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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Apex European Hotel

Address: 90 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh

$97 - $213

Location. Apex European Hotel is located in central Edinburgh, close to Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and Murrayfield Stadium. Nearby points of interest also include Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street Gardens. Hotel Features. Apex European... more

Frederick House Hotel

Address: 42 Frederick Street, Edinburgh

$50 - $513

Frederick House Hotel

Quick description In the heart of central Edinburgh, Frederick House Hotel is a Georgian townhouse offering elegant, modern rooms with private bathrooms. Princes Street is just a 5-minute walk away.Each of the 4-star rooms at Frederick House feature a flat-screen TV and fridge. Guests can also make... more

Novotel Edinburgh Centre

Address: 80 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh

$107 - $191

Location. Located in central Edinburgh, Novotel Edinburgh Centre is a business friendly hotel within walking distance of Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh Castle, and Usher Hall. Additional points of interest include The Hub and Edinburgh International Conference Centre. Hotel Features. Novotel... more

Best Western Edinburgh Capital Hotel

Address: 187 Clermiston Road, Edinburgh

$67 - $146

Location. Located in Edinburgh, Best Western Edinburgh Capital Hotel is near the airport and close to Bruntsfield Links Golf Course, Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and Murrayfield Stadium. Nearby points of interest also include Edinburgh Zoo and Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art.... more

Channings Hotel

Address: 12-16 South Learmonth Gardens, Edinburgh

$93 - $165

Location. Channings Hotel is located in Edinburgh, close to Dean Gallery, Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, and Royal Botanic Garden. Nearby points of interest also include Edinburgh International Conference Centre and Princes Street Gardens. Hotel Features. Channings Hotel features a... more

Rocco Forte Balmoral Hotel

Address: 1 Princes Street, Edinburgh

Rocco Forte Balmoral Hotel

Rocco Forte Hotels' Balmoral is a luxury hotel in the true sense of the word. With its majestic clock tower, the hotel is a unique and contemporary luxury five-star property in the very heart of Edinburgh. While many Edinburgh hotels claim to have Edinburgh's landmarks on their doorstep,... more

The Roxburghe Hotel, Edinburgh

Address: 38 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh

$100 - $565

Location. Located in central Edinburgh, The Roxburghe Hotel, Edinburgh is within walking distance of Charlotte Square and Usher Hall. Nearby points of interest also include Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street Gardens. Hotel Features. The Roxburghe Hotel, Edinburgh's restaurant serves... more

Apex International Hotel

Address: 31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh

$121 - $230

Location. Located in central Edinburgh, Apex International Hotel is near the airport and within walking distance of Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre, The Hub, and Parliament House. Additional points of interest include City Chambers and Potterrow Student Centre. Hotel Features. Dining options at Apex... more

Ballantrae Hotel

Address: 8 York Place, Edinburgh

$85 - $902

Quick description In the heart of Edinburgh city centre, the historical Ballantrae is an elegant Georgian hotel offering guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. The shops of Princes Street and George Street are just a few minutes’ walk away.Some of the spacious en suite rooms at Ballantrae Hotel have striking... more

Apex City Hotel Edinburgh

Address: 61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh

$121 - $197

Location. Apex City Hotel Edinburgh is a business friendly hotel located in Edinburgh's Old Town neighborhood, close to Witchery Tours, The Hub, and Parliament House. Additional points of interest include City Chambers and Potterrow Student Centre. Hotel Features. Apex City Hotel... more


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