Joppa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Portobello Beach at Dusk Photo taken from the Joppa side
Portobello Beach at Dusk Photo taken from the Joppa side
Joppa & Snow. The East end of Portobello Beach under a slight cover of snow - not quite as much as in these: http://www.pbase.com/wangi/image/40099092 http://www.pbase.com/wangi/image/40099093 http://www.pbase.com/wangi/image/40068899 !
Portobello Beach A sunny day, but quite a cold wind, otherwise the view may have been busier. Portobello sands are pretty decent for a city beach. Let down mainly by the weather.
Shoreline at Joppa Looking north across the Firth of Forth towards Fife.

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Our pick of the best Joppa Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$206 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$206
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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! (2,461 reviews)
Clean and comfy room, great amenities and super friendly staff.

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$201 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$201
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,390 reviews)
The room was clean and like the description. The location was perfect!

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

4 out of 5
111 Glasgow Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$133 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$133
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8/10 Very Good! (661 reviews)
Room was nice, staff were lovely, shower was awful

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

3 out of 5
152 Morrison Street Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$133 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$133
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,639 reviews)
Good location

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$108 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
NZ$108
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,130 reviews)
Staff were so helpful, friendly and great with the kids. The food was also excellent!

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$209 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$209
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,014 reviews)
Staff were friendly and helpful

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Joppa

Panoramic view of Edinburgh's Portobello beach and esplanade at sunrise. Scotland, UK; Shutterstock ID 494685067

Portobello

Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Joppa Shore.

Portobello
The debating chamber of the Scottish Government.

Holyrood

While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.

Holyrood
Newington

Newington

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Pickering's Gin Distillery while you're exploring the area.

Newington
Panoramic view over Leith in Edinburgh from above - travel photography

Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port 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.

Leith
Outside my livingroom window 😎

Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Surgeon's Hall are top sights worth seeing.

Southside
Old Town Edinburgh showing street scenes, outdoor eating and a city

Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(164 area reviews)

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

Old Town Edinburgh


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