Craiglockhart
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 lively festivals in this walkable area.
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
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 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 acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh Castle Highlights Tour with Tickets, Map, and Guide
Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included
Top hotels in Craiglockhart
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
I couldn't complain about the hotel at all. The location of this place is what sets it truly apart. We could see the castle from our window and only steps away from downtown Edinburgh.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
The room was clean, the staff were lovely and willing to go above and beyond. The hotel is located in the centre of the city meaning we walked everywhere as it was within reach. The only thing is the pool was quite cold for this time of year and we could hear others in the room next to us when they ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Clean room and bathroom/toilets. Kind staff
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
We arrived to a friendly front desk - the nice wee (kids corner) was mentioned and we found it a smooth check in/out. Rooms and bathroom products at a pleasant standard. Swimming pool area basic/nice for kids for a quick swim. Tip: do ask for a quieter area if tour groups are in as their early morning ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
The room was great, the breakfast buffet was so yummy and the staff was so lovely.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
A quick overnight stay fora very early flight, clean and tidy just what I needed. The food also was good.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Craiglockhart
Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Fountainbridge
If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
