5/5 - Excellent
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Known as The Honest Town, clean, historic, friendly locals and a lovely harbour area.
Musselburgh
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Where to stay in Musselburgh
Newcraighall
Newcraighall might not have many top sights, but Portobello Beach and Musselburgh Racecourse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is RM1,068 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
RM1,068
RM1,282 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,995 reviews)
"Stayed 4 nights. Great location. Enjoyed several meals in the restaurant."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is RM585 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM585
RM702 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"It is a busy facility and the staff continues to give a good service to all the visitors. Room was prepared as discussed and my Hubby’s birthday celebration went on well with your help. I will recommend the Hotel."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is RM1,125 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
RM1,125
RM1,350 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,756 reviews)
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Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
231 Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,170 reviews)
"Great location. The breakfast is really good. Staff is very helpful at the front desk. There’s even a place to do your laundry in the basement. I really like this place. It’s a lot cheaper than a hotel."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
26 King's Stables Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (930 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay and recover from the days activities. Love your human focused approach to service. We were so impressed. The room configuration, supplies in the kitchen. Everything was thought of."
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels
6 Broughton Street Lane, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Royal Mile and Princes Street ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Nice but loud
"Bar across the street very loud on the weekends. Staff were amazing. Very nice."
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets
RM1,452
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
RM337
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
RM168
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
RM105
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
RM401
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
RM13
per traveller
Reviews of Musselburgh
4
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Nice town, reasonable amount of shops and lovely river walks
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
There is an ice cream shop in town centre always busy, well worth a visit.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
There is no taxi rank at the train station. 3min walk to a bus stop which took us straight into town outside the hotel in no more than 10 minutes. Local couple helped with bus and driver was amazing. Went into Edinburgh by cab approx £20
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Musselburgh is a relatively quiet coastal town. There are a number of shop , restaurants, pubs. Good location as a base for exploring area.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Excellent access to Edinburgh city centre, couple of local good eateries
