| amenities include free breakfast and parking, a relaxed restaurant with a fireplace, and a bar featuring a pool table. the straightforward rooms feature free wi-fi, tvs and tea and coffeemaking facilities. . along the a899 road in the centre of uphall village, this quaint hotel in a stone coach house dating from 1810 lies 1 mile from uphall train station and 7 miles from blackness castle, a 15th-century fortress. there's also a beer garden
Edinburgh Airport 15 min
Linlithgow Palace (13 min)
The ruins of the elegant medieval birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots, set within parkland by a loch. The Scotch Whisky Experience (33 min)
Attraction telling the tale of Scotland's national drink with high-tech exhibits and a barrel ride. Camera Obscura & World of Illusions (33 min)
Long-standing tower with five floors showcasing hands-on exhibits of whimsical optical illusions. Edinburgh Zoo (21 min)
Large parkland zoo offering keeper talks, hands-on animal encounters and free hilltop safari rides. The Real Mary King's Close (32 min)
Hidden streets from the 1600s below the Royal Mile, accompanied by tales from costumed guides. Scottish National Gallery (33 min)
National collection includes European masterpieces and Scottish works, with seasonal exhibitions. Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (31 min)
Manicured 70-acre gardens with palm house and temporary exhibitions, kids' events, tours and cafes. Scott Monument (37 min)
Spirelike Victorian memorial in honour of the writer Sir Walter Scott, with 287 steps to the top. St Giles' Cathedral (32 min)
Grand, Gothic medieval building and Presbyterian place of worship where John Knox used to preach. National Museum of Scotland (32 min)
Bright modern museum housing Scottish industrial history relics, natural history displays and cafe. Midhope Castle (13 min)
The exterior of this 15th-century castle on a working farm is featured on the TV series Outlander. Forth Bridge (22 min)
1.5-mile long, twin-towered railway bridge, opened in 1890 & crossing the Forth estuary. Blackness Castle (16 min)
15th-century fortress noted for its shiplike form & rampart views over the Firth of Forth. Edinburgh Castle (33 min)
An 11th-century castle and barracks housing the Crown Jewels and National War Museum of Scotland. Hopetoun House (25 min)
Stately home dating from 17th century, set in a country estate with a deer park and nature trails. | 
