Quality-rated places to stay and eat in Edinburgh

Restaurant

Number One, The Balmoral

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Consistently excellent dining in a renowned Edinburgh institution.

Hotel

The Balmoral

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★★★

Prestigious hotel with a castle view and a top-notch whisky bar.

Spa

The Balmoral

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Iconic Edinburgh hotel with Scottish style, elegance and soothing spa

Restaurant

Cafe Royal

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Top drawer seafood in historic building.

Town house hotel

Gleneagles Townhouse

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★★★

Stunning surroundings and elegant decor.

Restaurant

The Spence

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Gleneagles opulence in the heart of the city.

Things to do

City Art Centre

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Restaurant

Grand Café

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Classic dishes in iconic venue.

Hotel

Old Waverley Hotel

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★

Superb central location and steps away from the railway station

Hotel

The Scotsman Hotel

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Quality Assessed

Historic Edinburgh hotel with its own small cinema.

Things to do

The Edinburgh Dungeon

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Guest accommodation

Elder York Guest House

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★

Very handily placed for many city attractions.

Town house hotel

Malmaison Edinburgh City

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★★

Modern city centre hotel with great views over Edinburgh.

Things to do

Scottish National Portrait Gallery

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Things to do

Scottish Storytelling Centre

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Things to do

The Real Mary King's Close

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Things to do

Museum of Childhood

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Things to do

Nelson Monument

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Hotel

InterContinental Edinburgh The George

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Awaiting inspection

Smart, sophisticated interior and wonderful rooftop views

Hotel

BrewDog DogHouse

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★★

Ideal for fans of craft beer and funky vibes.

Things to do

St Giles' Cathedral

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Things to do

Scottish National Gallery

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Things to do

The Writers' Museum

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Things to do

Gladstone's Land

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Restaurant

l'escargot bleu

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Classic bistro full of French charm and character.

Things to do

The People's Story Museum

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Things to do

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Restaurant

Divino Enoteca

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Romantic Old Town setting for great Italian food and wine.

Things to do

Museum of Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Restaurant with rooms

The Witchery

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★★★

Two deeply romantic suites in the heart of Scotland’s capital.

Restaurant

The Witchery

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

A notable wine list and stunning whisky collection.

Things to do

Scotch Whisky Experience

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Things to do

National Museum of Scotland

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Town house hotel

100 Princes Street

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★★★

A gorgeous luxury hotel at the heart of the city.

Things to do

Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Town house hotel

Hotel du Vin Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★★

Cutting edge design that really hits the mark.

Restaurant

Hotel du Vin Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

A notable wine list covers all areas.

Serviced apartments

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Awaiting inspection

Restaurant

Khushi's Restaurant

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Awaiting inspection

Things to do

National War Museum Scotland

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Things to do

Dynamic Earth

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Things to do

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Hotel

Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Awaiting inspection

The friendly and helpful staff make this a memorable stay

Restaurant

Timberyard

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Vibrant flavours in an industrial setting.

Restaurant

The Little Chartroom

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

A bright, comfortable setting for effortlessly seasonal cooking.

Restaurant

Kanpai Sushi

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Minimalist decor allows the food to do all the talking.

Things to do

The Georgian House

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Restaurant

1925 at The Pompadour

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Scottish classics in celebrated Edinburgh landmark.

Restaurant

Kyloe

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Contemporary steakhouse in prime location.

Hotel

The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★★★

Former Victorian railway hotel famous for its charm.

Spa

The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Contemporary luxury in Edinburgh landmark.

Town house hotel

The Rutland

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★★

Fans of gin cocktails will enjoy a tipple at the dedicated gin bar.

Restaurant

Dulse West End

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Contemporary Scottish seafood cookery.

Restaurant

One Square

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

A great location looking out onto Festival Square.

Hotel

Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★★★

Centrally located, modern hotel with top class spa and thermal suite.

Spa

Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Luxury hotel with superb spa in historic and beautiful Edinburgh

Restaurant

Macau Kitchen

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Macanese fusion cooking in a one-off bijou restaurant.

Restaurant

Harajuku Kitchen

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Popular neighbourhood spot for Asian fusion food.

Public house

The Scran & Scallie

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Award-winning pub in trendy suburb

Restaurant

The Scran & Scallie

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Modern comfort food with flair.

Things to do

St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Things to do

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Guest accommodation

Sherwood Guest House

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★★

A warm welcome awaits at this Georgian townhouse, ideal for the city.

Restaurant

Locanda De Gusti

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Rustic Italian trattoria cooking in Edinburgh.

Things to do

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Modern Two

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Things to do

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Modern One

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Restaurant

Dulse Leith

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Splendid fish and seafood and a welcoming ambience.

Guest accommodation

Barony House

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★★★

Elegant Victorian townhouse that offers lots of character and attention to detail.

Restaurant

HALDI

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Awaiting inspection

Town house hotel

Prestonfield

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★★★

A comfortable town house hotel with dramatic furnishings.

Restaurant

Restaurant Martin Wishart

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Superb cookery and flavours here with everything just so fresh on the palate.

Restaurant

Rhubarb at Prestonfield

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Classic Scottish cooking with French flair.

Restaurant

The Kitchin

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Refined cooking of top-notch Scottish ingredients.

Restaurant

Chez Mal Brasserie and Bar

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Enjoys a great position on the Leith waterfront.

Hotel

Malmaison Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★★

Splendour with a quirky twist

Restaurant

The Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Classic dishes and modern interpretations display skill and flair.

Hotel

Fingal Hotel

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★★★

This is a hotel experience unlike any other that Edinburgh can offer.

Attraction

The Royal Yacht Britannia

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Quality Assessed

A large luxurious yacht that served the Royal Family for over 40 years.

Things to do

Craigmillar Castle

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Things to do

RZSS Edinburgh Zoo

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Things to do

Lauriston Castle

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Things to do

Dalmeny House

South Queensferry, Edinburgh

Things to do

Inchcolm Abbey and Island

South Queensferry, Edinburgh

Things to do

Malleny Garden

Balerno, Edinburgh

Hotel

Dalhousie Castle and Aqueous Spa

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★★

Imposing castle offering a charming all-round experience.

Restaurant

The Dungeon Restaurant at Dalhousie Castle

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

A rich history and loads of character.

Public house

The Bridge Inn

Ratho, Edinburgh

Canal-side inn offering restaurant cruises

Restaurant

The Bridge Inn at Ratho

Ratho, Edinburgh

Classic canal-side inn with seasonal menu.

Hotel

Norton House Hotel & Spa

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

★★★★

Victorian mansion with traditional and contemporary rooms.

Spa

Norton House Hotel & Spa

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Traditional style, elegance and comfort in Edinburgh spa hotel

Restaurant

The Brasserie at Norton House Hotel & Spa

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Traditional Scottish cooking in a Victorian mansion.

Inn

The Bridge Inn at Ratho

Ratho, Edinburgh

★★★★

Accomplished cooking by the canal in the 19th-century hostelry.

Things to do

Hopetoun House

South Queensferry, Edinburgh

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