Carlops
Edinburgh
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 search for that perfect souvenir 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 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
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
Top hotels in Carlops
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Let patrons be aware a coin is needed for the lockers in the changing area
Reviewed on 9 Apr, 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
The room was clean and quiet - my only gripe was that at 9.37 am , after the slightest tap on the door, the cleaner walked into the room. Why have check out at 12 (which is fab, incidentally) if the cleaner is going to enter the room so early??
Reviewed on 9 Apr, 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on 8 Apr, 2026
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
The room seemed smaller than the photos and was pretty much just a bed, two small nightstands and a shelf. And the glass door leading to the compact bathroom leaves little to the imagination. A man had lost his CC Card and we found it leaving us to believe that they did not give the room a proper ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr, 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Fabulous hotel! My only complaint is there were no drawers—just two shelves in one of the closets. This seems to be a general trend in hotels. Maybe bureaus are considered old-fashioned? Other than that small quibble the place was wonderful. We had a fifth floor castle view room with a (very comfortable) ...
Reviewed on 9 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 Carlops
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Blackford Hill and Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve while you're in town.
Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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
Travellers enjoy Grange for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Carlton Cricket Club while you're in the area.
Marchmont
Marchmont is well liked for its bars, and you can visit sights like Edinburgh Castle and National Library of Scotland if you have time to explore the area.
