Leith Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Leith

Cairn Hotel
"The hotel’s location was excellent, just a short walk from the city center. We were able to walk to all the main attractions, which made our stay very convenient. The reception staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. I accidentally left my bag at the hotel, which contained our shoes and my new ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG
"All was good except the iron pored water all over the item being ironed apart from that no complaints."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
"No laundry facilities for guest use—only laundry service. Otherwise fabulous! The staff were so friendly and helpful. They allowed us to check in early in the morning, which was a lifesaver because we were wiped out from traveling. They helped us figure out how to use the train station when we were ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
"Good location for getting into Edinburgh and surrounding areas, golf course looks very well maintained. Bathrooms could do with some modernisation (shower screens would be better than curtains!!). Limited menu choices plus ordered same sandwich in 2 different bars and were completely different - ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"Apex was great. Right in the heart of Edinburgh and easily walkable to the sites. Bars are outside so a little loud late evening but not horrible. Would stay here again."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
"The rooms were not very clean. There is no coffee or tea service after 10 pm. Breakfast was very limited"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Leith

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 Royal Mile or Princes Street 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 Assembly Rooms.

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.

West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Princes Street to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.






















