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.
University of Edinburgh
The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and entertainment choices.
Polton Hotel Deals
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Staff informative, room excellent and great location.
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Clean and spacious room
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Staff friendly, hotel is a great location, it could do with a bit of maintenance- tap in the sink is broken and once turned on, needs some work to put off again.
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Loved my stay here!
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Good clean rooms staff where excellent
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026
Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
Staff
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Polton
Grange
Visitors to Grange like its restaurants and gardens, and Carlton Cricket Club is a sight worth a stop.
Morningside
Morningside is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and Braid Hills Golf Course while you're in town.
Newington
Historic sites, museums, and cafes are just a few things travelers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Pickering's Gin Distillery while you're exploring the area.
Marchmont
Marchmont is noteworthy for its bars, and you can plan an outing to Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile while you're in town.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Bruntsfield
Bruntsfield is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Links or Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course.
