It had a toilet and shower and was pretty small, but they did an excellent job with the space, lots of hooks, drawer under the bed, a fair amount of shelves and lots of mirrors to make it feel bigger. Great bed! I also appreciated ..."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
"I've rated this hotel "okay" which it was. A 10 min walk from Waverley Station. From reception to the room was quite convoluted as had to take 2 different lifts and signage wasn't great to the 2nd lift - through the restaurant and down a corridor. The staff were helpful though and the receptionist ..."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
"The best part about the hotel is the location as it’s right next to the Waverley train station. Our view out the window was also great; we could see the Nelson monument as well as the neo-classical half finished Parthenon type structure. The hotel room itself was a bit weird. The bed was jammed against ..."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
"I stayed here one night before catching a flight back to London. The hotel sits on beautiful property. I saw quite a bit of wildlife and spent a couple hours bird watching whilst there. There appeared to be a lot of activities available besides the obvious golf. I ate dinner in the Brasserie and ..."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Restalrig
Leith
Undergoing significant regeneration, Leith boasts a busy port, the Royal Yacht Britannia, and Ocean Terminal shopping centre. The shore area offers charming pubs and restaurants, while cultural attractions include Leith Theatre and Leith School of Art.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
Broughton
Travelers 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.
Pleasance
Though Pleasance might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
Portobello
Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Joppa Shore.
Bonnington
While there might not be top attractions in Bonnington, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
