Morningside Travel Guide
Edinburgh
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Popular places to visit
Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve
You can take time to visit Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve during your travels to Edinburgh. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle is a popular museum in Edinburgh with a rich history. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Royal Mile
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Royal Mile, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
Princes Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
University of Edinburgh
Explore the campus of University of Edinburgh during your visit to Edinburgh. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Top hotels in Morningside
Braid Hills Hotel
"Staff are all excellent here . Unfortunately my room on this occasion was not so good . I’ve stayed here before many times & it’s usually very good but I was disappointed this time"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
"The staff was particularly helpful and the room was clean and the breakfast delicious. We did not use any of the amenities and were disappointed that there were no pedicures on offer."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
"Really loved this hotel! They clean your room daily, there’s lots of things to do, and the bed is comfy. It’s kind of far from the city but transportation is pretty easy!"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
"Best breakfast ever!! Very accommodating staff! I’ll stay again!!"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
"Excelente ubicación"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
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Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Morningside
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 Princes Street or Royal Mile 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 George Street.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port 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.
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.
