The Inch

Edinburgh

Photo "The Inch" by Kay Williams (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Kay Williams (CC BY-SA)
Photo "The Inch" by Kay Williams (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Kay Williams (CC BY-SA)

Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle featuring a castle and heritage elements

Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(388 reviews)

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 featuring heritage architecture, a house and street scenes

Royal Mile

4.5/5(108 reviews)

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
Princes Street

Princes Street

4.5/5(86 reviews)

You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Princes Street, a favorite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Princes Street
University of Edinburgh featuring heritage architecture and heritage elements

University of Edinburgh

4.5/5(59 reviews)

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
Edinburgh Zoo which includes zoo animals and land animals

Edinburgh Zoo

4/5(5 reviews)

See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.

Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

4/5(19 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and entertainment choices.

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Things to do

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour

CA $32
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh

CA $85
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

CA $32
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern

Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern

CA $48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

CA $105
per adult
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh

Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh

CA $85
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh
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The Inch Hotel Deals

Arden Guest House, Craigmillar Castle Edinburgh
Arden Guest House, Craigmillar Castle Edinburgh
3 out of 5
126 Old Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is CA $77 per night from Feb. 26 to Feb. 27
CA $77
CA $114 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Stay at this 3-star golf guesthouse in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
6.8/10 (264 reviews)
Nice place at Edinburgh
"Good place and great choice for Edinburgh. Room is "brittish", so can´t really compare to "western" hotels. But it have it´straits. Eletric cattle on room with cofea and tee is great""

Reviewed on Dec. 2, 2024

Arden Guest House, Craigmillar Castle Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is CA $146 per night from Mar. 2 to Mar. 3
CA $146
CA $175 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,613 reviews)
"The Apex hotel was very convenient to the Royal mile and the tourist hotspots and also within walking distance to Princess street. Also plenty of cafes and restaurants in and around the Grassmarket. The hotel has its own carpark which was a great bonus. We found the staff very pleasant in all areas, ..."

Reviewed on Feb. 18, 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is CA $145 per night from Mar. 20 to Mar. 21
CA $145
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 20 - Mar 21
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,495 reviews)
Quiet, comfortable and spacious
"Quiet, comfortable, spacious, great facilities, very friendly helpful staff."

Reviewed on Feb. 15, 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is CA $109 per night from Mar. 2 to Mar. 3
CA $109
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,234 reviews)
Excellent
"It is such a lovely hotel in a great lovationy"

Reviewed on Feb. 16, 2025

YOTEL Edinburgh
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
3.5 out of 5
231 Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is CA $141 per night from Mar. 19 to Mar. 20
CA $141
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,924 reviews)
"Great location. Good price but would be good if they offered room service at least every other day or so. It’s not convenient to go downstairs for fresh towels."

Reviewed on Feb. 14, 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
4 out of 5
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club, Kirknewton, Scotland
The price is CA $112 per night from Mar. 2 to Mar. 3
CA $112
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Kirknewton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,550 reviews)
A wonderful stay
"We have stayed a few times now and love it here. The 2 x double rooms are great for families and the pool is a big hit with the kids. The breakfast is super too."

Reviewed on Feb. 16, 2025

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
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Other neighbourhoods around The Inch

Newington

Newington

4.5/5(38 area reviews)

Historic sites, museums, and cafes are just a few things travelers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Summerhall while you're exploring the area.

Newington
ornamental tomb stone

Grange

Visitors to Grange like its restaurants and gardens, and Carlton Cricket Club is a sight worth a stop.

Grange
National Library of Scotland which includes signage and interior views

Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, Festival Theatre and The Meadows are top sights worth seeing.

Southside
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Marchmont

Visitors to Marchmont enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, The Meadows is worth a stop.

Marchmont
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Morningside

5/5(1 area review)

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 Dominion Cinema while you're in town.

Morningside
Scottish Parliament showing street scenes and a pool

Holyrood

While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.

Holyrood

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