Galashiels Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Galashiels
Fountainhall
If you're spending some time in Fountainhall, Edinburgh Castle and Dalkeith Country Park are top sights worth seeing.
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is AU$232 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$232
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Good
"Front desk guys were very welcoming , friendly and helpful! The staff in charge of the kitchen not so kind , they were somehow rude to help when asked a question During breakfast time . Good location. Not so close by foot to the city center, but easy access by buss which stop it right outside the ..."
Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$310 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$310
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,052 reviews)
"Great property in a great location. Very convenient to a lot of bars, restaurants, and attractions."
Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is AU$244 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$244
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostal in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Excellent, very clean and lovely staff"
Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
231 Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,215 reviews)
"Very central location."
Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025
PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
121 Grove St, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (387 reviews)
"Pros: Generous living spaces (sofa, dining, kitchen, w/d, d/w), Basic nespresso in room but only provided with 4 pods, and sophisticated coffee/beverage maker in lobby also). Two bedrooms. Tesco supermarket about 2 blocks away. Cons: Occasional awkward to navigate bedrooms as one had no closet (has ..."
Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
26 King's Stables Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (965 reviews)
"Fresh & plenty of options"
Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Torwoodlee Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Galashiels at Torwoodlee Golf Club. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Old Gala House
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Old Gala House in Galashiels. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Wooplaw Community Woodlands
Explore the great outdoors at Wooplaw Community Woodlands, a lovely green space in Galashiels. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Activities
Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Glenlivet-Glenallachie-Strathisla
AU$2,481
per adult
Tranent: Glenkinchie Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting
AU$43
per adult
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Princes Street
- University of Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Zoo
- George Street
- Portobello Beach
- Princes Street Gardens
- Heriot-Watt University
- St. Andrew Square
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Northumberland National Park
- Arthur's Seat
- National Museum of Scotland
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Calton Hill