Southside Travel Guide

Edinburgh

A stone pathway leading through a hilly landscape with a sunset in the background.
A building with a large arched window and a rainbow in the sky.
A historic stone building with a conical roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved pathway.
A historic stone building with multiple towers and turrets.
A historic stone building with a clock tower and arched entrance.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Southside

The Scott

The Scott

4 out of 5
18 Holyrood Park Rd Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £206 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£206
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (735 reviews)
"Loved it. Beautiful!!"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

The Scott
The Scholar

The Scholar

4 out of 5
18 Holyrood Park Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £164 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£164
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Consistently good stay when visiting daughters at Uni. Hotels seems to have done a make over in parts and is in need of basic maintenance in other parts. Lobby, bar, restaurant all new and nicely designed. Rooms a bit tired with failing window catches, bathroom handle, shower caulk, shower drainage ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

The Scholar
Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

4 out of 5
10 Hill Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £129 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£129
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was amazing and everything was thought of at this hotel. They even had a scale to weigh your bag before you went to airport. Nice location too."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £189 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
£189
26 Oct - 27 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 ...
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £142 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£142
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,531 reviews)
"Very small rooms. No windows! Restaurant on site.good location."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

YOTEL Edinburgh
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

4 out of 5
53 Princes Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £196 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£196
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (785 reviews)
"Convenient and close to everything in the middle of Edinburgh."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
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Where to stay in Southside

Find the best Southside areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks and Royal Yacht Britannia are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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.



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