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Gilmerton, a charming suburb located about 4 miles southeast of Edinburgh's city centre, offers a unique blend of historical intrigue and modern convenience, making it an ideal destination for travellers seeking a peaceful retreat with easy access to the bustling city. Known for its rich history, Gilmerton is home to the fascinating Gilmerton Cove, a series of mysterious underground caves that date back to the early 18th century. Visitors can explore these intriguing caverns and ponder their origins, which are steeped in local legend.
The neighbourhoods in Gilmerton provide a welcoming atmosphere with a variety of accommodation options, from quaint bed and breakfasts to contemporary hotels. Staying in Gilmerton allows guests to enjoy the tranquillity of a suburban setting while being just a short journey away from Edinburgh's iconic attractions. Whether you're interested in history, culture, or simply a relaxing getaway, Gilmerton offers a delightful experience for all.
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Hotel in Edinburgh · 1.99 mi from centre
9.0
279 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Kildonan Lodge Hotel in Edinburgh (Newington), you'll be a 3-minute drive from University of Edinburgh and 5 minutes from Royal Mile. This boutique hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Princes Street.
Bed & breakfast in Edinburgh · 2.26 mi from centre
8.0
52 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The Alexander Guest House in Edinburgh (Newington), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. This bed & breakfast is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Princes Street.
Guesthouse in Edinburgh · 2.21 mi from centre
9.8
95 reviews
With a stay at Highfield Guest House in Edinburgh (Newington), you'll be a 3-minute drive from University of Edinburgh and 6 minutes from Royal Mile. This guesthouse is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Princes Street.
Lodge in Lasswade · 1.91 mi from centre
9.4
26 reviews
Located in Lasswade, Kevock Vale Park is within a 15-minute drive of Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. This lodge is 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 7 mi (11.3 km) from Princes Street.
Guesthouse in Edinburgh · 2.24 mi from centre
7.4
155 reviews
With a stay at Arrandale Guest House, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, within a 5-minute drive of Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. This guesthouse is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Princes Street.
Castle in Lasswade · 1.89 mi from centre
8.8
169 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Melville Castle in Lasswade, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. This eco-certified castle is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from University of Edinburgh and 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from Princes Street.
Bed & breakfast in Edinburgh · 2.00 mi from centre
9.0
62 reviews
With a stay at Kingsley Edinburgh in Edinburgh (Newington), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of University of Edinburgh and Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve. This bed & breakfast is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from St. Giles' Cathedral and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Princes Street Gardens.
Hotel in Edinburgh · 2.21 mi from centre
9.8
271 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Prestonfield House in Edinburgh (Prestonfield), you'll be a 4-minute drive from University of Edinburgh and 6 minutes from Royal Mile. This family-friendly hotel is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Princes Street.
Hotel in Lasswade, Dalkeith · 1.71 mi from centre
8.7
4,263 reviews
Located within 5.8 mi from Edinburgh City Center, The Melville Inn by Innkeeper's Collection features a connected pub and restaurant with a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi and free parking is provided. Musselburgh train station is 4.1 mi from the property, while Edinburgh Waverley is 6 mi away.
All rooms are air-conditioned and feature smart TVs with Chromecast and an private bathroom with a shower.
The Melville Inn Vintage Inn is next door, serving a selection of seasonal British dishes such as slow-cooked lamb shank, steak and mushroom pie, and the popular Hunter's chicken. The pub also serves an array of fine wines, real ales, soft drinks and spirits.
Surrounded by the countryside, guests can enjoy walks and cycling in the surrounding area. Other activities nearby includes golf.
Dalkeith Palace and Newbattle Abbey are 1.9 mi from the property. Edinburgh Airport is 14 mi from the property.
Inn in Lasswade · 1.78 mi from centre
8.0
1,189 reviews
The Laird And Dog is located in the Midlothian village of Lasswade, a 15 minute drive from Edinburgh. It offers an atrium-style restaurant, rooms with free Wi-Fi and free parking.
Modern rooms are decorated with light colors and feature flat-screen satellite TVs and work desks. Rooms also include hairdryers and tea/coffee-making facilities.
The bar and restaurant serves hearty Scottish meals including haggis dishes, as well as pub favorites. There is a beer garden with covered seating for guests to relax in.
There is a bus stop close to the property, which has regular services to central Edinburgh. The 15th-century Rosslyn chapel, which featured in the Da Vinci Code movies, is just 5 miles away, while Musselburgh Racecourse is a 15-minute drive from the Laird And Dog.
