EDINBURGH

Description:

Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland, the second largest city in Scotland and the seventh most populated in the United Kingdom. The City of Edinburgh Council is one of Scotland%27s 32 local government council areas. The council area includes urban Edinburgh and a 30-square-mile (78 km2) rural area. Edinburgh is the seat of the Scottish Parliament. It is built on volcanic hills. The city was one of the major centers of the intellectual movement "the Enlightenment", led by the University of Edinburgh and earning it the nickname Athens of the North. The Old Medieval Town and New Town districts of Edinburgh were listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. The city is well-known for its annual Festival, a collection of official and independent festivals, held annually over four weeks from early August. Visitors to Edinburgh also appreciate its excellent museums.

Climate

Like much of the rest of Scotland, Edinburgh has a temperate, maritime climate which is relatively mild despite its northern latitude. The daytime temperatures in the winter rarely fall below freezing. Summer temperatures are normally moderate with daily average rarely exceeding 22 °C.

Transport

The Lothian buses offer the basic public transport when visiting Edinburgh. The Edinburgh Waverley station is the main railway station in Edinburgh. Edinburgh is a major transport hub for East Central Scotland and the city is connected by rail to all the major cities in Great Britain. As Edinburgh is also a well-known traffic congested city, the best way to get around is by walking. Edinburgh international airport with its domestic and international flights is the eighth international airport in Great Britain and it is located 8 miles from the city center to the west.

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Hotels in EDINBURGH


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Hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor

Address: Grosvenor Street, Edinburgh

$75 - $207

Location. Hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor is located in Edinburgh, close to Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, and Edinburgh Castle. Nearby points of interest also include Arthur's Seat and King's Theatre. Hotel Features. Hilton Edinburgh... more

The King James by Thistle

Address: 107 Leith Street, Edinburgh

Quick description This 4-star hotel is in Edinburgh city centre, just off Princes Street and 300 metres from Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station. The modern en suite rooms have flat-screen TVs with Freeview.The King James by Thistle is less than a mile (1.6 km) from Edinburgh Castle, the Palace of... more

Ibis Edinburgh Centre

Address: 6 Hunter Square, Edinburgh

Location. Ibis Edinburgh Centre is located in Edinburgh's Old Town neighborhood, close to City Chambers, Edinburgh Castle, and Loch Ness Discovery Centre. Nearby points of interest also include Real Mary King's Close and St. Giles' Cathedral. Hotel Features. Ibis Edinburgh Centre... more

Hilton Edinburgh Airport

Address: Ingliston, Edinburgh International AirportNewbridge

$98 - $209

Location. Located in Newbridge, Hilton Edinburgh Airport is near the airport and close to Royal Highland Centre, EICA:Ratho, and Dalmeny House. Other area points of interest include Deep Sea World and King's Theatre. Hotel Features. Hilton Edinburgh Airport features a restaurant and a... more

Norton House Hotel

Address: Ingliston, Edinburgh

Norton house was built for pleasure, its understated luxury and beautiful surroundings await to welcome you. Conveniently located on the outskirts of Edinburgh, close to Scotlands major motorway network, only 1.5 miles from Edinburgh airport and just 6 miles from Edinburgh Waverley train station.... more

Best Western Kings Manor Hotel

Address: 100 Milton Road East, Edinburgh

$67 - $136

Location. Best Western Kings Manor Hotel is located near the beach in Edinburgh and close to Portobello Beach, Arthur's Seat, and Holyrood Park. Additional points of interest include Palace Holyroodhouse and Easter Road Stadium. Hotel Features. Dining options at Best Western Kings Manor Hotel... more

Marriott Edinburgh

Address: 111 Glasgow Road, Edinburgh

$91 - $204

Location. Located in Edinburgh, Marriott Edinburgh is near the airport and close to Bruntsfield Links Golf Course, Murrayfield Stadium, and Tynecastle Stadium. Additional points of interest include Lauriston Castle. Hotel Features. Marriott Edinburgh's restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.... more

BW PLUS BRUNTSFIELD HOTEL

Address: 69 74 BRUNTSFIELD PLACE, Edinburgh

$88 - $152

HOTELYEAR BUILT 1862 YEAR REMODELED 2007ADDITIONAL PROPERTY DESCRIPTION IF YOURE HEADING FOR EDINBURGH, THIS CLASSIC TOWNHOUSE WILL MAKE YOUR TRIP ONE OF THE MOST MEMORABLE YOULL ENJOY. BEST WESTERN PLUS BRUNTSFIELD HOTEL IS EFFORTLESSLY ELEGANT, WITH CONTEMPORARY TOUCHES THAT PROVE THE DIFFERENCE... more

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre

Address: Picardy Place Top Of Leith Street, Edinburgh

$56 - $157

Location. Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre is located in Edinburgh's New Town neighborhood, close to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Omni Centre Edinburgh, and Nelson Monument. Nearby points of interest also include Calton Hill and Scott Monument. Hotel Features. This 3 star property... more

The Ben Doran

Address: 11 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh

The Ben Doran is a luxurious, 4-star and 4-AA townhouse. It is a historically listed building. It is central, less than a mile from the famous Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace. Ben Doran offers all modern comforts, is centrally heated, has TV in all rooms, free tea/coffee available at all... more


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