Like many of Edinburgh’s neighborhoods, Colinton can trace its history as far back as the medieval times, initially as the site of a church built by one of King Malcolm III’s sons, Ethelred. The Colinton Parish Church has been rebuilt several times since then, but remains one of the area’s fond landmarks, along with sites such as Spylaw House and Colinton Castle. As the industry of old Colinton revolved around the production of paper, textiles, and tobacco snuff, so you’ll find some local shops for these products even today. Though most activities in Edinburgh revolve around the busier districts, you can find plenty of rest and relaxation in this quiet part of the city instead.
To help you look for a good place to stay, check out this list of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Colinton, UK.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Charming stonework apartment near the river (from USD 165)
Originally part of a mill, this building has since been transformed into an apartment building. The rental itself is on the upper ground floor, and features bedrooms with super king-size beds as well as extra beds for additional guests. The apartment overlooks the nearby Water of Leith river. Free parking is available in front of the property, and apart from the TV, you also have free Wi-Fi for entertainment.
Top guest reviews
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the amenities were perfect and the bathroom was very nicewe had a great stay a ginny's apartmentginny’s flat was perfect for us very comfortable well equipped and convenientCleanliness:
your apartment was quiet spotlessly clean and very comfortablei thoroughly recommend this beautifully appointed & spotless apartment with scottish character decorthe apartment is spacious clean and very well appointedthe house is absolutely gorgeous - spotlessly clean beautifully decorated and in a lovely quiet parkland settingthe beds were very comfortable and the home was extremely clean — a must for meHost:
excellent hosts and we will definitely be backcommunication with ginny/janis was all very helpful and easyRead more reviewsLocation:
it’s located in a beautiful village close to edinburgh centralthe location is perfectexcellent location very comfortable and peaceful surroundingsgreat location for a quiet village stay but so close to the wonderful city of edinburghlovely location and stunning flat within period property
2. Lovely riverside apartment (from USD 183)
The apartment is part of a converted mill, so you’ll likely be sharing the building with tenants and fellow visitors. The rental unit itself is a beautiful home, furnished with modern aesthetics with a slight country touch. The master bedroom features a king-size bed, while another bedroom is equipped with a bunk bed. The modern kitchen has both cookware and dishware for preparing family-sized meals.
Heating is centralized, so you can keep warm inside even during the cold Scotland winters.
Top guest reviews
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the wifi also worked greathouse is immaculate homely with everything we needed for a comfortable staycomfortable beds powerful shower and equipped with everything you needCleanliness:
quite spacious clean and well appointedher kitchen is so clean and organizedvery comfortable apartment clean and very well furnishedit’s very clean with a lot of spacekim’s place is very clean and comfortable and has everything you could needHost:
the host thought of everything we would need and provided graciouslyshe is great host and i would 100% recommend a stay hereRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was greatreally great stay in such a unique locationbeautiful home right next to large parkbrilliant location for edinburgh and a wonderful spot in its own rightgreat location next to the river and spylaw park
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3. Bright home surrounded by lush greenery (from USD 285)
This house feels a lot like a woodland retreat with all the peace and scenery you’ll find in Colinton. Enjoy the view of the garden from almost anywhere around the house, be it from the balcony, patio, or even the bathroom tub.
Bask in the sunshine and warmth flooding in from the floor-to-ceiling glass panels. You can slide over the curtains for some privacy, or if you prefer a dimmer atmosphere. The bedrooms are equipped with fluffy double beds and plenty of pillows, but if you need more place to sleep, the office has a convertible sofa bed.
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it was all so great from communication to cleanliness of the houseclean comfortable and relaxing place to stay we had a great time100% reccomended had a brilliant stay the place was clean well equipped & super comfortablesarah’s place is really beautiful i had a very nice experience everything was clean and properthe house is clean tidy and organized down to the smallest detailsHost:
dayna and sarah are excellent and accommodating hostsamazing house great location sarah is friendly and helpful and always responded to questions quicklyRead more reviewsLocation:
great house in a great locationgreat stay in a great locationlocation wise it was fantasticexcellent location with a few shops nearby plus an easy bus ride into the citythe location was amazing as it was close to many attractions would definitely stay there again
4. Guest suite with private entrance (from USD 81)
For couples on a budget, this private and intimate space not only has plenty of legroom but also offers a beautiful view of the garden. The bedroom is large enough to fit a king-size bed, along with furniture such as a dresser and a work desk. Although the property is part of a family home, you have your own facilities to use, including a bathroom with a walk-in shower, a dining area, and a kitchen.
