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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Things to do


Top hotels in Leith

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 £85 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£85
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Breakfast was the same every day! Not much of a variety. The room was clean but not spacious for a family of 4 with pull out bed from couch. Were given a portable heater because the heat did not work in the room. However, hotel was Located right near the Tram stop so it was a short walk and convenient ..."

Reviewed on 26 Oct 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 £82 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
£82
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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 ...
Cairn Hotel
3 Johns Place Townhouse

3 Johns Place Townhouse

4 out of 5
3 John's Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £105 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
£105
26 Nov - 27 Nov
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 ...
3 Johns Place Townhouse
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £86 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
£86
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £107 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£107
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £159 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
£159
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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! (2,993 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
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Where to stay in Leith

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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.

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.

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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