Visit Portobello
Popular places to visit
Portobello Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Portobello Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Edinburgh. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium, and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
Top hotels in Portobello
Best Western Kings Manor Hotel
8 min walk to train, Quiet so good nights sleep. Bed large, clean, comfortable. Shower very good. Aircon didnt seem very good. Good in-room tea& coffee making. Room & hotel grubby, not well cleaned or maintained; carpets not clean, TV covered in dust clearly not been cleaned in ages.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Room had lovely view over Pentland hills.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
Lovely and helpful staff, clean room, plenty of things to do nearby and not too far from the town.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
We stayed at The Moxy for 1 night at both ends of our holiday. We were happy with the room, clean with comfortable bed and small but adequate en-suite, but the staff seemed to be uninterested in helping or taking payment for our breakfast. We eventually tracked someone down and they were rushed and ...
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Good Breakfast, & plenty of choice . Excellent value. Reception staff were very pleasant & helpfull. We were upgraded to a master suite as it was my husband's 90 birthday. & birthday cake in room.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Rooms were clean, staff were friendly, and Wifi worked perfectly.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portobello
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
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.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Newington
Historic sites, museums, and cafes are just a few things travelers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Summerhall while you're exploring the area.
Broughton
Travelers 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.
Old Town Edinburgh
Old Town Edinburgh is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
