Edinburgh Self Catering Holidays

Are you planning a trip to Edinburgh, United Kingdom and trying to decide where to stay? With a plethora of options available, it can be overwhelming to choose the best accommodation for your needs. While hotel stays are very popular, there is another enticing option that you might want to consider: self-catering accommodations. In this blog post, we'll explore the benefits of choosing self-catering when traveling to Edinburgh.

One of the main reasons to choose self-catering when traveling to Edinburgh is the flexibility it offers. With self-catering accommodations, you have the freedom to come and go as you please, as well as the convenience of preparing your own meals. This is particularly appealing for travelers who prefer to have control over their dietary requirements or who simply enjoy the experience of cooking and dining in.

Additionally, self-catering accommodations in Edinburgh can provide a more authentic experience of the city. By staying in a self-catering apartment or house, you can immerse yourself in a local neighborhood, shop at nearby markets, and interact with residents, giving you a true sense of the city's culture and lifestyle. This can be especially rewarding for travelers who want to experience Edinburgh beyond the tourist attractions.

Finally, self-catering accommodations can also be a cost-effective option for travelers. With the ability to prepare your own meals, you can save on dining expenses and allocate your budget to other aspects of your trip. Additionally, self-catering often offers more space and amenities compared to traditional hotel rooms, making it a great option for families or groups traveling together. Overall, self-catering can be a comfortable, convenient, and budget-friendly choice for your stay in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh Accommodation lists:

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Fountain Court Apartments - Royal Garden The Chester Residence Hot-El-Apartments Edinburgh Waterfront Fountain Court Apartments - Grove Edinburgh Fountain Court Apartments - Harris Edinburgh Parkhead House Bed & Breakfast Edinburgh Fountain Court Apartments - Morrison Fountain Court Apartments - Grove Executive Beaverbank Place - Campus Residence Edinburgh Cloud 9 - Quartermile Apartments

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Fountain Court Apartments - Royal Garden

📍 2 York Buildings

The 4-star Fountain Court Apartments - Royal Garden enjoys a perfect location in the very heart of Edinburgh, less than a 9-minute walk from Edinburgh Old Town. There is also parking.

The aparthotel is located less than a 5-minute walk from Hanover Fine Arts, and within a minute's drive of Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. The nearby places of worship include the parish church "St Giles' Cathedral" (850 metres) and The Robertson Mausoleum Parish Church (1.2 km). In addition, you can find gardens close to this Edinburgh hotel. Fountain Court Apartments - Royal Garden is situated about a 16-minute walk from the combined National Museum of Scotland, while Edinburgh bus station lies about 5 minutes' walk away.

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The Chester Residence

📍 9 Rothesay Place

The Chester Residence Edinburgh, located in West End with gay bars in Davie Village, chic fashion stores on Robson Street, and diverse dining ranging from ramen shops to seafood grills, within 12 minutes' walk of Edinburgh International Conference Centre, offers cars for rent. 23 rooms and the lounge bar are available during the stay at this 5-star aparthotel based in the heart of Edinburgh.

The accommodation is placed about 15 km from Edinburgh airport and 10 minutes by car from such cultural venues as the combined National Museum of Scotland. The Chester Residence is also a stroll from Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One in Edinburgh. Explore the historical sights of Edinburgh starting with the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" set about 1.9 km away. The Chester Residence stands at a 250-metre distance from Water of Leith Walkway, a 5-minute stroll from Rothesay Place bus stop.

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Hot-El-Apartments Edinburgh Waterfront

📍 9 Western Harbour Breakwater

Set at a distance of 850 metres from Newhaven, the 4-star Hot-El-Apartments Edinburgh Waterfront includes 30 rooms. Guests who stay at this Edinburgh aparthotel can park their car on site.

The luxury property in Leith with a whole host of independent shops, stylish bars and cutting-edge restaurants is 10 minutes by car from the official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse" and within 3.5 km of such shopping venues as the Sunday Stockbridge Food Market. Located within a 5-minute walk of Western Harbour Lighthouse, the modern Hot-El-Apartments Edinburgh Waterfront is approximately 2.2 km from Leith Theatre. The best historical sights to visit here include the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle", situated around 4.3 km from this romantic accommodation. The nearest bus stop is Western Harbour Park, it is 5 minutes' walk away.

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Fountain Court Apartments - Grove Edinburgh

📍 121 Grove Street

The 4-star Fountain Court Apartments - Grove Edinburgh is a great place to stay in Haymarket with a number of pubs, cafés and restaurants, approximately an 18-minute walk from the landscaped Princes Street Gardens. Also, you can use private parking on site.

This non-smoking aparthotel offers a quiet location in Edinburgh, within 7 minutes' walk of Edinburgh International Conference Centre, just a short drive from the traditional King's Theatre. Guests can visit places of worship such as The Robertson Mausoleum Parish Church, set within a 1.5-km distance of the Fountain Court Apartments - Grove Edinburgh. Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, 5 minutes by car from the property. Fountain Court Apartments - Grove is located 15 km from Edinburgh airport and really close to Grove Street bus stop.

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Fountain Court Apartments - Harris Edinburgh

📍 41-43 Grove Street

The 4-star Fountain Court Apartments - Harris Edinburgh is located in West End with gay bars in Davie Village, chic fashion stores on Robson Street, and diverse dining ranging from ramen shops to seafood grills, within 350 metres of Water of Leith. This luxury aparthotel offers private parking nearby.

