Craigleith
Edinburgh
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Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Castle
Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.
Royal Mile
Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can enjoy retail therapy at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium, and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this walkable area.
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this romantic area.
Craigleith Hotel Deals
Village Hotel Edinburgh
Easy, free parking. Nice staff. Clean room, no frills. Breakfast was ok, nothing special. Main disappointment was that kids were only allowed in the pool after 9 on a Sunday but breakfast stopped at 1030 and check out was 11.
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Fast check in, friendly staff. Room was clean and big for one person. Bus stops are nearly.
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Great place to stay, walking distance from Airport. Clean room, comfortable beds, great breakfast.
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
Modern hotel, great location, decent breakfast. This was the perfect base for attending an event in Edinburgh. Thank you.
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Loved it!!! Will definitely be back! Great location, friendly & helpful staff, plus loved the indoor pool & steam room.
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Great location and comfortable room with small kitchen and cooking supplies for preparing meals. Conveniently located near to the train station ( EDB ), about 8-9 minutes walk and right on the Royal mile. Groceries, coffee shops and restaurants are readily available nearby. Highly recommend and will ...
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Craigleith
Stockbridge
Historic sites, museums, and art galleries are some highlights of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St. Stephens Centre or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring.
Haymarket
In the heart of Edinburgh, Haymarket boasts a variety of pubs, cafés, and restaurants, with historic Ryries Pub as a highlight. Easily accessible, it offers Haymarket railway station, tram connections, and various bus routes for convenient travel.
West End
Visitors to West End love its popular shops, and you can check out Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Dean Village. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Haymarket Tram Station.
New Town
Discover original neo-classical and Georgian architecture in this UNESCO World Heritage Site, housing the National Gallery of Scotland and the Royal Scottish Academy Building. Shop along Princes Street, George Street, and the newly redeveloped St James Quarter.
Murrayfield
Take time in Murrayfield to visit attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Bonnington
While there might not be top attractions in Bonnington, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.
