West Pilton Travel Guide
Edinburgh
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Popular places to visit
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.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
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 West Pilton
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Plenty of breakfast. Nice to be able to use the pool after a busy day.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Convenient stay near Edinburgh Airport. 30-40 minutes to town centre. Welcoming staff with welcome drink included. Comfortable and clean room.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Excellent hotel
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
We had room-only accommodation. However, the couple of times we had breakfast, it was very good with plenty of options.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Rooms nice, clean. Staff attentive.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Room was old, small, fire detector falling off ceiling, towel heating bar bad location and can burn yourself coming out of tiny shower. incredible view, pictures in booking were not even close to what the actual room looked like - bath and switch.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Pilton
Murrayfield
If you're spending time in Murrayfield, you might enjoy attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St. Stephens Centre or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and Vietnam House Art Gallery. 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 Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.
New Town
Travellers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like George Street and St. Andrew Square.
