West End Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular West End attractions

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Dean Village

10.0/10 (6 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Dean Village. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
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Activities

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

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

AU$36
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

AU$73
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

AU$40
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket

Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket

AU$41
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

AU$44
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Countryside in Edinburgh

Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh

AU$171
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
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Our pick of the best West End Hotel Deals

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

3 out of 5
152 Morrison Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$168 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$168
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Point A Edinburgh Haymarket
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

3 out of 5
7 Clifton Terrace Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$113 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$113
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are located ...
8/10 Very good! (1,006 reviews)
"A solid performer conveniently located near Haymarket Station (with an M&S!) for ease of train, tram and taxi travel."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

3 out of 5
69 Belford Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$99 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$99
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms ...
6.4/10 (1,312 reviews)
"I had an absolutely terrible experience staying at the Britannia Edinburgh Hotel and strongly warn other travelers to avoid this property. First, the room hygiene was unacceptable. The bathtub was covered in deep black mold embedded in cracked grout lines and a pink bacterial biofilm (Serratia marcescens) ..."

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
The Hoxton, Edinburgh

The Hoxton, Edinburgh

4 out of 5
5-21 Grosvenor Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$245 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$245
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are located ...
The Hoxton, Edinburgh
The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

5 out of 5
Princes Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$396 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$396
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

4 out of 5
1 Morrison Link, Midlothian Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$226 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$226
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,288 reviews)
"Lovely staff. Good breakfast. We had an issue with a pipe making lots of noise whenever the water run which was annoying. Well located hotel and was able to walk into Edinburgh city centre in about 30 minutes"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
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Our guide on where to stay in West End

Find the best West End areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

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Old Town Edinburgh

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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New Town

Travellers 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 Assembly Rooms and George Street.

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Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks and Royal Yacht Britannia 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.

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Tollcross

Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.

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