Edinburgh Castle
overlooks the West end of the Royal Mile.
Edinburgh is a busy, metropolitan city with a variety of tourist attractions. Enjoy the city's history and visit the World Heritage recommended Medieval old town, or take in the majesty of Edinburgh Castle and the elegant Royal Yacht Brittania. Edinburgh is a bustling hub of shops, restaurants, nightlife, museums and art galleries. A number of hotels are on and around the Royal Mile, which is one of the main streets in the city center known for its boutiques, cafes, bars and restaurants.
Radisson Blu Hotel
The Radisson Blu Hotel is the only accommodation located on the Royal Mile. Occupying a building with a beautiful 16th century exterior, the hotel keeps with the history of its surroundings. Guest rooms at this four-star venue afford visitors a stunning view of Edinburgh Castle, while triple-glazed windows ensure a quiet and restful visit. Travelers at the hotel are just a two-minute walk from the tourist shops along the Mile and the fashionable shopping area on Princes Street; a ten-minute walk from the Edinburgh Castle and the Scottish Parliament buildings; and a half mile from family fun at the Edinburgh Zoo. Edinburgh's main railway station, Edinburgh Waverley, is just a short walk from the hotel, while the city's airport is a 25-minute drive away. An air link bus service operates between Edinburgh Waverley and the airport, with additional charges applied. There are two restaurants--serving Scottish cuisine--and a bar in the hotel, while the nearby Monteiths and Iggs restaurants serve traditional Scottish fare.
The Scotsman Hotel
The Scotsman Hotel is on North Bridge, a road bridge and street located adjacent to the Royal Mile. This AA five-star hotel is based in the majestic Scotsman Newspaper building, which was once at the heart of the city's newspaper journalism industry. A free, state-of-the-art gym now resides in the massive area where the paper's printing press used to be housed. There is also a full spa and health club on site, featuring a stainless steel indoor swimming pool and a tropicarium. The North Bridge Brasserie and bar, serving an authentic Scottish menu, is also on offer. Guests are well-placed to access the city's main railway station, Waverley, which is a two-minute walk from the hotel, while the airport is a 25-minute drive. Visitors to the area can indulge in the city's entertainment district, with the Bedlam, Playhouse and Festival theaters within a half mile.
Carlton Hotel
Situated on North Bridge, the Carlton Hotel is a two-minute walk from the Royal Mile. Travelers at the Carlton Hotel are just two minutes on foot from Edinburgh Waverley railway station and seven miles from the city's airport. A full beauty, health and fitness spa is available on site, with access to an indoor swimming pool; additional charges are applied for spa and beauty treatments. Twenty-four-hour room service and a brasserie-style restaurant and lounge bar make up the dining options at the Carlton; while Chang Thai, Viva Mexico, La Garrigue and Bella Italia are the nearest eateries outside the hotel. The hotel has a range of special offers, including discounted rates during the fall, spa packages and reduced fees at local golf courses. Guests who love to shop should visit Princes Street and the Princes Mall, with a collection of unique boutiques and larger well-known shops including a Disney Store, the Body Shop and an authentic Scottish whisky store.
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