West End
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Dean Village
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Dean Village. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One
You can browse the exhibits at Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Johnnie Walker Princes Street
You can take time to visit Johnnie Walker Princes Street during your travels to Edinburgh.
Edinburgh Gin Distillery
You can take time to visit Edinburgh Gin Distillery during your travels to Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a trip to St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Vietnam House Art Gallery
You can study the exhibits at Vietnam House Art Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Edinburgh. Discover the area's lively festivals and shops.
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
Top hotels in West End
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
Across the road from Haymarket, decent bar adjoining hotel. Room quite small but fine for a couple of nights or so. Only problem was seal on window wasnt great so could hear qind whistling and traffic noise. Black out blind also had a tear which let in light too early. Decent value though.
Reviewed on 11 Mar, 2026
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
i found the staff very helpful and the room to be comfortable and safe
Reviewed on 14 Mar, 2026
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Stayed here two weeks ago and had a lovely stay breakfast was at 7-00 till 10-00 and we went down at 7-00 and the hot and cold buffet was excellent. We stayed there last weekend on the 7th of march and was told the breakfast was at 7-00 till 10-00 we went down at 7-00 and was told the breakfast was ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar, 2026
The Hoxton Edinburgh
What needs to be said before anything else is that the staff here were amazing. Every single person I spoke to was genuinely lovely. My room was was spotlessly clean and exactly as advertised. The mini kitchenette was a great addition. The bed was comfy, shower lovely and powerful, and the happy ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar, 2026
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Great hotel with a very convenient location. The room was spotless and the bed was comfortable. The staff were welcoming and always ready to help. Breakfast was good with a nice variety, though adding cheese would make it even better. We really enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 16 Mar, 2026
The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Stay at this hotel. It felt like our home away from home in Edinburgh. Rianne (I think that’s how her name is spelled) and the staff were so welcoming and accommodating, which makes a big difference when you’re traveling in a foreign country. The bed was comfy, the breakfast was the best we had at ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and Vietnam House Art Gallery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.
Bruntsfield
Bruntsfield is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Links or Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course.
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St. Stephens Centre or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
New Town
Travellers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like George Street and St. Andrew Square.
Marchmont
Marchmont is well liked for its bars, and you can visit sights like Edinburgh Castle and George Square if you have time to explore the area.
