Southside Travel Guide

Edinburgh

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Stay near popular Southside attractions

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University of Edinburgh

8.8/10 (2,964 reviews)
Explore the campus of University of Edinburgh during your visit to Edinburgh. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
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Top hotels in Southside

The Scott

The Scott

4 out of 5
18 Holyrood Park Rd Edinburgh Scotland
The price is 5.178.054 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
5.178.054 ₫
6.524.348 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (740 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. The rooms were beautiful. Breakfast was great fresh fruit everyday in the reception would highly recommend this place"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

The Scott
The Scholar

The Scholar

4 out of 5
18 Holyrood Park Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is 4.076.340 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
4.076.340 ₫
5.136.189 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy ...
The Scholar
Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

4 out of 5
10 Hill Place Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 4.597.274 ₫ per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
4.597.274 ₫
5.792.566 ₫ total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"It may be the city in general but I felt like this hotel was supremely overpriced. We did book a junior suite, so it did have a bit more space but overall the room was very drab and basic. The cushions were sad and looked very used. The carpet looked like it really needs a deep cleaning. The bathroom ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is 4.832.508 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
4.832.508 ₫
6.089.049 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is 3.214.011 ₫ per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
3.214.011 ₫
4.049.653 ₫ total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,538 reviews)
"Great Location and Helpful Staff, but Tech and Bathroom Layout Need Improvement We had a mixed stay overall. On the positive side, the hotel is in a fantastic location, and our room was clean, tidy, and well-maintained throughout. Most of the staff were wonderfully helpful and provided great customer ..."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

YOTEL Edinburgh
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

4 out of 5
53 Princes Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is 4.760.491 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
4.760.491 ₫
5.998.219 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
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Where to stay in Southside

Find the best Southside areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

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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 Assembly Rooms and George Street.

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Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks and Royal Yacht Britannia 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.

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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.

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