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 enjoy retail therapy at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Top hotels in Carlops
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Staff were wonderful! Really nice, chatty, and helpful. Always kind and keen to help. Rooms were good for the price. Beds were comfy. Bit outdated though, and some things to help improve the stay. - no hooks anywhere! Two people staying in the room, nowhere to hang towels after a shower, nowhere ...
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Very clean room, friendly staff and very conveniently positioned.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Spoless room staff were realy nice and helpful
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Staff were lovely, hotel clean, nice food
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Great service, beautiful rooms, and amazing restaurant!
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Ideal location. Super clean. Spacious room
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carlops
Morningside
Morningside is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Dominion Cinema and Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve while you're in town.
Gorgie
While visiting Gorgie, you might make a stop by sights like Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball.
Murrayfield
Take time in Murrayfield to visit attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Grange
Visitors to Grange like its restaurants and gardens, and Carlton Cricket Club is a sight worth a stop.
Fountainbridge
If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.
