Name: Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Price range: £375

Stay near popular Southside attractions

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University of Edinburgh

8.8/10 (2,964 reviews)

The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.

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Things to do

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

£39

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

£18

per adult

94% of travellers recommend

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

£23

per adult

94% of travellers recommend

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

£55

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

£52

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour

£19

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

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Top hotels in Southside

The Scott

18 Holyrood Park Rd Edinburgh Scotland

£239

18 Oct - 19 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. ...

Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

10 Hill Place Edinburgh Scotland

£161

4 Oct - 5 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 ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)

"Rooms were very spacious.. short walk to the royal mile. The area was more like a college vibe, but the hotel was very quiet."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

YOTEL Edinburgh

Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland

£176

18 Oct - 19 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 ...

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland

£219

18 Oct - 19 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 ...

9/10 Wonderful! (2,919 reviews)

"Excellent property! Clean, great location, wonderful and friendly staff. Property provided birthday packages that helped my mom feel extra special when we arrived to the room decorated and a handwritten note from the staff. Great touch! Does not have air conditioning (that the US is used to), only ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

53 Princes Street Edinburgh Scotland

£200

4 Oct - 5 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. ...

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

1 India Buildings Edinburgh Scotland

£375

18 Oct - 19 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this luxury hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...

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Where to stay in Southside

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

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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.

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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.

A Gothic-style clock tower with a statue at its base, illuminated by warm lights.

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.

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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.

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