Prestonpans

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Preston Tower - ruined Tower House in Prestonpans.
Preston Tower - ruined Tower House in Prestonpans.
The “Johnny Cope Stone”. Memorial cairn commemorating the Battle of Prestonpans in 1745. General John Cope was in command of the defeated Hanoverian forces that day..
Preston Tower - ruined Tower House in Prestonpans.
Preston Tower
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ￥15,923 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
￥15,923
￥19,107 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,470 reviews)
Room was clean, staff very helpful, location is excellent, beds comfortable. Nice to have a warm shower even if the design was a funky with high step in and strange shower door

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ￥14,713 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
￥14,713
￥17,655 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,408 reviews)
The room was great, clean and plenty of space however the TVs are completely locked down so you can't use your own streaming devices or laptops with them. Breakfast was ok, great the kids were included with every adult but 20 quid would be quite steep based on what was available. In all though, it's ...

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

4 out of 5
111 Glasgow Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ￥10,261 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
￥10,261
￥12,313 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (669 reviews)
Spoless room staff were realy nice and helpful

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
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Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,408 reviews)
The room was great, clean and plenty of space however the TVs are completely locked down so you can't use your own streaming devices or laptops with them. Breakfast was ok, great the kids were included with every adult but 20 quid would be quite steep based on what was available. In all though, it's ...

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

4 out of 5
121 Grove St Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this apartment in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (543 reviews)
We have a pleasant stay! Staffs are friendly too!

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

4 out of 5
26 King's Stables Road Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,132 reviews)
Great location.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle showing chateau or palace and heritage elements

Edinburgh Castle

Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.

Edinburgh Castle
The Royal Mile which includes heritage architecture, a house and street scenes

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.

Royal Mile
Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland

Princes Street

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can enjoy retail therapy at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Princes Street
Scenic sight in Edinburgh with the Castle in the background. Scotland.

Grassmarket

During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Grassmarket
Aerial view of Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn St, Edinburgh, VK

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.

Murrayfield Stadium
University of Edinburgh which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture

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.

University of Edinburgh

Things to do

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer

￥3,622
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

￥3,813
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

￥7,838
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport

Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

￥7,651
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands

￥11,650
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
mountain view in edinburgh

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

￥14,489
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
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Cities near Prestonpans

Inveresk Lodge & Gardens

Musselburgh

Signpost in English and Scots Gaelic indicating the location of the 1745 Battle of Prestonpans (it had previously been known as the Battle of Gledsmuir and The Battle of Tranent).

Tranent

Calton Hill which includes a sunset, skyline and a city

Edinburgh

Cockenzie Power Station

Cockenzie