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If you're looking to take in some fantastic views during your Edinburgh hotels break, there are some great spots in the city where you can enjoy panoramic vistas of the Scottish capital. First of all, you'll need to find some suitable accommodation for your break in the city. If you'd like to be centrally located within easy reach of some top dining and shopping facilities, look no further than the Express by Holiday Inn waterfront hotel. Positioned near to the historical harbour of Leith, the hotel is a stone's throw away from essential amenities and also offers some great views over the water. If you book a room here you'll find your living quarters to be bright and modern, boasting all kinds of facilities from Sky television and blackout curtains to a power shower and alarm clock. There's also a large breakfast room, TV lounge and Wi-Fi access available. Once you've settled in, you might be raring to get outside and explore. There are a few great spots to visit in Edinburgh for picture perfect views over the city. Among these is Calton Hill, which can reach by climbing the steps from Waterloo Place. You'll be lost for words when you reach the top and take in the panoramic views below. Additionally, there are a number of landmarks on the hill, so why not delve into Edinburgh's past and take a look at the National Monument, Nelson's Monument and a statue commemorating the famous poet Robert Burns? For some more astounding views, head to the New Town, where you might like to indulge in a little shopping. Afterwards, make your way to the crossroads of George Street and Hanover Street - at this point you can take in some beautiful vistas of the Firth of Forth and even Fife in the distance. Meanwhile, for the next great city view, you might want to wear your hiking boots. Journey to Arthur's Seat, which is close to Holyrood Park and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, perfect if you feel like sightseeing afterwards. Arthur's Seat is in fact an extinct volcano and requires a climb of 250 metres to reach the peak. You're sure to find the trek well worth the exertion, however, as you gaze down on the city. And if you wander down the one-way road here you can take in different aspects of the view. And there are many more picturesque spots from which to enjoy the sight of the city below that you're sure to discover as you explore further. Why not take advantage of some of the Edinburgh hotels available for breaks in the city this year? There is all kinds of accommodation on offer, whether you plan to stay at trendy boutiques, cosy B&Bs or luxury hotels, including the Express by Holiday Inn waterfront hotel.
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