Colinton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Colinton attractions

Colinton Tunnel

Find out about the history of Edinburgh when you spend time at Colinton Tunnel.
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Activities

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

NZ$91
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

NZ$129
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

NZ$55
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Edinburgh: Late-Night Underground Vaults Terror Tour

Edinburgh: Late-Night Underground Vaults Terror Tour

NZ$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Late-Night Underground Vaults Terror Tour
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

NZ$50
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

NZ$73
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
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Our pick of the best Colinton Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$399 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
NZ$399
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,957 reviews)
"Amazing stay and the property worked pretty well. Staff was very friendly."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$203 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
NZ$203
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,594 reviews)
"It was not much of a hassle to get into the old town where all the action is as as well as the Airport. Otherwise a pretty normal hotel. Best part, it was half the price as downtown or old city places."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$295 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$295
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,543 reviews)
"Room was clean and amenities good. However, no window made it claustrophobic, especially as it was called a premium room?! Luckily was only there for one night."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

3 out of 5
69 Belford Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$144 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
NZ$144
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
6.2/10 (1,295 reviews)
"Beautiful old building. Cozy beds. Rooms could use a bit of updating"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Moxy Edinburgh Airport

Moxy Edinburgh Airport

3 out of 5
1 Fairview Road Newbridge Scotland
The price is NZ$238 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$238
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newbridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,637 reviews)
"Chambre confortable, personnel professionnel"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

4 out of 5
43 Jeffrey Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$369 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$369
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,527 reviews)
"Overall, this was a great property to stay at if you are visiting Edinburgh for the first time. Located within walking distance of public transit and many of the popular sights, making it a convenient choice. Stay didn’t blow me away, but was good enough to meet our needs. Towels and sheets were ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
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Our guide on where to stay in Colinton

Find the best Colinton areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Colinton
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Old Town Edinburgh

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

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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.

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Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks and Royal Yacht Britannia 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.

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Tollcross

Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.

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