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The perfect accommodation sits in the heart of Edinburgh, only minutes from the restored theatre "Edinburgh Playhouse". Royal Mile is only 12 minutes' walk from the Apex Waterloo Place Edinburgh, and Dundee airport is 100 km away.
This Edinburgh property is placed not too far from Calton Hill. There is the ruined Holyrood Abbey approximately 14 minutes' walk away, while Edinburgh bus station a walking distance from Apex Waterloo Place Hotel.
Some rooms provide a coffeemaker as well as Wi-Fi and cable channels to help you enjoy your stay. They are furnished with single beds or sofa beds along with a sofa set. The spacious bathrooms include a sauna and a shower together with a hairdryer and towels. The units of this Edinburgh hotel look out over Calton Hill.
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The accommodation is placed in Old Town with traditional pubs, cosy cafes, and small museums, within an 11-minute walk of the Leith Princes Street and less than a 5-minute stroll from Royal Mile. Cultural sights in the area are Dynamic Earth Museum (1.5 km) and the combined National Museum of Scotland (0.8 km).
The charming hotel is located near a department shop and shops in the historic part of Edinburgh. No matter the religion, travellers prefer to visit The Robertson Mausoleum Parish Church, a popular place of worship set within an easy walking distance to Apex Grassmarket Hotel.
There are 169 rooms with a balcony and a seating area. Some of them offer free wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels together with coffee/tea making machines. They are furnished with queen size beds or king size beds along with a writing table. Providing a sauna and a power shower, the bathrooms are also appointed with hairdryers and bath sheets.
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Located merely 500 metres from Museum on the Mound, the property is set close tothe Thistle chapel "St Giles' Cathedral". The entertainment venues in Old Town with traditional pubs, cosy cafes, and small museums include the beautifully restored art-deco Edinburgh Festival Theatre, merely 0.6 km from the Hilton Edinburgh Carlton.
There is The Queen's Gallery only 1 km away, while Edinburgh bus station a walk from the accommodation.
Some rooms provide tea/coffee making facilities and an electric kettle as well as free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen HDTV to help you enjoy your stay. They are furnished with king size beds or double beds along with a sofa set and a work desk. Bathrooms include a Jacuzzi and a sauna together with comforts such as hair dryers and free toiletries. The units also face the city.
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Located at 300 metres from The Merchant Navy Memorial Trust, the stylish property is a 10-minute ride from The Real Mary King's Close. Natural attractions in the area include Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, 2.9 km from the Malmaison Edinburgh, and a beach is 2.9 km away.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to North Sea, which is just 1.8 km away. There is the combined National Museum of Scotland 3.7 km from Malmaison Edinburgh Hotel.
Some of the well-equipped units feature Wi-Fi as well as tea/coffee making equipment. En suite bathrooms also include hair dryers and towels.
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The stunning 5-star property has a prime location in the heart of Edinburgh, a minute's walk from Charlotte Square. The Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian is situated in West End with Edinburghs thriving business district and attractions such as Murrayfield Stadium or the Gallery of Modern Art or Edinburgh Zoo, approximately a 5-minute walk from the grand townhouse "Georgian House".
This accommodation is a few minutes drive from the Sunday Stockbridge Food Market and other main attractions of Edinburgh.
Some of the smoke-free rooms have a balcony and a dining area, and such facilities as Wi-Fi, along with a coffee machine. Guests can use a hot tub and a sauna together with a hairdryer and bathrobes. These comfortable units also feature views of the castle.
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This eco-friendly accommodation is placed about 15 km from Edinburgh airport and 3.1 km from such cultural venues as the art museum "Scottish National Gallery". The Village Hotel Edinburgh is located among a zoo and a stadium, while BT Murrayfield Sports Stadium is about 2.8 km away.
A family vacation to Edinburgh will become more exciting if you visit the Scottish National zoological park "Edinburgh Zoo" lying 3.4 km from the property.
A rain douche and a hot tub, together with such amenities as hairdryers and complimentary toiletries, are also at guests' disposal.
