Leith Travel Guide

Edinburgh

A coastal cityscape with a river, historic buildings, and a large cruise ship docked at the port.
A calm river with boats, historic buildings, and a prominent tower.
A river with boats and historic buildings along the shore.
A large black and white ship named Dalmeny Leith in a harbor with industrial buildings and mountains in the background.
A waterfront cityscape with modern buildings and a rocky shoreline.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Leith

Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel

2 out of 5
10-18 Windsor Street Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿6,827 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿6,827
฿8,192 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Not worth the money."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Cairn Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

3 out of 5
Britannia Way Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿5,747 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿5,747
฿7,242 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"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

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿9,434 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿9,434
฿11,887 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,775 reviews)
"No AC. Temperatures were above normal and room and hallways were very hot."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿10,656 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿10,656
฿13,426 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

4 out of 5
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club Kirknewton Scotland
The price is ฿5,604 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿5,604
฿6,725 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Kirknewton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,727 reviews)
"All great"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿4,382 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿4,382
฿5,521 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,483 reviews)
"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

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
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Where to stay in Leith

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

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.



Leith Travel Guide