You're spoiled for sightseeing choice when staying in Edinburgh. Lauriston Castle is an ideal place to kick off here, but there are many other worthy attractions to explore. Edinburgh Castle, Murrayfield Stadium, and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are not far from the fortified complex and will round out your day nicely.

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Victoria Square

$1,441

per person

Dec 16 - Dec 22

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Roundtrip flight included

New York (JFK) to Edinburgh (EDI)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (212 reviews)

Really lovely hotel in large old home. Great breakfast. Beautiful neighborhood. Beautiful room. Friendly helpful staff.

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

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Edinburgh City Centre

$1,478

per person

Dec 12 - Dec 15

found 5 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Edinburgh (EDI)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)

Very welcoming and accommodating. Great food and exceptional drinks menu. Great place to stay if you are visiting Edinburgh. Pretty much anywhere you will want to visit is walkable.

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025

2 Bed Grassmarket Apartment

Old Town Edinburgh

$1,962

per person

Dec 16 - Dec 21

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

New York (JFK) to Edinburgh (EDI)

8.6/10 Excellent! (14 reviews)

Property was fine but bedrooms were quite small and hard to move in.

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

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