The Edinburgh Travel Guide

Edinburgh can be a difficult place to find accommodation, whether that’s B&Bs, hotels, hotels or apartments. That’s because many of the buildings are smaller than you’d find abroad, meaning less hotel rooms. The city has struggled for years dealing with construction rules – the “not in my back yard” problem is a real struggle. So [...]

Edinburgh is the UK’s second most popular tourist city after London, and yet despite it’s fierce amount of bars and restaurants to keep visitors refreshed and full, the city often faces a hotel shortage in hot periods like the Edinburgh Festival in August and New Year’s Eve. But even on the best of summer days, [...]

Whether you’re looking for an Edinburgh all inclusive holiday packages or simply a short Scottish getaway, the capital city has plenty on offer for you. Cheap restaurants and plenty of activities like golf, you’re bound to have the perfect vacation. If you’re looking for a bit of pampering while you’re here, we’ve got some crafty [...]

I’ve stayed in many of the Scottish capital’s best accommodation, but I have to say, in many cases you get what you pay for.  That’s not to say, though, that the higher-rated establishments are more expensive; in fact, you can get great value for many of Edinburgh’s four star venues – and tons of amenities [...]

While you are in Edinburgh, you’ll find plenty of choice in accommodation, from regal old hotels to snazzy modern establishments. One thing in common with them all is an emphasis on traditional, welcoming Scottish hospitality. It’s hard to choose, but here are some of my personal recommendations for cool hotels Edinburgh – a little something [...]

Hoping to enjoy Scotland’s hospitality in luxury and comfort? It’s one of the friendliest countries in the world, and you have plenty of top notch accommodation to choose from. As a city expert, I’d love to share with you my favorite 5 star Edinburgh hotels. Hotel Missoni Edinburgh The Hotel Missoni Edinburgh is almost one [...]

While Edinburgh is a very economical destination to visit, I understand that with busy seasons, currency fluctuations, and the desire to take advantage of some of the pricier tours and attractions, budgets can get stretched. Below are some of the six best cheap rooms in Edinburgh, which are reviewed by myself and other travelers to have [...]