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edinburgh
castles and houses
Edinburgh Castle
A majestic landmark which dominates the capital city's skyline just as it has dominated Scotland's long and colourful history. Edinburgh Castle is the best known and most visited of Historic Scotland's buildings. Perched on an extinct volcano and offering stunning views, and famous home to the Edinburgh Inrternational Festival and Military Tattoo - and Edinburgh’s hogmanay, this instantly recognisable fortress is a powerful national symbol, and part of Edinburgh's World Heritage Site.
A rich mix of architectural styles reflects the castle's complex history and role as both stronghold and seat of Kings. The tiny St Margaret's Chapel, Edinburgh's oldest building, dates from the 1100s. Crown Square, the principal courtyard, was developed in the 15th century, the Great Hall with its impressive hammerbeam roof was built by James IV in 1511. The Half Moon Battery was created in the late 16th century; and the Scottish National War memorial was added after the First World War.
Castle stewards provide guided tours and there is also an audio tour in six languages. As well as gift and book shops, the Crown Jewel shop offers exclusive, specially designed jewellery for sale. Visitors can take a break in the castle café. A courtesy vehicle for visitors with a disability (sponsored by the Bank of Scotland) is available from the esplanade.
Other superb buildings and house to visit include Holyrood Palace, Scottish Parliament buildings, and St Giles Cathedral.
Using the Historic Scotland Explorer pass allows you to make big savings on the cost of admission to over 70 of Scotland's top historic properties, including many in and around Edinburgh. Purchase online at the address below.
www.historic-scotland.gov.uk
Or a National Trust for Scotland Discovery Ticket, which can be purchased on line at www.nts.org.uk
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 Edinburgh Capital Hotel
 One of two sister Edinburgh hotels, the Best Western Edinburgh Capital Hotel is just off, and to the west of, the centre of Edinburgh close to the Airport but also a short ride from the city centre.
Edinburgh City Hotel
Cringletie House Hotel
 Cringletie House is a romantically splendid Victorian baronial mansion set in 28 acres of gardens and woodland in the beautiful rolling hills of the Scottish Borders.
Dukes Of Windsor Street
 Dukes of Windsor Street is a Stylish Boutique Hotel situated just 10 minutes walk from the city centre. Set in a quiet Georgian street, yet only a five minute walk away from a large selection of Edinburgh’s excellent restaurants, clubs, theatres, shops, cinemas, banks and businesses.
Edinburgh Cottages
 Hunter Holiday Cottages is in the "Heart of Midlothian", in beautiful countryside on a working farm, yet only 10 miles from the centre of Edinburgh, Scotland's capital city.
Fountain Court Apartments
 Edinburgh serviced apartments with superb city centre location within easy walking distance from Princes Street, Edinburgh Castle & EICC. The apartments are situated within a secure modern complex with entry-phone system & complimentary off street parking.
Inverleith Hotel
 This Victorian town house hotel overlooks the Royal Botanic Gardens next to Edinburgh's Georgian New Town. The Inverlieth Hotel is family run and offers guests all ensuite facilities, TV, telephone, also tea and coffee making facilities in all the rooms.
Kildonan Lodge Hotel
 Ideally situated close to city centre, the 4* Kildonan Lodge Hotel with its own private car park is an outstanding example of Victorian elegance providing the perfect setting for your visit to Scotland's capital.
Merith House Hotel
 The Merith House Hotel is situated approximately 1 mile from Princess Street. A mere 5-10 minutes from both the city centre and Leith Docks (where there are a host of cosy restaurants and wine bars to relax in) we make the perfect location for the tourist and the business traveller. Why not take the opportunity to visit the former Royal Yacht Britannia, who rests in the docks only five minutes away.
Prestonfield - Edinburgh
 Less than a year after reopening under the new ownership of Scotland's leading restaurateur and hotelier James Thomson, Prestonfield - Edinburgh's most indulgent retreat is now HOTEL OF THE YEAR 2005 and has been named as one of the BEST 101 HOTELS IN THE WORLD by style-bible Tatler.
Park View House Hotel
 Built in 1860, Park View House Hotel was once an elegant family home and is situated in the heart of Scotland's Capital. A mere 5-10 minutes from both the city centre and Leith Docks (where there are a host of cosy restaurants and wine bars to relax in) we make the perfect location for the tourist and the business traveller.
Quality Hotel Edinburgh Airport
 Voted Quality Hotel of the year, United Kingdom, The Quality Hotel Edinburgh Airport offers 95 well appointed bedrooms, all with on suite facilities, direct dial telephone, modem links, colour TV with satellite channels, and writing desk with ample space for working.
The Od Waverley Hotel
 The Old Waverley Hotel, is situated on the world famous Princes Street in the hart of Edinburgh.
Built in 1847 the hotel has gone through a number of changes over the years to become the landmark hotel
that it is today. With 66 bedrooms most of which have either a view of Princes Street Gardens and the Scott monument or Edinburgh Castle. Most of the room where refurnished early in 2003 and all room have recently had new beds.
The Witchery By The Castle
 Recently ranked the worlds fourth most romantic destination by the Independent & Brides Magazine, the uniquely indulgent and theatrical suites at The Witchery by the Castle are exceptionally decadent hide-aways that regularly feature among the great places in the world to stay.
The Edinburgh Residence
 The most distinguished collection of luxury townhouse suites in Edinburgh, The Edinburgh Residence offers a refreshing alternative to a star hotel, where you will enjoy an experience to remember.
Bonham
You would hardly believe when relaxing in this privately owned Edinburgh Victorian town house hotel, that you are situated in the heart of Edinburgh. Just minutes walk from the West End and famous sites, down a leafy peaceful street, lies The Bonham Hotel.
Channings
 Channings is located on a quiet cobbled street only 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Edinburgh, with easy access to the host of shops on Princes Street and the timeless grandeur of Edinburgh Castle.
Borough
 Borough’s informal yet luxurious style recently won this reassuringly individual boutique hotel acclaim as one of Condé Nast Traveller’s 32 Coolest New Hotels in the World. For those with discerning taste it’s the perfect place to indulge yourself – relaxed and welcoming yet highly fashionable and contemporary.
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