Southside Travel Guide
Edinburgh





Visit Southside
Stay near popular Southside attractions
Things to do

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Late-Night Underground Vaults Terror Tour

Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
Top hotels in Southside

The Scott
"A wonderful, old world boutique hotel. Room, bath, bed, accessories, comfort were excellent. Spacious, clean and beautiful views and grounds. It was a walk up, and at my age, this was an issue, but managed. I prepaid for breakfast which I don't recommend because the amount of food ( which was delicious ..."
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

The Scholar

Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive
"We enjoyed our stay at Ten Hill Place. It was very convenient for our time in Edinburgh. The staff was helpful and we appreciated that they helped us with an early check-in after an overnight flight."
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"Didn't love the order from your table and remember the number because when you're alone, your table is gone when you return."
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
"Broken items inside room, AC never worked, stains all over the carpets walking outside, just felt dirty"
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton
"Excellent!"
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Southside

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.

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.


























