Port Seton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

It's actually between the towns of Port Seton and Tranent. It was the burial place of The Seton family (of which this tomb is one), who were associated with the Knights Templar and who still live in the House next door.
It's actually between the towns of Port Seton and Tranent. It was the burial place of The Seton family (of which this tomb is one), who were associated with the Knights Templar and who still live in the House next door.
Late medieval period Scottish Kirk
Long Craigs Offshore rocks seen from the Links, Port Seton.
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A low rainbow, Seton Sands The Links, Seton Sands, with a bright rainbow band across the eastern horizon.
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$174 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$174
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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Location of hotel for exploring Edinburgh is excellent and public transport to / from the Airport & further afield is excellent & easy to access. We were first time visitors & used the Airlink bus. All the hotel staff were so friendly & could not have been more helpful. The food we had, including ...

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

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Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$160 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$160
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

4 out of 5
111 Glasgow Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$119 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
AU$119
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (675 reviews)
Breakfast was fresh and plentiful, lots of choice , pool was a bonus with both sauna and steam room working . Great Hairdresser tucked away in a corner , her name is Cheryl and she saved the day with a great cut and blowdry , Rooms were big enough and stocked with water tea and coffee, did not realise ...

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

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Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
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9/10 Wonderful! (2,420 reviews)
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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 Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,135 reviews)
The location was perfection. My husband and I were able to walk to so many sights and food places. The room was so clean and cozy. The body wash and shampoo were amazing! The check-in and breakfast personal were so great! I will definitely be coming back!

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

3 out of 5
74 - 77 Queen Street Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,233 reviews)
Great Staff, perfect location. Good for families. Very quiet.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street
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