Hotel in Dalkeith · 2.02 mi from centre
Breakfast available
Located in Dalkeith, Premier Inn Edinburgh A7 - Dalkeith is within a 15-minute drive of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. This hotel is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from University of Edinburgh and 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from Princes Street.
Guesthouse in Edinburgh · 1.96 mi from centre
9.6
72 reviews
With a stay at The Alba House in Edinburgh (Newington), you'll be a 3-minute drive from University of Edinburgh and 6 minutes from Royal Mile. This guesthouse is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Princes Street.
Apartment in Liberton, Edinburgh · 1.32 mi from centre
9.4
6 reviews
With a stay at this apartment in Edinburgh (Liberton), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. This apartment is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from University of Edinburgh and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Princes Street.
Guest house in Edinburgh · 1.87 mi from centre
9.2
489 reviews
Roost Hill - Free Parking Zone enjoys a location in Edinburgh, 1.6 miles from University of Edinburgh and 1.9 miles from National Museum of Scotland. Among the facilities at this property are luggage storage space and private check-in and check-out, along with free Wifi throughout the property. Outdoor seating is also available at the guest house.
At the guest house, units have a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. The guest house features some units with mountain views, and the units have a kettle. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free.
Guests can also relax in the garden or on the sun terrace.
Edinburgh Waverley Train Station is 2.1 miles from Roost Hill - Free Parking Zone, while The Real Mary King's Close is 2.3 miles from the property. Edinburgh Airport is 11 miles away.
Guesthouse in Dalkeith · 2.26 mi from centre
8.0
1 review
Breakfast available
With a stay at Glenarch House in Dalkeith, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. This guesthouse is 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from University of Edinburgh and 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Princes Street.
Guesthouse in Edinburgh · 2.23 mi from centre
8.2
206 reviews
With a stay at Edinburgh 37 in Edinburgh (Newington), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. This guesthouse is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Princes Street.
Apartment in Edinburgh · 1.44 mi from centre
7.9
14 reviews
GuestReady - Edinburgh Elegant home is located in Edinburgh, just 3.9 miles from University of Edinburgh and 4.1 miles from National Museum of Scotland. The property is around 4.5 miles from The Real Mary King's Close, 4.6 miles from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, and 4.7 miles from Edinburgh Castle. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Arthur's Seat is 2.8 miles away.
The apartment is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, and 2 bathrooms. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.
EICC is 4.8 miles from the apartment, while Edinburgh Waverley Train Station is 5.1 miles away. Edinburgh Airport is 14 miles from the property.
Holiday home in Edinburgh · 1.47 mi from centre
8.2
42 reviews
Providing a garden, 2-Bedroom Holiday Home With Private Garden & Parking provides accommodations in Edinburgh. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are available at the vacation home free of charge. Arthur's Seat is 2.8 miles from the vacation home and University of Edinburgh is 3.9 miles away.
This vacation home includes 2 bedrooms, a living room and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 1 bathroom with a bath and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are featured in the vacation home. This vacation home is allergy-free and non-smoking.
National Museum of Scotland is 4.2 miles from 2-Bedroom Holiday Home With Private Garden & Parking, while The Real Mary King's Close is 4.6 miles away. Edinburgh Airport is 14 miles from the property.
Apartment in Edinburgh · 2.03 mi from centre
8.1
57 reviews
Stylish Modern Newly Built Apartment 15 min From City Centre is located in Edinburgh, just 1.4 miles from University of Edinburgh and 1.7 miles from National Museum of Scotland. This apartment features accommodations with a patio and free Wifi. Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is 2.2 miles away and Edinburgh Castle is 2.3 miles from the apartment.
The apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a kettle, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. A flat-screen TV is available. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.
Guests can relax in the garden at the property.
Edinburgh Waverley Train Station is 1.8 miles from the apartment, while The Real Mary King's Close is 2 miles from the property. Edinburgh Airport is 11 miles away.
Guest house in Edinburgh · 1.86 mi from centre
8.7
755 reviews
Offering free WiFi, Ardgowan Guest House is located in Edinburgh, within 1.4 mi of University of Edinburgh. Built in 19th century, the property is within 1.5 mi of Edinburgh Festival Theater and 1.9 mi of Royal Mile. Edinburgh Military Tattoo is 1.9 mi away.
Guest rooms in the guest house are equipped with a kettle, tea, coffee, milk and sugar.
Edinburgh Castle is 2 mi from Ardgowan, while Omni Center is 2.1 mi from the property. Edinburgh Airport is 8.1 mi away.
NO MOTORCYCLE PARKING IS AVAILABLE