Newington Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
National Library of Scotland
National Library of Scotland is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's entertainment choices or seek out its golf courses.
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
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable 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.
Edinburgh Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who call Edinburgh Zoo home during your travels in Edinburgh. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area or seek out the golf courses.
Top hotels in Newington
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Very friendly and welcoming staff. Especially staff member Jen/Jennifer, even making our children feel special. Rooms were spacious, clean and comfortable beds. Hotel is in walking distance of centre and lots of tourist attractions. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Very friendly and helpful staff, room very clean, breakfast was very good with a large selection of hot and cold items
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Staff friendly, room clean and tidy, excellent facilities and great value for money
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Friendly staff very clean rooms and excellent atmosphere!
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Great room very nice
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Fantastic team, elevated finishes within rooms, good vibe overall. Bar staff incredibly welcoming.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Newington
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and Royal Lyceum Theatre while in the area.
