Galashiels

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A rural landscape with rolling hills, a rainbow, and scattered buildings.
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A river winding through a grassy landscape with trees and hills in the background.
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A calm river with swans, a concrete walkway, and a building with a green roof in the background.
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A river flowing through a lush green landscape with dense trees and a clear blue sky.
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A river surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
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Where to stay in Galashiels

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Rolling hills, a stream, and a sheep in a rural landscape.
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Fountainhall

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
$140 nightly
The price is $176 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$176 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,515 reviews)
"Cool, nice"

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
$240 nightly
The price is $303 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$303 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
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! (2,832 reviews)
"The room was mostly clean and well kept, although compact. Tea and instant coffee provided. Room was refreshed every day, fresh towels etc. We were on the 5th floor and had the most beautiful view of the castle and were treated to the sounds and sights of the Military Tattoo by night. Staff were ..."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

3 out of 5
152 Morrison Street Edinburgh Scotland
$154 nightly
The price is $195 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$195 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,701 reviews)
"Helpful, informed staff. Comfortable beds. Delicious breakfast."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket
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PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

4 out of 5
121 Grove St Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this apartment in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (716 reviews)
"This was an excellent apartment style room for us, family of 4, for our stay in Edinburgh. It had everything we could need and location was pretty good, 15 min walk or so from many sites. The one negative was that the listing for the room claimed 2 King beds while the room itself had Queen beds, ..."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,633 reviews)
"Superb location on the Royal Mile. Excellent for a lot be of venues in the Festival."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Fraser Suites Edinburgh

Fraser Suites Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Fraser Suites Edinburgh Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Fraser Suites Edinburgh
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Stay near popular Galashiels attractions

Waverley Line

10.0/10 (1 review)
Learn about the local history of Galashiels when you take a trip to Waverley Line. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Tranent: Glenkinchie Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting

East Lothian: Glenkinchie Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting

$28
per adult
East Lothian: Glenkinchie Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting
From Edinburgh: Glenkinchie Distillery & Whisky Experience

From Edinburgh: Glenkinchie Distillery & Whisky Experience

$73
per adult
From Edinburgh: Glenkinchie Distillery & Whisky Experience
Beyond Edinburgh

Beyond Edinburgh (Half Day Tour)

$598
per traveler
Beyond Edinburgh (Half Day Tour)
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