New Town Travel Guide
Edinburgh





Visit New Town
Stay near popular New Town attractions
Top hotels in New Town

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
"Our hotel room was comfortable, very clean and spaciously well appointed. The staff at reception was courteous and anxious to help as needed, appreciated when arriving after flight issues at 11 pm. Netish was especially helpful when locating a driver to take us to York at the end of our stay. We ..."
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

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Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
"Great staff, close to Waverly train station. Early check in and welcome drink was especially nice. Would stay here again for certain."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Market Street Hotel
"Check in is on 7th floor. Only one entery. No place to stop to unload car, no luggage cart or staff at entery for directions. Overall 5 stars. An exuberant good morning from housekeeping team members in hall way is a great start to the day. Hotel pre booked ride to airport and he was waiting 15 mins ..."
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG
"Beautiful room! Perfect location! Close to everything, I could not have asked for a better stay!"
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG
"Very good hotel at a convenient location. Staff was super friendly"
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026
Where to stay in New Town

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.

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 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.

Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and George Square are top sights worth seeing.


























