Abbeyhill Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Palace of Holyroodhouse is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.
Holyrood Abbey
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a visit to Holyrood Abbey. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this family-friendly area.
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle is a popular museum in Edinburgh with a rich history. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this walkable area.
Royal Mile
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Royal Mile, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
University of Edinburgh
Explore the campus of University of Edinburgh during your visit to Edinburgh. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Top hotels in Abbeyhill
Destiny Student - Burnet Point
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
"The room was definitely dated and there were three of us in the room and housekeeping only ever left two towels. We had to ask for extra a few times and toilet paper. The best part of this property is the restaurant. Great food and nice staff although on the slow side and not too attentive to guests. ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
"Beautiful place, the staff at the reception was very pleasant, and the breakfast was good."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"Perfect location to everything we wanted to do in Edinburgh. Very friendly staff, very clean room and loved the parking. Will be booking there for our next trip!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
"Great location and comfortable hotel. The staff was very helpful. We didn't do the breakfast but had a meal in the restaurant and the food was tasty and a good value for a hotel restaurant. The room was clean. The bathroom was a bit small but it was sufficient for what we needed. The location is ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
"Location is excellent. 1 minute walk up some stairs and you are in the Royal Mile. Hotel was well maintained, but undergoing some construction, presumably to improve the landscaping which would be nice. One of the elevators did not work for the 3 days we were there which caused a wait a couple times. ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Abbeyhill
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
Pleasance
When in Pleasance, you can plan a visit to Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery and Sherlock Holmes Statue while you're in town.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and George Square are top sights worth seeing.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
