Polton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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.
Photo by Richard Webb (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
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 lively bars and lively festivals in this walkable area.
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Activities

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

NZ$133
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

NZ$80
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport

Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

NZ$84
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

NZ$43
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included

Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included

NZ$89
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group

Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group

NZ$219
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
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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$290 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$290
5 July - 6 July
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,452 reviews)
"Staff were lovely and friendly. Most helpful. Room was immaculate. Wonderful, comfy bed. Air Con a blessing too."

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$403 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$403
5 July - 6 July
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! (2,102 reviews)
"An absolutely incredible stay. While I won’t go into specifics, the staff here went completely above and beyond in a way that left me overwhelmed with gratitude. Their kindness and exceptional service turned a standard hotel stay into an unforgettable experience. I cannot recommend this hotel enough. ..."

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

4 out of 5
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club Kirknewton Scotland
The price is NZ$292 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$292
5 July - 6 July
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! (1,728 reviews)
"The best breakfast with loads of choice"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$371 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$371
5 July - 6 July
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! (2,735 reviews)
"It is a great location for sure but rooms seem stuffy and hot. We opened the windows of course but there is a lot of street noise just because of the location. Overall good."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

4 out of 5
43 Jeffrey Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$540 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$540
30 July - 31 July
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! (1,435 reviews)
"Clean room, polite staffs, good breakfast? Easy access to shop, train station, restaurants. Happy to stay in this htl,"

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$353 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$353
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,193 reviews)
"Best hostel I’ve stayed at! Great amenities and very clean areas. Bathrooms were nice and big, and the pods felt very private. Would recommend to anyway looking for a place to stay in Edinburgh"

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
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Our guide on where to stay in 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 Princes Street – 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 Princes Street 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 Princes Street and Assembly Rooms.

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 Edinburgh Port 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.

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.

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