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Heriot-Watt University, located in the vibrant city of Edinburgh, Scotland, offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern innovation, making it an intriguing travel destination. Established in 1821, it is one of the oldest higher education institutions in the UK, renowned for its focus on science and engineering. Visitors can explore the university's beautiful campus, which is set amidst lush greenery and offers a serene environment.
For those planning to stay near Heriot-Watt University, the nearby neighbourhoods of Currie and Riccarton provide convenient accommodation options with easy access to the university and the city centre. These areas offer a peaceful retreat while being just a short drive from Edinburgh's bustling attractions.
Top attractions near Heriot-Watt include the stunning Edinburgh Castle, the historic Royal Mile, and the picturesque Pentland Hills, perfect for hiking enthusiasts. Whether you're visiting for academic purposes or leisure, Heriot-Watt University and its surroundings promise a memorable experience.
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Guesthouse in New Town, Edinburgh · 6.41 mi from centre
8.6
78 reviews
Located in Edinburgh (Edinburgh City Centre), City Retreat Edinburgh is within a 15-minute walk of Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street. This guesthouse is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Royal Mile and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Edinburgh Castle.
Apartment in New Town, Edinburgh · 5.35 mi from centre
5.3
30 reviews
Bright Edinburgh Flat - City Center EB7 offers accommodations in Edinburgh, a 11-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station and 0.8 miles from National Museum of Scotland. Featuring garden and city views, this apartment also includes free Wifi. The property is 300 yards from the city center and a 9-minute walk from Royal Mile.
The apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.
Popular points of interest near the apartment include Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, The Real Mary King's Close, and Edinburgh Castle. Edinburgh Airport is 5.6 miles from the property.
Guest house in New Town, Edinburgh · 6.42 mi from centre
8.0
199 reviews
City Retreat offers various self-catering apartments and rooms in Edinburgh, 1640 feet from Princes Street. Free WiFi access is available. The property is 1804 feet from Edinburgh Playhouse and Omni Center.
Rooms all come with a flat-screen TV and a kettle. Apartments also offer a kitchen and a living area.
Edinburgh Castle is 0.8 mi from City Retreat. Edinburgh Waverley station is 2133 feet from the property. Edinburgh Airport is 8.7 mi away.
Guesthouse in Leith, Edinburgh · 6.52 mi from centre
7.4
207 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at 16 Pilrig Guest House, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, within a 5-minute drive of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. This guesthouse is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Princes Street.
Hostel in Pilton, Edinburgh · 5.41 mi from centre
6.6
42 reviews
With a stay at Edinburgh College Residence in Edinburgh (West Pilton), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of George Street and Princes Street. This hostel is 3.7 mi (6 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 3.7 mi (6 km) from Royal Mile.
Hotel in Old Town Edinburgh, Edinburgh · 5.13 mi from centre
Breakfast available
Located in Edinburgh (Old Town Edinburgh), Premier Inn Edinburgh Cc Lauriston Place is within a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket and University of Edinburgh. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Princes Street.
Guest house in Haymarket, Edinburgh · 4.42 mi from centre
7.0
948 reviews
Haymarket Station Rooms is a recently renovated guest house in the center of Edinburgh, a 10-minute walk from EICC and 0.8 miles from Murrayfield Stadium. Among the facilities at this property are an ATM and private check-in and check-out, along with free Wifi throughout the property. National Museum of Scotland is 1.6 miles from the guest house and Royal Mile is 1.7 miles away.
Towels and bed linen are featured in the guest house. This guest house is allergy-free and non-smoking.
A mini-market is available at the guest house.
The Real Mary King's Close is 1.8 miles from the guest house, while Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is 1.2 miles away. Edinburgh Airport is 4.3 miles from the property.
Hotel in Old Town Edinburgh, Edinburgh · 5.85 mi from centre
Breakfast available
With a stay at NYX Hotel Edinburgh by Leonardo Hotels in Edinburgh (Old Town Edinburgh), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Royal Mile and 12 minutes by foot from Edinburgh Castle. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Princes Street and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from University of Edinburgh.
Guesthouse in Bonnington, Edinburgh · 6.02 mi from centre
7.0
694 reviews
With a stay at Beaverbank Place - Campus Accommodation, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, within a 5-minute drive of Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. This guesthouse is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Princes Street and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from University of Edinburgh.
Hotel in Haymarket, Edinburgh · 4.52 mi from centre
7.2
237 reviews
With a stay at Yugo Explore - Arran House in Edinburgh (Haymarket), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Murrayfield Stadium and Princes Street. This hotel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Royal Mile.
Guest house in Edinburgh · 5.79 mi from centre
7.4
1,588 reviews
Located just 1 mile from Edinburgh’s shopping district of Princes Street, 29 Guest House is a self-service accommodations with a large private car park and free WiFi in public areas. Guests can also relax in the communal garden.
Each room comes with either an en-suite or shared bathroom and all have tea/coffee making facilities.
