Penicuik

Travel Guide

Lovely and unseasonably warm February day - about to tackle the hills in the distance!
Lovely and unseasonably warm February day - about to tackle the hills in the distance!
The old town of Penicuik was once a leading paper making town in Midlothian,near Edinburgh. High quality paper and bank notes were produced here. The Town hall is a notable landmark.
Scariest wind I've been in yet., found myself having to sit down to compose myself before going back down lol😱
Best place to blow away the cobwebs

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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is CA $140 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
CA $140
CA $168 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,470 reviews)
Echoes of a Premier Inn. Room door had damage at bottom. No thermostat in room. Luckily I was able to open the window all the way to let cooler air in. Probably will not stay there again.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
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
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,418 reviews)
basic, to have a coffee you have to pay for a coffee pod at the front desk. minimal dishes and No toaster > basic

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

4 out of 5
111 Glasgow Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is CA $97 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
CA $97
CA $116 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (672 reviews)
Friendly staff Good amenities

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
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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! (2,418 reviews)
basic, to have a coffee you have to pay for a coffee pod at the front desk. minimal dishes and No toaster > basic

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

4 out of 5
26 King's Stables Road Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,135 reviews)
The location was perfection. My husband and I were able to walk to so many sights and food places. The room was so clean and cozy. The body wash and shampoo were amazing! The check-in and breakfast personal were so great! I will definitely be coming back!

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

3 out of 5
74 - 77 Queen Street Edinburgh Scotland
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,233 reviews)
Great Staff, perfect location. Good for families. Very quiet.

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street
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