Southside Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Southside

The Scott
Quiet location, bus stop is just outside the Pollock Halls grounds. Walking distance to the city. It is an old building, very charming and well maintained. However, there is no lift , staircases are narrow , getting help to bring luggage up can be a bit of of a wait. Overall, always a lovely ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

The Scholar
The scholar is a nice hotel in a lovely setting surrounded by trees. I had a small single room but it worked for me for the price. Quite easy to get into Edinburgh cental from the bus stoop across the street, too.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
The location was great. Rooms were very dated, with cracked stained porcelain and stained towels.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Fantastic experience. The staffs are very polite
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Should provide Drinking water in rooms.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
The IKEA furnished hotel. All modular and undersized and “efficient “, very little shelf areas, no place to set things, the bathroom is undersized and does not fit a 6 foot tall person. Staff was friendly, breakfast great. Good location.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southside

Pleasance
When in Pleasance, you can plan a visit to Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Newington
Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Summerhall while you're exploring the area.

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.

Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.

Grange
Travellers enjoy Grange for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Carlton Cricket Club while you're in the area.

Marchmont
Marchmont is well liked for its bars, and you can visit sights like Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile if you have time to explore the area.