A private entrance ensures complete privacy while you stay at this suite.
Top guest reviews
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quiet comfortable with all the amenities that you would expectreally nice touch is the breakfast that is included in the pricea friendly welcome and tasty breakfastvery comfortable accommodation with a lovely bathroomCleanliness:
apartment was very modern and clean with everything you needclean and welcoming space plenty of room provisions left on arrival were very welcome and came in handythe room was bright and clean and the bed very comfortable bed and a very nice showersuperb accomodation comfy and cleanHost:
extremely nice and helpful hostelizabeth is great host who made us feel more than welcomeelizabeth was a great hostshe is so kind in the extra special touches she provideselizabeth is also an excellent hostRead more reviewsLocation:
colinton village is very close & quaint with bus transport to edinburgh very close and easytransportation into town was easy via the 44 busthe location is quiet and peaceful within a short walk of colinton village shops and eateriesthe den is in a great location in a quiet road with easy access to edinburgh by buseven though it is located further from edingburgh city centre there is good bus connection
5. Delightful couple's getaway near the river (from USD 74)
Perfect for a traveling pair, this bedroom rental is situated close to Colinton Parish Church and the Water of Leith river. The room itself has a remarkable feminine touch, making this a good choice for besties or mother-daughter duos visiting Edinburgh. You won’t have a kitchenette for preparing food, but there are shops and restaurants in the village.
The host herself can also arrange home-visit therapies and massages if you feel the need to unwind and rejuvenate.
Top guest reviews
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) lovely tea and coffee making facilitiesalso had good breakfast- pastry fruit yogurt and cerealthe room itself was comfortable and had a good energy spacious and cosywe enjoyed a pleasant quiet stay in anne-marie's twin roomCleanliness:
super clean and charming roomclean flexible and authenticthe place is cleananne-marie’s place is clean comfortable and peacefulthe room was nice and cleanHost:
the host is very kindlovely room and very friendly hostlovely setting and very freindly hostlovely accomodation and hosts really enjoyed my stay hereanne-marie is a lovely host and very thoughtfulRead more reviewsLocation:
easy walk to colinton and bus links to the citygreat location and so quiet and relaxingbreakfast so yummy close to town in beautiful village highly recommendvery beautiful place in a quiet location by the riverbeautiful place to stay in great location
6. Large private room with pretty garden
This rental room has a cozy double bed with a duvet and linens provided. The bedding also includes anti-allergy pillows, which should provide extra comfort if you have asthma or reactions to dust. There’s also a cute teddy bear to keep you company, treasured by the host. Come morning, you can enjoy a complimentary breakfast prepared for you. If you’d like, you can have the host also prepare dinner at an extra charge.
If you want some air, simply step into the private garden.
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.53 km (1.0 mi) from Bonaly Country ParkAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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the room is comfortable and fitted out with amenities such as coffee and snacksthe room and bathroom had everything we needed and some lovely touches like fresh flowers in the bathroomlots of thoughtful extras such as a charger umbrellas fully equipped hospitality traythe room was very neat with private bathroomthe highlight is definitely the breakfastCleanliness:
very clean and homeybeautiful accommodation clean and welcominga great welcome a clean and comfortable room and bathroomthe bedroom and the bathroom were very cleanthe guest room was clean and welcoming and the bed was very comfortableHost:
lovely home and welcoming hostsniall & paul were wonderful hosts & made us feel at homethe hosts and the two dogs are lovelyvery friendly and accommodating hoststhey were very thoughtful hosts and breakfast was amazingRead more reviewsLocation:
plus a perfect central but not too busy locationvery welcoming and a great central location for colintontheir place is in a very good location only 15 mins away from town on buslocation good with restaurants & bars nearbysuper close to town centre (£10/15min uber or 30-40 min bus)
Colinton is your sanctuary while in Edinburgh
Due to its size, Edinburgh has so many places to visit that you’ll find yourself in need of a good place to rest before heading off to the next adventure. The quiet village of Colinton is a great place for that, while also being part of Edinburgh’s metropolitan area. To help you choose, here are the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Colinton, UK.
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