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Choose Where to Stay: United Kingdom City Guides
The short answer
Choose London for South Bank, Paddington and Shoreditch comparisons, or Edinburgh for Old Town, New Town and Haymarket.
Last updated October 2026
What's covered3
Choose your London base
The London area guide compares South Bank around County Hall with Paddington and Shoreditch. Start with the places you will use each day. A river-led visit asks for a different base from repeated railway trips or evenings in east London.
The hotel cards give the full brand and street. That matters at County Hall, where more than one hotel uses the building name. Room format matters too. A shared king bed and a family room solve different needs.
Choose your Edinburgh setting
The Edinburgh area guide compares Hunter Square in Old Town with George Street in New Town and Morrison Link near Haymarket. Choose the setting first, then compare the room that is on sale.
A separate living area belongs to a specific suite. A sofa bed needs a guest-limit check. Use the actual category rather than the largest room's photo to set expectations.
Plan from the right arrival point
London has more than one airport. Use the one on your ticket when checking the full hotel journey. In Edinburgh, Waverley and Haymarket are distinct railway stations. A broad central label does not choose the right stop or exit.
Each guide links to official transport and hotel sources. Check your travel date and the final approach before payment. For another stop, open the city and country finder. To flag an error, send the page and source.