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 fascinating museums and lively festivals in this walkable area.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium, and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing. Discover the lively festivals and shops 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.
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 family-friendly area.
Craigleith Hotel Deals
Village Hotel Edinburgh
Another great stay
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
I want to leave feedback regarding the customer service experience at the Holiday Inn, specifically near the Starbucks area. First, I do want to acknowledge that there were two Indian women working in the Starbucks area who were very kind, respectful, and professional. They treated customers with ...
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
The location was perfect. We could walk everywhere. Little interaction with the staff, but they were nice. The property needs some TLC. We wish the balcony rooms had little chairs and tables to enjoy the space.
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Our room was a converted holding cell with bars still on the window. It had a toilet and shower and was pretty small, but they did an excellent job with the space, lots of hooks, drawer under the bed, a fair amount of shelves and lots of mirrors to make it feel bigger. Great bed! I also appreciated ...
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
The room had no facial tissues. When I asked at the front desk for a box of tissues, I was told that tissues are not provided, and I should use the toilet paper! The thinness and texture of toilet paper is NOT a suitable substitute for facial tissue. I went to a convenience store to buy my own ...
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
Nice hotel, well located. Clean and great breakfast. Only complaint is the cleaning staff was super loud yelling up and down the hall
Reviewed on May 17, 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 Dean Village and Johnnie Walker Princes Street. 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 Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
