Outdoor Spaces

Albany places you close to some of Edinburgh’s best open spaces, with hilltop views, riverside walks and peaceful gardens all within easy reach. Ideal for fresh air between plans or a slower afternoon in the city, these nearby outdoor spaces offer a quieter way to enjoy Edinburgh.

— Calton Hill

— Water of Leith

— Botanic Gardens

360°

View of Edinburgh

3

Iconic Parks & Gardens

12

Miles of Waterside Walks

5

Minute Walk

Walks & Gardens

  • A neatly made bed with white pillows and bedsheets, framed by a dark wood headboard, and a pink striped lamp on the side.

    Calton Hill

    10 Minute Walk

    One of Edinburgh’s most recognisable viewpoints which includes open paths, historic monuments and wide views across the city. A favourite spot for a morning walk or an evening break, it offers a beautiful look over the rooftops and Arthur’s Seat.

  • View of a neatly made bed with white pillows and sheets, partially seen through a door frame, in a hotel room with a dark wooden headboard and a wall-mounted lamp.

    Botanic Gardens

    20 Minute Walk

    A peaceful green space with landscaped gardens, glasshouses and quiet paths made for gentle wandering. Ideal for slower afternoons, enjoying seasonal colour and time away from the busier parts of the city, it offers a calm and beautiful way to see Edinburgh.

  • View of a neatly made bed with white pillows and sheets, looking through a partially opened door or perhaps a frame, with a dark wood headboard and a wall-mounted pink lampshade on the left.

    Water of Leith

    1 Hour 20 Minute Walk

    A peaceful riverside walk winding through some of Edinburgh’s most characterful neighbourhoods. A favourite for slower walks, leafy paths and quiet moments away from the busier streets, it offers a gentler way to see the city.

Hidden Edinburgh Awaits

Plan your stay in one of Edinburgh’s most characterful neighbourhoods. Set within a restored Georgian townhouse, Albany Hotel offers a calm and welcoming base in Edinburgh’s New Town, close to historic streets, galleries, gardens and local favourites. We look forward to welcoming you.

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