BALMORAL HOTEL
The Balmoral hotel is conveniently located around the corner from the train station. If it had not been raining I would have walked the two blocks; instead I paid �3 ($5) for a taxi. The hotel is elegant and comfortable, with 168 rooms and 20 suites. My room, 628, was was both stylish and contemporary; it had a work desk with a high speed internet connection for �15 ($26) per day. Normal room rates begin at �270 ($470). However, the Balmoral has unveiled a special Da Vinci Code package that includes overnight accommodations, a welcome gift, full Scottish breakfast (yum!), private trip to Rosslyn Chapel with a champagne picnic, and complimentary use of the Balmoral Spa. The price for the DVC package during the high season (May to October) is �455 ($792). The Balmoral Hotel, 1 Princes Street, Edinburgh; tel.: 131-556-2414 (outside UK 44-131-556-2414); e-mail: reservations@thebalmoralhotel.com.

RADISSON SAS HOTEL
For something a bit cheaper, try the nearby Radisson SAS Hotel. It�s also centrally located, and prices begin at �91 ($158). However, they don�t have a DVC package deal. Radisson SAS Hotel, Edinburgh, 80 High St., The Royal Mile, Edinburgh; tel.: 131-557-9797 (outside UK 44-131-557-9797). For more click HERE.