| there's a lounge/bar that serves beer, wine and spirits, as well as tea and coffee. set in a 3-story georgian townhouse, this straightforward hotel is 10 minutes' walk from the shops of princes street and 9 minutes' walk from haymarket railway station. continental breakfast is complimentary, while full scottish breakfast is available for a fee. individually decorated rooms offer flat-screen tvs, as well as tea and coffeemaking facilities. wifi is available for a surcharge. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Edinburgh Airport 21 min
Princes Street Gardens (11 min)
Green Flag park of geological/botanical interest, home to several public monuments and memorials. The Scotch Whisky Experience (9 min)
Attraction telling the tale of Scotland's national drink with high-tech exhibits and a barrel ride. Royal Yacht Britannia (15 min)
Large oceanic liner used by Britain's royal family on official state visits for more than 40 years. Calton Hill (13 min)
Prominent hill with neoclassical monuments & sweeping views of the city skyline & Edinburgh Castle. Arthur's Seat (25 min)
Mountain offering hikes from moderate to advanced, plus panoramic city & Firth of Forth views. The Real Mary King's Close (9 min)
Hidden streets from the 1600s below the Royal Mile, accompanied by tales from costumed guides. Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (7 min)
Manicured 70-acre gardens with palm house and temporary exhibitions, kids' events, tours and cafes. Palace of Holyroodhouse (11 min)
The 16th-century palace of the Stuarts, with tours of royal reception rooms, antiques and relics. Edinburgh Castle (10 min)
An 11th-century castle and barracks housing the Crown Jewels and National War Museum of Scotland. Camera Obscura & World of Illusions (9 min)
Long-standing tower with five floors showcasing hands-on exhibits of whimsical optical illusions. Scottish National Gallery (7 min)
National collection includes European masterpieces and Scottish works, with seasonal exhibitions. Scott Monument (12 min)
Spirelike Victorian memorial in honour of the writer Sir Walter Scott, with 287 steps to the top. St Giles' Cathedral (9 min)
Grand, Gothic medieval building and Presbyterian place of worship where John Knox used to preach. Royal Mile (9 min) National Museum of Scotland (9 min)
Bright modern museum housing Scottish industrial history relics, natural history displays and cafe. | 
