Leith Travel Guide
Edinburgh





Stay near popular Leith attractions
Things to do

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer

Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket

Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Top hotels in Leith

Cairn Hotel
"Not worth the money."
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG
"I payed 400£ for 2 night. Definitely not worth it. I was with my wife and with my two kids. One toddler and one baby. The room was way too small you could barely movein it (and this is with a baby and a toddler so imagine 4 adults) Two Positive things. First is the staff very helpful and friendly ..."
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"No AC. Temperatures were above normal and room and hallways were very hot."
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
"All great"
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
"Rooms need upgrading and proper cleaning. There was a lot of dust and the bed was poorly made. The carpet leading from the elevator to the room was dirty and smelly in some places. It just didnt feel clean. The rooms are not soundproof so ypu coukd easily hear comversations within rooms from the ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Leith

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.

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 Assembly Rooms.

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.

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






















