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Arbors at Island Landing Hotel & Suites

With its budget rates, nicely landscaped grounds, and convenient location across from The Island and next to a river, Arbors at Island Landing Hotel & Suites is a solid choice for family travelers. Kids especially love s’mores and bonfires by the river on Friday nights (when weather permits). The property has a heated swimming pool, free pancake breakfast at a restaurant across the street, and daily snacks and lemonade in the lobby. The 94 guest rooms are clean but vary in terms of how recently they’ve been updated. Each is equipped with a flat-screen TV, microwave, and mini-fridge. Shular Inn Hotel is a good alternative for rooms that are more contemporary, an on-site breakfast, and a sauna. 

Holiday Inn Express – Edinburgh City Centre

The 161-room Holiday Inn Express – Edinburgh City Centre is a simple lower-middle-range hotel with a convenient location near theaters, shopping along Princes Street, and public transport. Rooms are chain-like and a bit dated, but clean, and come with comfortable beds, free Wi-Fi, electric kettles, and flat-screen TVs with a few international channels. A solid breakfast buffet is served daily free of charge, and the lobby lounge has drink and nibbles menus. However, with no full restaurant or fitness center, the property is barebones even by the chain’s standards. Still, guests wanting to keep up with their workout routine can request a voucher for discounted rates at a nearby local gym. Travelers seeking something a little bit more stylish may want to compare rates at the Ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile, which is also closer to most major attractions.