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Short Breaks in Edinburgh

Experience the city of Edinburgh like never before with a short break from Red Letter Days. Whether visiting for a weekend or longer, there is so much to see and do in Edinburgh that the only limits are time itself.

Explore the winding streets and experience the bustling, vibrant centre first-hand. The magnificent Edinburgh Castle stands proudly above the city. Below, sit rows of artisan bakeries, coffee shops and restaurants, gifting visitors with an unforgettable taste of Scotland. Local markets, theatres and unique cocktail bars can also be found here – a must-do on a short break to Edinburgh. Booking a city break in Edinburgh is also a great way to experience the world-famous Fringe Festival or get immersed in the Hogmanay festivities. Further afield, Edinburgh is the ideal location for getting out into the countryside, with delightful country walks and lakes just a stone's-throw away. A short break to Edinburgh is an opportunity to experience a truly unique city, offering fascinating attractions and historical charm around every corner.

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Trevor · 11-02-2026

Relaxing break

Great hotel and food, friendly staff. Hotel right on the water front with lovely views of Menai bridge.
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Ells · 17-02-2026

Lovely well organised as stay

Lovely stay and all staff were helpful and lovely even on the phone Thankyou ve RT much
Luxury One Night Escape Gift Box
Mozza · 28-01-2026

Excellent way to spend a few hours

Really enjoyable experience. Learnt lots about coffee from a clearly knowledgeable and passionate team. The coffees were delicious and the take home bag was hard to choose.
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Wend · 10-02-2026

Excellent

We were given this as a gift. Booking was really easy, we had no issues. And spent the night at the Best Western in Weymouth, fantastic hotel had a lovely stay over, would recommend
One Night Relaxing Getaway Gift Box
Jim · 23-01-2024

Great hotel

We went to the Indigo Hotel and it was great. Lovely room, great facilities, good service. We ould go again.
One Night Stay at a Hotel Indigo for Two
Mick · 28-06-2025

Christmas gift

We had a very good three night stay at the Indigo Hotel, Liverpool.Nice hotel and excellent service. I would recommend.
Two Night Stay at a Hotel Indigo for Two
Chris · 02-10-2024

fantastic Edinburgh Break.

Given this short break in Edinburgh as a gift. Fantastic City to vist, just park and ride and a host of atractions both free and paid for are at your finger tips. We booked our hotel near a park and ride and travel for the whole day on bus and tram was a fiver each. what are you waiting for! Edinburgh is worth it.
Two Night Break in Edinburgh for Two
Lm · 12-01-2026

Great date night

We stayed here recently for a date night. Lovely hotel. Very comfortable
One Night Stay at a Crowne Plaza Hotel for Two
Jason · 21-08-2025

Great gift

Amazing place to visit and stay 5 nights was perfect to explore and take in some amazing experiences
Five Night Escape in Edinburgh for Two
Jonny · 16-02-2026

Excellent retirement present for a cricket lover

Everyone was welcoming, everything was efficient, sun was shining (that helped!), food was good, tour guides were knowledgeable, cricket was entertaining. Basically hard to fault.
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