This stretch of coastline is on the to-do lists of many visitors to Portobello. But Portobello Beach isn't the area's only highlight. Edinburgh Castle, Murrayfield Stadium, and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are some other worthwhile sights nearby.

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Sherwood Guest House

Newington

$1,835

per person

Jun 4 - Jun 9

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

New York (NYC) to Edinburgh (EDI)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (413 reviews)

Great place to stay…way nicer than we expected. Host was also amazing and gave us great tips for getting around and things to do nearby. I would stay here again in a second…wouldn’t even look elsewhere.

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025

The Ben Doran Guest House

Newington

$1,981

per person

Jul 6 - Jul 12

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Boston (BOS) to Edinburgh (EDI)

8.2/10 Very Good! (475 reviews)

I was up on the 2nd floor so had to go up a lot of stairs with my heavy suitcase. The shower didn't function well. The water was either very hot or very cold.

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2024

The Townhouse

Leith

$2,236

per person

Jul 6 - Jul 12

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Boston (BOS) to Edinburgh (EDI)

10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)

I want to gatekeep this review - this was such a fantastic stay. The Townhouse is fantastic! Such great attention to detail and Alexander/Erika were so good at communicating with me; proactive and timely always. The room itself was large, spacious and so well appointed. Mattress was comfortable, the little kitchen perfect, the bathroom large and plush towels. Location is fantastic in Leith - close to so many cafes/restaurants and the beach is a 10minute bus ride or a 40mins walk. Couldn't fault this place even if I tried. Wonderful place and I will be back again!

Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025

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