The guest house is located on a bus routes with services to Princes Street, Newhaven, Stockbridge, Straiton Retail Park etc passing every few minutes. The property is a 5-minute drive from the city center and Edinburgh Haymarket train station. A number of night buses run through the night.
Holyrood Park can be reached in a 15-minute walk and leads up to Arthur's Seat, offering panoramic views over the city.
Breakfast is not available.
Hotel in New Town, Edinburgh · 5.28 mi from centre
7.8
295 reviews
With a stay at Edinburgh Townhouse, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from George Street and 3 minutes by foot from Princes Street. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Grassmarket and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Edinburgh Castle.
Guest house in Stockbridge, Edinburgh · 5.15 mi from centre
8.5
1,516 reviews
Housed in a historic building, New Town Guest House (Adults Only) provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free Wifi in Edinburgh, 1.1 miles from Royal Mile. Built in 19th century, this 3-star guest house is within a 18-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle and 1.1 miles of EICC. Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is 1.3 miles from the guest house, and The Real Mary King's Close is 1.4 miles away.
At the guest house, every unit has a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. A fireplace is offered in every unit. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities.
Edinburgh Waverley Train Station is 1.4 miles from the guest house, while National Museum of Scotland is 1.5 miles away. Edinburgh Airport is 5.6 miles from the property.
Hotel in Holyrood, Edinburgh · 5.89 mi from centre
Breakfast available
With a stay at Premier Inn Edinburgh Cc Royal Mile in Edinburgh (Old Town Edinburgh), you'll be a 5-minute walk from Royal Mile and 14 minutes by foot from Edinburgh Castle. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Princes Street and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from University of Edinburgh.
Hotel in New Town, Edinburgh · 5.21 mi from centre
Breakfast available
With a stay at Premier Inn Edinburgh - Princes Street in Edinburgh (Edinburgh City Centre), you'll be steps from Princes Street and 14 minutes by foot from Edinburgh Castle. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from George Street and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Grassmarket.
Apartment in Old Town Edinburgh, Edinburgh · 5.47 mi from centre
6.9
193 reviews
Royal Mile Group Apartments in Edinburgh provides accommodations with free Wifi a few steps from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, a 6-minute walk from National Museum of Scotland, and half a mile from University of Edinburgh. The property is around a 13-minute walk from EICC, 0.9 miles from Edinburgh Playhouse, and 1.8 miles from Arthur's Seat. The property is a few steps from the city center and a 3-minute walk from The Real Mary King's Close.
Every room has a private bathroom, while certain rooms include a fully equipped kitchen with an oven.
Popular points of interest near the apartment include Edinburgh Waverley Train Station, Royal Mile, and Edinburgh Castle. Edinburgh Airport is 5.6 miles away.
Hotel in New Town, Edinburgh · 5.89 mi from centre
8.3
379 reviews
Fully refurbished in 2025, The Albany Hotel is located in the heart of Edinburgh, just a 10-minute walk from Princes Street. The hotel has free Wi-Fi and stylish rooms with attached bathroom.
The Albany Hotel mixes original character with modern comforts within a Georgian Town House setting.
St. James shopping center is 1312 feet away and Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station is 2625 feet from the hotel. The famous Edinburgh Castle can be reached in just 5 minutes by car.
Business travelers particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for work-related trip.
Hotel in New Town, Edinburgh · 6.31 mi from centre
9.4
316 reviews
Breakfast available
In the heart of Edinburgh, 24 Royal Terrace is within a 5-minute drive of Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Palace of Holyroodhouse. This boutique hotel is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Princes Street Gardens and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Greyfriars Kirk.
Hostel in Bonnington, Edinburgh · 5.67 mi from centre
7.7
648 reviews
New Town Rooms is located in Edinburgh, a 19-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station and 1.2 miles from National Museum of Scotland. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Edinburgh Playhouse is a 17-minute walk from the hostel and Edinburgh Castle is one mile away.
The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer.
Popular points of interest near the hostel include Royal Mile, Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and The Real Mary King's Close. Edinburgh Airport is 6.2 miles away.
Apartment in Leith, Edinburgh · 7.21 mi from centre
7.9
342 reviews
Modern Two Bedroom Apartments offers accommodations in Edinburgh, 1.4 miles from Royal Yacht Britannia and 2.9 miles from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station. The property is around 2.9 miles from Edinburgh Playhouse, 3.1 miles from Royal Mile, and 3.4 miles from National Museum of Scotland. The apartment offers quiet street views, a picnic area, and free Wifi is available throughout the property.
Each unit comes with a sofa, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a well-equipped kitchen with a dining area, and a private bathroom with a hair dryer. An oven, a microwave, and toaster are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the apartment complex, units are equipped with bed linen and towels.
Buffet and continental breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruit, and juice are available. There is an on-site coffee shop.
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is 3.6 miles from the apartment, while The Real Mary King's Close is 3.7 miles from the property. Edinburgh Airport is 8.1 miles away.