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Known as The Honest Town, clean, historic, friendly locals and a lovely harbour area.
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Newcraighall
Newcraighall might not have many top sights, but Portobello Beach and Musselburgh Racecourse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is €155 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
€155
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,407 reviews)
"Nice hotel in the old town across the street from the Castle, attractions and lots of pubs and restaurants. Nice breakfast"
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2024
YOTEL Edinburgh
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is €105 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
€105
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,146 reviews)
"Great cost benefit in a modern hotel. Pros: It is a 15-minute walk from the city center. The rooms are modern and new. There is a very good ceiling showerhead. The place is very clean. Self-check-in and check-out. Cons: The bathroom has no door - the toilet and shower are separated, but there is ..."
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2024
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
69 Belford Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is €54 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
€54
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms ...
5.6/10 (1,065 reviews)
Britannia Hotel
"Hotel was good, room clean and staff friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
231 Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,857 reviews)
"I was extremely pleased with this hotel. Each room has a kitchenette in it. The rooms are extremely quiet and come with blackout shades. It's located on the Royal Mile so you are surrounded by all sorts of shops, restaurants, etc. I felt very safe in this area. So many things to see -- very ..."
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2024
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
26 King's Stables Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (738 reviews)
"Thus property was amazing! Clean, spacious and the staff was amazing! The location at Grassmarket was so convenient for dining and shopping! We enjoyed their continental breakfast and the atmosphere! We loved everything about it!"
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2024
Cheval Old Town Chambers
Royal Mile, 329 High Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,872 reviews)
"Friendly helpful staff, rooms are very nice"
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Reviews of Musselburgh
4
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Nice town, reasonable amount of shops and lovely river walks
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
There is an ice cream shop in town centre always busy, well worth a visit.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
There is no taxi rank at the train station. 3min walk to a bus stop which took us straight into town outside the hotel in no more than 10 minutes. Local couple helped with bus and driver was amazing. Went into Edinburgh by cab approx £20
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Musselburgh is a relatively quiet coastal town. There are a number of shop , restaurants, pubs. Good location as a base for exploring area.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Excellent access to Edinburgh city centre, couple of local good eateries
- Musselburgh Racecourse
- Morrisons Haven
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- Murrayfield Stadium
- George Street
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre
- National Museum of Scotland
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- Edinburgh Park
- Dean Village
- Arthur's Seat
- St. Andrew Square
- Royal Highland Centre
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Princes Street Gardens
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Calton Hill
- Heriot-Watt University