West End
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Dean Village
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Dean Village. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One
You can browse the exhibits at Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Johnnie Walker Princes Street
You can take time to visit Johnnie Walker Princes Street during your travels to Edinburgh.
Edinburgh Gin Distillery
You can take time to visit Edinburgh Gin Distillery during your travels to Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and entertainment choices.
St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a trip to St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
Vietnam House Art Gallery
You can study the exhibits at Vietnam House Art Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Edinburgh. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
Top hotels in West End
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Staff are all friendly, accessible location
Reviewed on 5 Feb, 2026
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
It was a decent stay. They were slow to provide room service. We had to ask multiple times for them to finally do it. The walls are also pretty thin so keep that in mind. The location was pretty good as well
Reviewed on 29 Jan, 2026
The Hoxton Edinburgh
Very nice hotel and as described
Reviewed on 10 Feb, 2026
voco Edinburgh-Haymarket by IHG
Had a very enjoyable stay at Voco. Staff were excellent - as was the breakfast. Comfortable and very clean room in a good location. We would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 7 Feb, 2026
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
Clean room on the small side but staff great ideally located opposite Haymarket railway station
Reviewed on 6 Feb, 2026
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Friendly staff, spacious room with a fridge in it and hairdryer, kettle, teas and coffees. Bathroom needs some updating but overall a good hotel in a great location
Reviewed on 6 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
Fountainbridge
If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Royal Lyceum Theatre and Usher Hall while in the area.
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.
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.
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 George Street and St. Andrew Square.
