Pilton
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 lively festivals 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.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
Things to do
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Edinburgh Castle Highlights Tour with Tickets, Map, and Guide
Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included
Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Pilton
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Location was perfect
Reviewed on 3 Dec, 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Nice hotel, clean quite room, comfy beds. Excellent breakfast and bar area. Free carpark a big plus. Bus stop at front of the hotel
Reviewed on 3 Dec, 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Loved our stay at CODE - The Court. As a family it was brilliant having a family room with bunk beds for the younger ones. Everything was so clean and service was amazing. The staff were all so helpful with any questions we had. Will definitely be back
Reviewed on 2 Dec, 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Amenities and the size of the room.
Reviewed on 2 Dec, 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
The room was clean, I found the bed comfortable but my partner felt the mattress was too hard. The room was too hot though, we had the a AC going to offset the heat at the end of November! Pool and gym were great!
Reviewed on 2 Dec, 2025
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
We had a wonderful stay, loved the site. All of the staff were professional and pleasant. There was comfortable seating at various locations around the hotel that we were able to enjoy. The food and drinks were also lovely. Room was clean and spacious.
Reviewed on 2 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pilton
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the notable features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St Bernard's Well while you're exploring.
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.
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 Assembly Rooms and George Street.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Princes Street. 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 Edinburgh Gin Distillery to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sherlock Holmes Statue and Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery while you're in town.
