Southside Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Visit Southside
Stay near popular Southside attractions
Things to do
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Edinburgh Royal Mile and Old Town Small Group Walking Tour
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Top hotels in Southside
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The Scott
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
"On the whole we had a good stay. Whilst my husband managed to take the kids to the hotel pool and they enjoyed it, when I took my daughter down for a swim the morning of our departure, we found the pool was closed for last minute maintenance which was really disappointing. We were excited about using ..."
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"The room was very hot, even though it was not too warm outside. I had to get the pool card 3 times before one worked. There were two missing pictures in my room with just nails sticking out. On the plus side the breakfast was good and the staff was very friendly and helpful. The location was ..."
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026
Point A Edinburgh Haymarket
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
"Staff was awesome got there 5 minutes before the driving range closed. Staff waited and allowed me to hit some golf balls and putting the 18th green. Property is well maintained and clean."
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Southside
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.
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.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks 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.