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This 4-star property has a unique setting within 2.6 km of Arthur's Seat hike, while natural sights like the landscaped Princes Street Gardens are merely 800 metres away. The Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre is approximately 5 minutes' walk from The Real Mary King's Close and a walk from The Meadows.
The accommodation is conveniently located close to shops and designer shops. The nearby cultural experience includes Hanover Fine Arts, which is approximately a 15-minute walk away.
Some rooms at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre are appointed with an extra bed and air-conditioning along with self-catering options such as a coffee maker. A sauna, together with such comforts as hairdryers and towels are also provided. It features contemporary units offering views of the hills.
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The property is placed about 10 km from Edinburgh airport and within 20 minutes' walk of such cultural venues as Honey Pot Creative Cafe Art Center. The cantilever railway Forth Bridge is also located a 10-minute drive from the unique hotel.
Families travelling to Edinburgh will enjoy being within 2.9 km of the blockbuster Deep Sea World Aquarium.
The accommodation features 127 rooms with an LCD TV set, as well as coffee and tea making equipment. A rain douche, together with such comforts as a hairdryer and towels are also provided. A separate toilet and a shower are available in private bathrooms.
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The property is placed in Murrayfield, which is the home of Scottish Rugby since 1922 and one of the oldest stadiums in the six nations championships, within 25 minutes' walk of such family-friendly attractions as the 82-acre non-profit Edinburgh Zoo. The historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" is about a 15-minute ride from the Leonardo Edinburgh Murrayfield and Edinburgh airport is 10 km away.
Overlooking Pentland Hills, the accommodation is located close to hills. If you enjoy visiting historical places, Leonardo Edinburgh Murrayfield Hotel offers good access to the 16th-century tower house "Lauriston Castle" which is set a 25-minute stroll away.
Some of the 111 smoke-free rooms at the accommodation are furnished with a sofa set and a writing desk, and appointed with a coffee machine. A sauna and a shower, together with such amenities as a hair dryer and bath sheets, are also at guests' disposal.
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Situated in gardens, the 5-star luxury property is within a 10-minute drive of the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle". Guests can visit places of worship such as The Robertson Mausoleum Parish Church, set around a 25-minute walk from the hotel.
Visit Duddingston Loch, 1.8 km from this grand accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United Kingdom. The best historical sights to visit here include the 16th-century Palace of Holyroodhouse, situated 3.2 km from Prestonfield House Hotel.
The Prestonfield House Edinburgh offers fashionable rooms with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as a mini-fridge-bar and coffee/tea making equipment for guests' comfort. They are outfitted with comfortable decor. The private bathrooms are appointed with a walk-in shower together with a hairdryer and bathrobes.
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Water of Leith Walkway is located 400 metres of the Britannia, and such natural sites as Water of Leith River is around 2.9 km away. A popular place in Edinburgh is the Leith Princes Street, which is about a 20-minute stroll away.
The accommodation is placed within 10 minutes' drive of the large parkland Edinburgh Zoo.
You can choose from one of the 228 non-smoking rooms with Wi-Fi and a TV set, and self-catering amenities like coffee and tea making facilities. They are furnished with double beds along with a mirror. The private bathrooms are fitted with toiletries and towels.
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The property is located in West End with Edinburghs thriving business district and attractions such as Murrayfield Stadium or the Gallery of Modern Art or Edinburgh Zoo, at 950 metres of Fountain Park, where you can rejuvenate yourself. Sports fans will also enjoy visiting BT Murrayfield Sports Stadium, within a 10-minute drive of the Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket.
Standing next to cafés and nightclubs, this premier accommodation is placed within close distance of George Street. The area features a number of shopping sites such as Grassmarket about a 15-minute walk from Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket.
Some rooms provide coffee and tea making equipment as well as free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to help you enjoy your stay. A rain douche and a separate toilet, together with such amenities as a hairdryer and dressing gowns, are also at guests' disposal.
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The Scottish Parliament is set within 5 minutes' walk of the property, while Dynamic Earth Interactive Science Museum is around the corner. The Holyrood is also a few minutes drive from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle".
