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.

Stay near popular Southside attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Southside

The Scott

The Scott

4 out of 5
18 Holyrood Park Rd Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £194 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
£194
per night
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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! (741 reviews)
"The property is great and the location outside the crowded touristic area make it perfect for us"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

The Scott
The Scholar

The Scholar

4 out of 5
18 Holyrood Park Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £154 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£154
per night
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,002 reviews)
"The Scholar is located on the campus of the University of Edinburgh. It was in a cute building with pretty landscaping to walk through. The bus is a five minute walk from the door and takes you anywhere you need to go in town for a few dollars. The hotel was very clean, the bed was comfortable and ..."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 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 £161 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
£161
per night
4 Nov - 5 Nov
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! (1,002 reviews)
"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

Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive
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
per night
5 Nov - 6 Nov
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,594 reviews)
"It was not much of a hassle to get into the old town where all the action is as as well as the Airport. Otherwise a pretty normal hotel. Best part, it was half the price as downtown or old city places."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £179 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
£179
per night
5 Nov - 6 Nov
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, Select by Hilton

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £126 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
£126
per night
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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.



Southside Travel Guide

Choose two or more items and save on your trip: