Slateford
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 entertainment choices 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.
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
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
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Edinburgh Castle Highlights Tour with Tickets, Map, and Guide
Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
Edinburgh: Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour
Slateford Hotel Deals
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
The room was clean and comfortable, the location was perfect, staff very friendly!
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Lovely clean bed linen, polite & helpful staff
Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Clean room, cosy and comfortable pod, helpful staff and friendly atmosphere.
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Lovely hotel minutes from train station. Professional and friendly staff. Check-in with Irene was a joy! Numerous hospitality staff encountered on my travels would benefit from working along side her for a short while! Will definitely return early new year.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Beautiful memories, friendly staff and clean environment
Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Good check in. Great gym and pool facilities. Fantastic breakfast, something for everyone.
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Slateford
Gorgie
While visiting Gorgie, you might make a stop by sights like Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball.
Murrayfield
Take time in Murrayfield to visit attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Morningside
Morningside is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and Braid Hills Golf Course while you're in town.
Haymarket
In the heart of Edinburgh, Haymarket boasts a variety of pubs, cafés, and restaurants, with historic Ryries Pub as a highlight. Easily accessible, it offers Haymarket railway station, tram connections, and various bus routes for convenient travel.
West End
Visitors to West End love its popular shops, and you can check out Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Dean Village. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Haymarket Tram Station.
Bruntsfield
Bruntsfield is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Links or Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course.