This sophisticated accommodation allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Joe Muir's Pond a 16-minute walk away. The area offers shopping experience such as St Andrew Square an 18-minute stroll from Edinburgh Holyrood Hotel.
Some rooms provide a coffee maker as well as complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to help you enjoy your stay. Guests can also use a sauna and a walk-in shower, along with such amenities as hair dryers and guest toiletries.
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Nestled in the very heart of Edinburgh and about a 5-minute walk from Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course, the accommodation is at a 2.7 km distance from Arthur's Seat hike. The 4-star hotel is based near a peaceful park and a bar, at a short distance from the combined National Museum of Scotland.
Around 25 minutes' walk from the art museum "Scottish National Gallery" is a perk for guests staying at this property.
Furnished with a work desk, the rooms also have coffee/tea making facilities. The private bathrooms are fitted with a hair dryer and dressing gowns.
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Situated in New Town, initially built response to the deterioration of the medieval Old Town in the 18th century, the boutique property is set not too far from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle". The Tigerlily Edinburgh is also only a 5-minute walk from Charlotte Square, and near a train station.
There is the official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse" 5 minutes away by car, while Edinburgh bus station a few minutes drive from the stunning accommodation.
The 33 units at Tigerlily Hotel are air-conditioned, some of them have a stone fireplace along with a minibar and an electric kettle. For more comfort, hairdryers and towels together with a shower are provided. A separate toilet and a shower are available in private bathrooms.
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Located within 550 metres of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, the property is within 1 km of the combined National Museum of Scotland. You can find the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle", which is a great place to explore the area, relatively close to the Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street.
Shopping enthusiasts will enjoy being a 5-minute stroll from St Andrew Square.
There are 169 rooms with a balcony and a dining place. Some of them offer wireless Internet and a multi-channel TV together with a coffeemaker. Certain units feature comfortable interior along with carpet flooring. Providing a bathtub and a shower, some bathrooms have towels and slippers.
Best Edinburgh Hotels For Families With Kids
Why choose family hotels when travelling to Edinburgh in United Kingdom with kids
Travelling with kids can be a thrilling and enriching experience for families. And when it comes to planning a family vacation, one of the most crucial decisions is choosing the right accommodation. Edinburgh, with its rich history, vibrant city life, and stunning landscapes, offers a plethora of options for family-friendly hotels. However, opting for a family hotel can make all the difference in ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay for both parents and children.
First and foremost, family hotels in Edinburgh cater specifically to the needs of families, providing a range of amenities and services that are designed to make travelling with kids a breeze. From spacious rooms and suites to accommodate larger groups to child-friendly facilities such as play areas and swimming pools, these hotels go the extra mile to create a welcoming environment for families. They often also provide essential equipment such as cribs, high chairs, and baby-proofing facilities, helping parents to travel lighter and stress-free.
Secondly, family hotels in Edinburgh often offer an array of activities and entertainment options that are suitable for children of all ages. Many hotels arrange special events and workshops where kids can learn, play, and make new friends, making their stay in Edinburgh even more memorable. Additionally, these hotels often have kids' clubs or dedicated play areas, where young ones can engage in supervised activities, ensuring they have a fun-filled experience while parents can indulge in some much-needed relaxation.
Furthermore, staying at a family hotel provides an opportunity for your children to interact and socialize with other kids, creating lasting memories and friendships. Through communal spaces such as playrooms or outdoor playgrounds, children can engage in imaginative play and learn from each other's diverse backgrounds and experiences. This social interaction not only enhances their communication and social skills but also fosters a sense of community and belonging.
In summary, choosing a family hotel when travelling to Edinburgh with kids is a fantastic decision that can enhance your family's travel experience. With their focus on catering to the needs of families, these hotels provide a range of amenities, activities, and social opportunities that make them ideal for families on vacation. So, when planning your next trip to Edinburgh, be sure to consider a family hotel and create lasting memories for your little ones while enjoying the beauty and charm of this remarkable city.
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