Gilmerton

Edinburgh

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Gilmerton Cove

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Gilmerton Cove during your travels in Edinburgh. Discover the lively festivals in this walkable area, or seek out the golf courses.
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Things to do

The Glenfinnan Viaduct

Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Guided Tour

$76
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Guided Tour
Guided Small-Group Full-Day Tour of Loch Lomond, Stirling & The Kelpies

From Edinburgh: Small-Group Day Tour of Loch Lomond, Stirling & The Kelpies

$77
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
From Edinburgh: Small-Group Day Tour of Loch Lomond, Stirling & The Kelpies
mountain view in edinburgh

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

$62
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

$52
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

$55
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour in Edinburgh

Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour in Edinburgh

$5
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour in Edinburgh
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Gilmerton Hotel Deals

The Abbey Residence

The Abbey Residence

3 out of 5
137 Drum St Edinburgh Scotland
The price is $92 total per night from Nov 19 to Nov 20
$92 total
per night
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle ...
8/10 Very Good! (139 reviews)
"Clean room, well behaved staff, good amenities. My room was very spacious with a reasonable price. Breakfast was really good served with hot and cold drinks."

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2026

The Abbey Residence
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is $99 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$99 total
per night
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,629 reviews)
"Great location to catch city transit, bus was right outside the door very convenient."

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is $145 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$145 total
per night
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is $204 total per night from Nov 5 to Nov 6
$204 total
per night
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,003 reviews)
"Perfection from the minute I walked in the door. Excellent location, great staff, beautiful view of the castle and good food. What more could you ask for!"

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

4 out of 5
53 Princes Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is $185 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$185 total
per night
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (875 reviews)
"Location was awesome. In the middle of things. Walking distance to the castle, stops of tours, restaurants, shopping. Room’s temperature was weird. The air conditioner would turn off by itself. It would have been nice to have a refrigerator in the room or some ice machines in the floor. Archie was ..."

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2026

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Moxy Edinburgh Airport

Moxy Edinburgh Airport

3 out of 5
1 Fairview Road Newbridge Scotland
The price is $117 total per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
$117 total
per night
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newbridge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,669 reviews)
"Room was clean, some black mold on the doorframe in the bathroom. Only first 4 hours of parking was free. Cleaning staff were quite friendly, Check in staff seemed quite young and could have been a bit more professional. Was a great location to the airport, walkable with luggage."

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2026

Moxy Edinburgh Airport
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Where to stay in Gilmerton

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Edinburgh City Centre

While you're in Edinburgh City Centre, take in top sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle, and hop on the metro to see more the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

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Old Town Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.

A Gothic-style clock tower with a statue at its base, illuminated by warm lights.

New Town

Travelers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Assembly Rooms and George Street.

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Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks and Royal Yacht Britannia are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Tollcross

Travelers come to Tollcross for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Usher Hall and King's Theatre while you're in town.

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