Royal Mile is placed nearly an 18-minute walk away, and the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" is just a pleasant stroll from the family property. The designer Fountain Court Apartments - Harris is within 5 minutes' walk of Grove Street bus stop and nearly 5 minutes' walk from Edinburgh International Conference Centre. Grassmarket is situated within walking distance of this luxury accommodation. Fountain Court Apartments - Harris is located in Edinburgh, 15 km from Edinburgh airport.

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Hotels in Edinburgh

Best reviews Hotel ❤️ Fountain Court Apartments - Royal Garden
Hotel with a view 🔍 The Chester Residence
Hotel with balcony 🌤️ Hot-El-Apartments Edinburgh Waterfront

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Parkhead House Bed & Breakfast Edinburgh

📍 Abercorn Road

Located just 1.8 km from the 17th-century mansion "Hopetoun House", the charming 4-star Parkhead House Bed & Breakfast Edinburgh offers Wi Fi in public areas and parking. Staying at the luxury bed & breakfast, guests can discover the popular area, well-known for cultural highlights like the 17th - century residence - turned - House Of The Binns Museum, which stands 10 minutes' drive away.

This Edinburgh property provides history lovers with proximity to the 16th-century tower house "Midhope Castle" (2.1 km) and Dundas Castle (3.6 km). The hotel is situated about a 10-minute drive from Blackness Castle.

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Fountain Court Apartments - Morrison

📍 228 Morrison Street

Set 10 minutes by car from the official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse", the 3-star Fountain Court Apartments - Morrison Edinburgh features Wi-Fi throughout the property as well as private parking nearby. Centrally located near a train station, this Edinburgh aparthotel is at a moderate distance from a historical landmark called the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle".

The low-budget accommodation has a quiet location around an 18-minute walk from The Writers' Museum, while shopping venues like Grassmarket are around 1.1 km away. Guests can visit Scottish Widows Bank Plc, which is around 6 minutes' walk away, and the landscaped Princes Street Gardens which is a few minutes' drive from the Fountain Court Apartments - Morrison Edinburgh. Entertainment in the area includes Edinburgh Gin Distillery at a distance of 800 metres from this Edinburgh property. Fountain Court Apartments - Morrison is located in the very heart of Edinburgh, 15 km from Edinburgh airport.

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Fountain Court Apartments - Grove Executive

📍 121 Grove Street

Set only 1.5 km from Edinburgh Castle, the 4-star Fountain Court Apartments - Grove Executive Edinburgh includes 24 rooms. This family aparthotel offers private car parking on site.

The property enjoys a perfect position in West End with gay bars in Davie Village, chic fashion stores on Robson Street, and diverse dining ranging from ramen shops to seafood grills, within close distance of Edinburgh International Conference Centre. From the Fountain Court Apartments - Grove Executive Edinburgh it will take nearly 15 minutes to walk to George Street. The area also includes natural sights like Princes Street Gardens within 1.5 km of the accommodation. Fountain Court Apartments - Grove Executive is located 15 km from Edinburgh airport and at the doorstep of Grove Street bus stop.

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Beaverbank Place - Campus Residence Edinburgh

📍 17 Beaverbank Place

Set just 1.4 km from the art museum "Scottish National Gallery", the 2-star Beaverbank Place - Campus Residence Edinburgh is located 250 metres from Bellevue Gallery.

The centre of Edinburgh can be reached within 20 minutes' walk of the budget hotel, and such cultural venues as the 1st-floor Edinburgh Printmakers Workshop & Gallery are merely 500 metres away. The property offers proximity to such natural sights as Princes Street Gardens (1.7 km) and Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (1.6 km). The nearby notable religious buildings include the parish church "St Giles' Cathedral", quite close to this Edinburgh hotel. Edinburgh bus station can be found within 0.9 km of the accommodation, while Arthur's Seat hike is set 10 minutes' drive away. The nearest airport is Dundee, located 100 km from Beaverbank Place - Campus Residence.

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Cloud 9 - Quartermile Apartments

📍 Simpson Loan ;

Cloud 9 - Quartermile Apartments Edinburgh includes 10 rooms and is a mere 0.9 km from National Museum of Scotland.

Located extremely close to Summerhall, this 4-star hotel also provides easy access to The Meadows. Calton Hill is 10 minutes by car from the property, while Edinburgh airport is 15 km from it. The hotel is at a medium distance from Royal Mile and other main attractions of Edinburgh. There is Sylvan Place bus stop close to the accommodation, it's about a 10-minute walk away.

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Royal Mile Apartments

📍 227/1 High Street

Featuring Wi Fi in public areas, Royal Mile Apartments Edinburgh sits 1 km from the official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse".

The 4-star hotel in the Old Town district is a 10-minute ride from Arthur's Seat hike and a 5-minute drive from such shopping venues as the Sunday Stockbridge Food Market. History lovers will enjoy visiting the volcanic Castle Rock (0.8 km) and Edinburgh Castle (0.9 km). The hotel lies nearly 7 minutes on foot from Scott Monument and near Edinburgh Old Town. The property is located 100 km from Dundee airport and within 200 metres of South Bridge bus stop.

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