Southside Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Visit Southside
Stay near popular Southside attractions
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
£41
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
£19
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
£35
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
£68
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
£67
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Southside
Ten Hill Place
10 Hill Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £108 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
£108
28 Jun - 29 Jun
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)
"Location is good Rooms are a little bit small"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £109 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
£109
28 Jun - 29 Jun
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! (1,439 reviews)
"To be honest, there is nothing wrong with this hotel. The staff were friendly and helpful. The hotel is clean and well maintained. The reasons I gave it 3 stars is that it was not a 4 star quality. Had it been a 3 Star hotel, I would give it4 or 5. But the bathroom was a bit old fashioned with a ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club Kirknewton Scotland
The price is £139 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
£139
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Kirknewton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,728 reviews)
"Property is beautiful but needs some maintenance in areas, for instance bathroom floor had grout missing or coming up between the tiles. Sitting area couches are not comfortable. Check in Staff was very good. The Brasseria restaurant was average, food not as expected. Overall, average although would ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £149 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
£149
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,098 reviews)
"Located across the street from bus stop, walking distance to major transportation hub, bridge to Old Town, shopping, restaurants, museums, and more. I chose this hotel because it has air con & a king sized bed."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
1 a Parliament Square Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £119 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
£119
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,179 reviews)
"I’ve stayed at a few hostels in Edinburgh but this was the best one by far! The staff and guests were all friendly and welcoming. If you’re traveling alone or with at least one other person, I’d recommend staying here. It’s close to all of the touristy destinations and Waverley Station!"
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £205 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
£205
28 Jun - 29 Jun
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! (2,712 reviews)
"There was no AC, it was sweltering and yes, it is Scotland, but for a 4+ star hotel, I would expect AC. There were cracked tiles on the shower floor, rust and dirt on around the shower door and live wires exposed on the phone. The sweltering conditions without ac, made our stay unbearable, at almost ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
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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 Princes Street – 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 Princes Street or Royal Mile 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 Princes Street and George Street.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre 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.
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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.
