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This is Rampant Scotland's page of links to sites offering accommodation ranging from 5-star hotels to camp sites in Edinburgh. For other areas of Scotland and a page with all the links for the whole of Scotland, see the map on the Accommodation Index
A-1 Playfair House is a hostel at 8 Blenheim Place, Royal Terrace, Edinburgh. It is a historic town house built in 1821 in the New Town Preservation area.
Allison House Hotel, Edinburgh is a traditional 3-star, 23 en-suite bedroom budget hotel in Edinburgh in a central location. All bedrooms have been extensively modernised and have private shower/bathrooms as well as TV, telephone, trouser press and complimentary tea and coffee. And all guests enjoy that most valuable commodity in Edinburgh, free off street parking!
Averon offers bed and breakfast accommodation in central Edinburgh, 10 minutes walk from the castle and Princes Street. Built in 1770 the Averon Guest House is an example of a Georgian town house and retains much of the original character. Most rooms are en-suite and there is free parking in a car park to the rear of the guest house. There is a walled garden and orchard where guests can relax.
The Bonham Hotel is an award-winning establishment Edinburgh. It has picked up a string of prestigious awards since it opened in 1998, in a quiet area near the centre of the city. In addition to the link above to the Hotel's own site, there is an Illustrated Feature on The Bonham Hotel in the "Great Places to Stay" section of Rampant Scotland.
Bouverie Bed & Breakfast in the centre of Edinburgh provides a useful street map and also links to a set of Photographs of Edinburgh.
The Bruntsfield Hotel is a 73 bedroom townhouse style hotel in Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh, with well appointed, individual bedrooms and an AA Rosetted and Taste of Scotland recommended restaurant. The hotel offers comfortable, spacious accommodation overlooking Bruntsfield Links, close to the city centre. Although independently owned and operated, it is a member of the global Best Western Hotels organisation.
Budget Backpackers and youth hostel is located near Edinburgh City Centre providing very low cost but modern accommodation in either dormitory style or double rooms. There are fully equipped self catering kitchens, TV room and free hot showers.
Castle View Apartment is a quality self catering apartment located right in the heart of Edinburgh's historic Old Town, in the Grassmarket area. Just 5 minutes walk from the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, it is ideally suited to couples or families looking for self-catering accommodation in a central base to explore the city. It is available for both short term and holiday lets, sleeps 2 - 4 and commands spectacular views of the castle. So even if you haven't managed to get tickets for the Tattoo, you won't miss the fireworks!
Channings is hidden along a tree-lined crescent in Edinburgh's West End. In the Illustrated Feature on Channings Hotel in the "Great Places to Stay" section of Rampant Scotland it is described as "a fabulous, sumptuously comfortable, elegant, exclusive and unique place to stay."
Chester Residence provides serviced apartments in the West End of Edinburgh, offering luxury, five star, boutique accommodation. There ar five elegant self contained apartments, each with fitted kitchen and and furnished with a mixture of antique and contemporary furniture.
Craigievar Bed and Breakfast in Edinburgh is a large bungalow, set back from the main Edinburgh Airport to city centre road, offering quiet guest rooms overlooking a private back garden, accessible by guests. It is accessible for wheelchairs. Carry cots and high chairs are available if required, as are games suitable for adults and children. Free parking.
Dunstane House Hotel is not far from Murrayfield Stadium in central Edinburgh. This four-star, family-owned hotel was originally built in 1852 to the design of the famous architect William Playfair. It has 16 bedrooms and features a wide range of facilities including a "Taste of Scotland" awarded Scottish seafood restaurant and a whisky bar, with one of the best selections of malt whisky in Scotland.
Edinburgh Pearl Apartments have a range of self-catering apartments which are all situated within walking distance from Princess Street. They are fully furnished in the most luxurious manner possible to make your stay as enjoyable and peaceful as possible. Scottish Tourist Board 4 stars.
Edinburgh Residence is a luxurious and charming property within three linked Georgian townhouses. This private house is exclusively for residents only offering a choice of Classic suites, Grand Suites and the larger 2 bedroom Townhouse apartments.
Edinburgh Ocean Serviced Apartments is in the Edinburgh Harbour development, close to Ocean Treminal on the Leith waterfront. There are 69 modern serviced apartments, each with two bedrooms with fully equipped kitchen and two bathrooms, sleeping up to 6. Complimentary parking is available and Ocean Apartments also offers free internet access to all guests. Ideal for business, family, or a group stay (hen and stag groups are welcome).
Ellesmere House is a Victorian terraced town house guest house is in the centre of Edinburgh, within walking distance of The Castle, Princes Street and the Royal Mile. The six rooms are all en suite, individually decorated and equipped with colour television, heating and tea/coffee making facilities. A four poster bed is available. Ellesmere House overlooks Bruntsfield links, once an 18 hole Golf Course, reputed to be the oldest Golf Course in the world.
Euro-Hostels Scotland provides centrally located, budget hotel-style accommodation with en-suite facilities in the centre of Glasgow and Edinburgh. Twin, family or dormitory style rooms are available.
Fountain Court Serviced Apartments offer visitors to Edinburgh a range of one, two and three bedroom serviced apartments, as well as duplexes, all located right in the heart of the city, in the West End, only a few minutes walk from the major tourist attractions and business areas. Fountain Court serviced apartments can be booked by the night, the week or the month for up to 6 people at competitive prices.
Garfield Guest House in Edinburgh has en-suite accomodation at competitive rates with friendly, helpful service, free street parking, free Internet access, easy access to to Edinburgh city centre. 3 star rated by the Scottish Tourist Board and AA.
