Lauder Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A stone archway with pointed tops, a paved road, and leafless trees in a rural setting.
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A large stone castle with multiple towers and a well-maintained lawn.
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A stone archway leading into a park with a paved path, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.
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A rural landscape with fields, a fence, and scattered trees.
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A zebra sculpture in front of a building with a sign.
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Our guide on where to stay in Lauder

Find the best Lauder areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A stone bridge over a grassy field with trees in the background.

Oxton

Though Oxton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Thirlestane Castle and Flat Cat Gallery.

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$280 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$280
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,520 reviews)
"I have stayed before and found it to be an excellent stay. It is very convenient to both the downtown area and the airport and especially the zoo. We had a few negatives but nothing that would prevent us from coming back. We had a lot of trouble getting the bags up all the stairs from the road level. ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

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$517 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$517
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$347 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$347
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,695 reviews)
"This was one of the worst hotels I have ever stayed in, we paid over £250 a night for a room that was not practical for two people with no place to move and an uncomfortable bed. At breakfast I asked for help in getting a table to sit at and was refused. When we asked for assistance from staff we ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket
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PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

4 out of 5
121 Grove St Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this apartment in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,638 reviews)
"Everything about this property was great! You can’t beat the location for easy walk to Waverly Station and other attractions on the Royal Mile. Property was very clean, great amenities and a very helpful and courteous staff!"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Fraser Suites Edinburgh

Fraser Suites Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Fraser Suites Edinburgh Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,274 reviews)
"The property was amazing and has even more amazing staff. We got there early and were accommodated were warmly. Domnik at the front desk was very helpful."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Fraser Suites Edinburgh
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Stay near popular Lauder attractions

Thirlestane Castle

8.8/10 (3 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Lauder with a visit to Thirlestane Castle. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

Tranent: Glenkinchie Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting

East Lothian: Glenkinchie Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting

NZ$48
per adult
East Lothian: Glenkinchie Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting
The Kelpies

New Lanark & the Kelpies : Private Day Tour from Edinburgh

NZ$896
per adult
New Lanark & the Kelpies : Private Day Tour from Edinburgh
In the Footsteps of Sir Walter Scott One Day Tour

In the Footsteps of Sir Walter Scott One Day Tour

NZ$1,620
per traveller
In the Footsteps of Sir Walter Scott One Day Tour
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