Dirleton Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Dirleton Castle
Learn about the local history of North Berwick when you spend time at Dirleton Castle. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this quaint area or seek out the golf courses.
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle is a popular museum in Edinburgh with a rich history. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Royal Mile
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Royal Mile. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who call Edinburgh Zoo home during your travels in Edinburgh. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area or seek out the golf courses.
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 Dirleton
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Amazing value for the money spent. Just first class all around from the room to service.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Staff was excellent. We didn’t spend much time in the hotel but the staff was always fantastic
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
Room very nice clean staff friendly
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Newly opened restaurant is lovely, beautiful view and nice breakfast. Location of hotel is very central and convenient for walking everywhere. Rooms are smaller and quite basic and could use some attention to a few maintenance type details, but overall a decent spot and an excellent location
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Incredible location, five minute walk from the train station (though uphill) and right in Old Town. Place is clean and stylish, and the jail cell rooms are charming. Laundry was a plus.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
Super comfy bed. Fab choice for breakfast and perfect central location. Would definitely stay there again and would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dirleton
Portobello
Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Coade Stone Columns.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Scottish Parliament and Dynamic Earth.
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.
Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.
