Polton Travel Guide

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Three mushrooms with brown caps and orange stems growing on green mossy ground.
A rural landscape with a stone wall, grassy fields, and distant hills.
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A rural landscape with a plowed field, a row of houses, and a large tree.
A green field with a forest and hills in the background.
A grassy field with a wooden fence, a hill with trees, and a house in the distance.
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Stay near popular Polton attractions

Hawthornden Castle

Learn about the local history of Lasswade with a stop at Hawthornden Castle. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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Activities

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

NZ$87
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

NZ$50
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Discover Edinburgh A Guided Tour

Discover Edinburgh: A Self-Guided Tour

NZ$14
per adult
Discover Edinburgh: A Self-Guided Tour
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

NZ$127
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
mountain view in edinburgh

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

NZ$157
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Edinburgh: Royal Attractions with Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

Edinburgh: Royal Attractions with Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

NZ$186
per adult
Edinburgh: Royal Attractions with Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours
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Our pick of the best Polton Hotel Deals

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$319 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$319
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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. ...
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$518 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$518
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 ...
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

3 out of 5
152 Morrison Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$354 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$354
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,707 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable. Terrific staff, who also helped us with tips to get to several sightseeing locations. Amazing breakfast! Room was on the small side, but only two hooks for all our towels and no closet. No washcloths either. Room temp controls were touch pad and hard to understand, but staff ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

4 out of 5
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club Kirknewton Scotland
The price is NZ$351 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$351
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Kirknewton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,734 reviews)
"Rooms were too hot no air"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$408 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$408
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 ...
YOTEL Edinburgh
Moxy Edinburgh Airport

Moxy Edinburgh Airport

3 out of 5
1 Fairview Road Newbridge Scotland
The price is NZ$368 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
NZ$368
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (2,572 reviews)
"The cost represented very good value for Edinburgh during the Festival. The journey between the hotel and the city was easier than expected as the 100 bus stops just outside. The room quality was very good and the staff were helpful. I particularly appreciated the lounge bar being open until late ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Moxy Edinburgh Airport
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Our guide on where to stay in Polton

Find the best Polton areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Polton
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A bustling street with historic buildings, a clock tower, and outdoor seating at a pub.

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.

A cityscape with a prominent monument featuring columns and a dome, surrounded by historic buildings and a clear sky.

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.

A Gothic-style clock tower with a statue at its base, illuminated by warm lights.

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.

The Usher Hall with a dome and classical architecture.
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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.

A river with boats and historic buildings along the shore.

Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre 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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