Geraldsplace, Edinburgh is situated in Abercromby Place, known as one of the finest streets in Edinburgh New Town. Convenient at the very centre of the city, 6 minutes walk (or by taxi-cab) from Waverley train station at Princes Street.
Grassmarket Studio Flat is located in the centre of Edinburgh Old Town and has stunning views of Edinburgh castle. The self catering apartment has been recently refurbished and accommodation consists of a lounge/bedroom, with a separate highly equipped kitchen and bathroom.
Highfield House in Kirknewton, 10 miles from Edinburgh, is a former manse, dating from 1730 in five acres of grounds which include a tennis court. Highfield House is only two minutes walk from the railway station and is convenient to Edinburgh Airport.
The Howard Hotel in Edinburgh is full of luxury on an exquisite, small scale, oozing with quality, tradition and just the right emphasis on formality. In addition to the link above to the Hotel's own site, there is an Illustrated Feature on The Howard Hotel in the "Great Places to Stay" section of Rampant Scotland.
45/6 James Square, Caledonian Crescent, Edinburgh is an attractive one-bedroom apartment set in a luxury development conveniently located to the west of Edinburgh city centre, with private parking and easy access to bus and rail networks. A the double sofa-bed in the sitting room makes the accommodation suitable for up to four people. Leisure facilities within the development include a private swimming pool and sauna, garden area with barbeque for summer use, and rooftop terrace with spectacular views of Edinburgh.
Luxury Apartments in Edinburgh looking out directly over the acres of grass and trees of the Meadows, Edinburgh’s Hyde Park, they consist of two luxury self catering apartments in the city centre only 5 minutes from the National Museum of Scotland and a quarter of a mile from Edinburgh Castle and all the major tourist attractions. Located in the world famous conservation area these apartments offer the luxury of a 5-star hotel but the freedom and convenience of a self catering holiday.
Netherby House bed & breakfast is conveniently situated within the select Edinburgh district of Corstorphine, 2 miles from Edinburgh International Airport and just 10 minutes from Edinburgh City Centre on a direct bus route to all major city attractions, with free secure private parking.
The Northumberland Hotel is a 16 bedroom establishment situated just 2 miles from Edinburgh city centre. Ideally located for business travellers (with free wireless broadband, and photocopy and fax facilities), golf breaks, families and sightseeing. There is also has a free, secure, guest car park.
Parliament House Hotel is a tranquil oasis offering traditional service in the very heart of Edinburgh. All of the 53 guest rooms have been furnished in keeping with the character of the building and offer a high standard of accommodation with private bathroom, colour television, direct dial telephone, trouser press, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, mini bar and room service. The hotel also has a Bistro serving tasty dishes and a Lounge Bar area.
Point Hotel at 34 Bread Street in the centre of Edinburgh has won praise for its innovative architecture.
Prestonfield House is a beautiful 17th century historic house, only five minutes by taxi from Princes Street in Edinburgh`s city centre. Prestonfield is internationally recognised as one of Scotland's best privately owned hotels. The web site has an impressive virual tour.
Residence Inn by Marriott is located in the heart of Edinburgh in the new Quartermile development. It offers short and long stay accommodation with all the conveniences you need. Spacious, serviced studio, superior studio and one bedroom suites with separate living, working, kitchen and sleeping areas. Complimentary grocery delivery service to fill your refrigerator and complimentary wi-fi internet access. Underground parking and gym. Free hot breakfast to start mornings off right.
Royal Garden Apartments in Edinburgh are proving very popular for families as well as business people, appreciating the privacy and space in one or two bedroom suites, and a sofa bed, [ sleeping up to six people], lounge and kitchen, with room service available from a nearby restaurant.
Scottish Apartment.com is an innovative travel company providing a choice of luxury, standard and budget graded serviced flats around Edinburgh, from historic Old Town properties near the Castle to contemporary 5 star Penthouses at Newhaven Harbour with sea views over the Firth of Forth. The Apartments cater for couples, groups of friends, families and corporate travellers for short and long term visits, with studios and spacious apartments to accommodate one to six guests. Every apartment is individually designed and furnished. See also the illustrated review in Great Places to Stay on the Rampant Scotland site.
Southside Guest House is in part of a Victorian Terrace situated only a few minutes from the Meadows and Holyrood Park in Newington Road in the centre of the University of Edinburgh Campus. There are eight elegant en-suite bedrooms - including Four Poster Rooms - and the guest house is rated 4 Stars by the Scottish Tourist Board, the AA and the RAC.
Thistle Dhu bed and breakfast is in a 3 star detached family bungalow conveniently located on the main Glasgow Road (A8), 2 miles from Edinburgh Airport and 4 miles from Edinburgh city centre (passing Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield stadium on the way) with excellent bus service to the city centre and the airport. Thistle Dhu has it's own free private and off-street parking and a lovely spacious garden to the rear; there is also a large conservatory where you can relax after breakfast and plan your day or journey. Traditional Scottish breakfast as well as continental and vegetarian provided in a relaxed setting. Short distance to a good variety of restaurants and the major Gyle shopping centre with over 50 shops and a food court.
Tudorbank Lodge in Edinburgh provides Bed and Breakfast accommodation in a listed building of architectural interest where many of the original features have been retained.
Westend Hostel provides low priced accommodation in Edinburgh City Centre in a convienient location directly opposite Haymarket Rail Station and within walking distance from Princes Street. It caters for up to 90 residents, mainly in dormitories for either 16 or 6 people; however, for those who prefer a little more privacy there are two double rooms and one triple room available at a slightly higher rate.
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