Bruntsfield
Edinburgh
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Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Castle
A focal point of Scottish history that dominates Edinburgh’s skyline and which has served as a fortress, a palace and home to the crown jewels.
Royal Mile
With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
University of Edinburgh
The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and entertainment choices.
Things to do
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included
Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Top hotels in Bruntsfield
Black Ivy Hotel
Great as always
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Staff informative, room excellent and great location.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Clean and spacious room
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Friendly, helpful staff. Clean room.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Staff were brilliant and lovely, the room was emaculate and beautiful. Would reccomend staying here.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Lovely room at the front of the hotel. Staff are always brilliant. Breackfast was lovely but not inexpensive.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bruntsfield
Marchmont
Marchmont is well liked for its bars, and you can visit sights like Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile if you have time to explore the area.
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.
Fountainbridge
If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.
West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Gin Distillery to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and Braid Hills Golf Course while you're in town.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Princes Street. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
