Leith Travel Guide

Edinburgh

A coastal cityscape with a river, historic buildings, and a large cruise ship docked at the port.
A calm river with boats, historic buildings, and a prominent tower.
A river with boats and historic buildings along the shore.
A large black and white ship named Dalmeny Leith in a harbor with industrial buildings and mountains in the background.
A waterfront cityscape with modern buildings and a rocky shoreline.

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Top hotels in Leith

3 Johns Place Townhouse

3 Johns Place Townhouse

4 out of 5
3 John's Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £106 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£106
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and Netflix. Popular attractions Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (364 reviews)
"Beautifully renovated apartment room. Bed was comfortable, bathroom modern and overall a great experience. Very close for walking to many different restaurants, retailers and the water front."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

3 Johns Place Townhouse
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

3 out of 5
Britannia Way Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £149 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£149
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Very close to Ocean Terminal station, where you can catch a tram or a bus. The free breakfast every morning is very good and helped us save some money! Highly recommend staying in Leith and going into the downtown core from there, much easier to navigate and much cheaper!"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG
Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel

2 out of 5
10-18 Windsor Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £113 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£113
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Cairn Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £95 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£95
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,554 reviews)
"Properly is good and accessible We will book again next time and we will recommend it to our friends"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £249 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£249
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,896 reviews)
"If you need parking…it’s very limited. The location of this hotel is great to explore Old Town by foot. Sits right by many pubs/restaurants which can be touristy, but again…great location!"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5 out of 5
1 India Buildings Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £378 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£378
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,470 reviews)
"Wonderful stay, nice rooms, great dinner!"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
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Where to stay in Leith

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Old Town Edinburgh

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

New Town

Travellers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Assembly Rooms and George Street.

Tollcross

Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.

West End

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.



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