For those of you who have yet to experience Edinburgh in the festive period, it is something to behold. Take a look at our Edinburgh hotels page to find somewhere to stay during your visit. You can read more about what Edinburgh has to offer this Christmas here.

Whether you are going to Edinburgh or Glasgow for example, there are many boutique hotels on offer and there are so many things to do in these Scottish cities. By checking out Glasgow or Edinburgh classifieds you can also find hundreds of activities on offer in both of these cities.

The historical city of Edinburgh houses some stunning boutique hotels including the Missoni Hotel. This central hotel oozes style from every pore, from the kilt clad doormen to the enormous urns by the door. Every room is kitted out in the Missoni style, with brightly coloured walls and stunning furniture, all adding to the ambient atmosphere of your stay. The Edinburgh hotel promises a weekend of shopping, fine dining and above all an excellent night’s sleep. Tiger Lilly is on one of the most luxurious accommodation options in Edinburgh, and The George Street hotel is not just a great place to spend the night, it is houses a top notch restaurant and bar.

Le Monde hotel has a total of 18 individually designed rooms, which are all completed to the highest standard. Bathrooms in this hotel all feature rainfall showers and every room has its own personality. Every detail has been carefully thought out and designed to the highest standard.

Number Ten Edinburgh is the ultimate boutique hotel. By using only luxury bedding this hotel is guaranteed to provide a good night’s sleep. With furniture specially sourced from China this hotel screams opulence. The most luxurious room features a Jacuzzi suite, which would help create one of the most magical romantic weekends.

Malmaison, a former house of ill-repute, is a stunning example of how old buildings can be restored to create beautiful hotels. The careful renovation of the waterfront building in Leith was taken on by architects Jestico + Whiles. The stunning shore area has undergone a major revamp in recent years and now boasts several top class restaurants and bars.

Glasgow does not let the side down, with top notch boutique hotels on offer including the Marks hotel, a visit to the area can be combined with a trip to the theatre district of the city or even a bit of shopping. With shows running throughout the winter there is no better excuse to pamper yourself.

Saint Judes boutique hotel, who have won several awards for their stunning hotel, are ideally located for the main shopping area of the city. The inconspicuous hotel blends well into the surrounding area and the opulent inside in no way reflects the house like exterior.

Why not try one of these exclusive hotels for your weekend away? You will be overwhelmed by luxury.

For those of you who have never had the pleasure of attending, the Edinburgh festival (actually a group of festivals) brings together hundreds of performers and shows throughout the month of August. Many shows are free and the atmosphere across the city is truly awesome, in fact the population of Edinburgh can double during this time.

To find out more about the festival and find shows to attend, take a look a the official site here, and if you are looking for accommodation, simply jump to our Edinburgh accommodation page here.

If you are lucky enough to attend, enjoy !

The George is within walking distance of the majority of Edinburgh’s attractions including the famous Castle, Princes Street Gardens and Holyrood Palace. A little further away is Edinburgh Zoo and the port area of Leith, which is home to the Royal Yacht Britannia. All 249 of the hotels en suite bedrooms, many with views of Edinburgh Castle or the Firth of Forth, have been furnished to an upper four star standard to ensure comfort and satisfaction. The George Hotel offers facilities for conferences, banqueting and special events, with function rooms accommodating upto 300 people including the Kings Hall which can seat 300 delegates theatre style or laid out for dinner.

The George hotel is just one of several hundred accommodation options including hotels in Edinburgh which we have available to book on the Hotels In Scotland site.

The Roxburgh is just one of many Edinburgh hotels you will find on the Hotels In Scotland website. All available with customer ratings and fast online booking.

The Balmoral has been beautifully refurbished and individually designed by Olga Polizzi. The 188 opulent suites and stylish rooms have magnificent views of the city or the hotel’s internal courtyard. For a memorable culinary experience, visit number one – the only Michelin-starred hotel restaurant in Edinburgh – or try the chic and stylish Hadrian’s Brasserie. In addition, Palm Court hosts Scotland’s only Bollinger Champagne Bar. For utter relaxation visit The Balmoral’s award-winning Spa, with its 15metre pool, ESPA treatment rooms and fully-equipped gym. The Balmoral’s ten conference and banqueting suites all enjoy natural daylight and stunning views of Edinburgh Castle, Princes Street or the historic Old Town.

The Balmoral is included alongside hundreds more hotels in Edinburgh available on the site.?

You can read more about what the city has to offer in our new Edinburgh Guide, and of course you can browse and compare hundreds of Edinburgh hotels on our site too.

Since its retirement it has been permanently moored in the historical Port of Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland. There it is open to the public as an exhibition ship and tourist attraction. Apart from showcasing the typical features of a ship of her class, visitors can expect to get a look at the Queen’s Bedroom, the State Dining Room and the Royal Deck Tea Room, among other things. A Rolls-Royce Phantom V state car previously owned and used by the royal family is also onboard, on display in a for the purpose specially designed garage.

On our main website, you can browse and compare the prices of a huge range of Edinburgh Hotels to suit all budgets.

• The Hedges, next to historic Calton Hill Park, The Hedges offers guest house accommodation and free Wi-Fi. Waverley rail station and Princes Street are a brief walk away.
• The Osbourne Hotel, in the heart of Edinburgh city centre, this Georgian town house offers free Wi-Fi and good value accommodation. Princes Street is a 5-minute walk away.
• The Links House Hotel, Overlooking Leith Links, this Georgian house offers refurbished rooms with LCD TVs and tea and coffee facilities. A bus stop is located outside, providing quick access to Edinburgh city centre.

You can view Edinburgh hotels to suit all tastes and budgets on the main Hotels in Scotland website.

On the flip-side, if disruption to our air travel returns for prolonged periods it could seriously affect Scotland’s tourism this summer. Many of our visitors come from overseas but perhaps in their potential absence, more UK residents will decide to holiday in Bonnie Scotland in 2010..