Arniston

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Gore Glen lade The lade provided the necessary drop for the production of hydro-electric power for the Arniston Estate. The engine-house has been abandoned, but the machinery remains in situ.
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Gore Glen lade The lade provided the necessary drop for the production of hydro-electric power for the Arniston Estate. The engine-house has been abandoned, but the machinery remains in situ.
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Gore Glen Woodland Park, nr Arniston, Midlothian
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Gore Glen Woodland Park The Gore Water shortly before its confluence with the South Esk.
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Waverley Line View northwards from a road bridge. The railway was closed in 1969 and is due to be reopened in the near future running from Edinburgh to Tweedbank near Melrose.
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is CA $141 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
CA $141
CA $169 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
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9/10 Wonderful! (2,469 reviews)
Great location in the middle of Edinburgh. The hotel was clean and modern with very comfortable beds. Staff were helpful and the hotel has a small pool, gym and sauna. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

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Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
The price is CA $130 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
CA $130
CA $156 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
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9/10 Wonderful! (2,407 reviews)
The room was great, clean and plenty of space however the TVs are completely locked down so you can't use your own streaming devices or laptops with them. Breakfast was ok, great the kids were included with every adult but 20 quid would be quite steep based on what was available. In all though, it's ...

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

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Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

4 out of 5
111 Glasgow Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is CA $91 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
CA $91
CA $109 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
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8.2/10 Very Good! (669 reviews)
Spoless room staff were realy nice and helpful

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

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Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,407 reviews)
The room was great, clean and plenty of space however the TVs are completely locked down so you can't use your own streaming devices or laptops with them. Breakfast was ok, great the kids were included with every adult but 20 quid would be quite steep based on what was available. In all though, it's ...

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
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PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

4 out of 5
121 Grove St Edinburgh Scotland
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Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

4 out of 5
26 King's Stables Road Edinburgh Scotland
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,132 reviews)
Great location.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
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