Riccarton
Edinburgh
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.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Riccarton Hotel Deals
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West
Great
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
They do not have a loading and unloading zone like most hotels, which makes getting your suitcases in and out of the hotel difficult and the parking spots are so narrow that even my compact car had trouble opening the doors on both sides to get in and out of the car. The staff was not helpful with ...
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Overall it was nice and very good location, but the amenities and facilities could have been a bit better.
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Perfect place to stay, will give it a 10/10
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
The Resident Edinburgh
Can't say enough good things about my stay here - even extended it an extra night because it was so nice. The staff members were all so friendly! Special shout-out to Ed who was so warm and helpful. The nightly hour for complimentary drinks and snacks in the lobby was a real treat, and there were ...
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Before checking in the hotel reached out and asked if I had any special requests or if there was anything I wanted them to know, so I mentioned that my wife and I were celebrating our 12th anniversary and not only did they left us a tray with chocolate and berries but the gave us a complimentary ...
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Riccarton
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.
Gorgie
While visiting Gorgie, you might make a stop by sights like Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball and Tynecastle Stadium.
Morningside
Morningside is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Blackford Hill and Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve while you're in town.
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.
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.
