Stay at Edinburgh hotels to discover city, seaside and landscapes

As you explore the intriguing outskirts of bustling Edinburgh, you’ll find historic medieval winding streets leading to intriguing and exciting contemporary architecture. Stay at any one of the eclectic selection of Edinburgh hotels and you'll discover a city full of arts, literary and cultural heritage with a thriving entertainment scene. Edinburgh is a brilliant example of the perfect balance between great shops and bars, and some of the best museum and art collections in the UK.

You don’t have to venture too far from the city to see that the surrounding areas are dotted with an incredible amount of green and open spaces. Take advantage of how easy it is to discover scenic country walks or stunning beaches just a day trip away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Heading east out of Edinburgh you’ll encounter stunning views as you wind your way along the scenic roads bordering the sea. When sneaking away from the city on a daytrip, a drive to Yellowcraig beach is a must for a coastal adventure. Voted one of the best UK beaches for visitors looking for city breaks, it’s a notoriously great spot for sandy games of football, kite flying, or taking in the amazing views whilst spotting the islands dotted on the horizon.

Just 20 miles away from the city is the popular surfing beach of Gullane. Buses service the route from stops close to most central Edinburgh hotels and head straight to the village centre. A short walk from the pubs and restaurants of the main road leads you to the beach which is perfect for long seafront strolls. If you stick around until the end of the day you’ll be treated to one of the most beautiful sunsets around.

The Lothians and the dramatic woodland and hilly landscapes are full of ancient castles and historic stately homes easily accessed by the city’s excellent public transport links. For spectacular views looking back towards Edinburgh, try the 250 metre walk to the summit of an extinct volcano to reach Arthur’s Seat. The breathtaking Pentland Hills near Hillend and the surrounding woodland are all within an hour of the city too.

Of course there’s plenty of history and scenery worth taking a day to explore within the city itself. Book hotel deals in the city centre and you’ll soon see why the region is a UNESCO world heritage site. The magnificent Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile are the highlights of the Old Town, with inspiring treasure troves such as the Writers’ Museum or the Scotch Whiskey Experience just a short stroll through the uniquely compact and historic streets.