Southside Travel Guide

Edinburgh

A stone pathway leading through a hilly landscape with a sunset in the background.
A building with a large arched window and a rainbow in the sky.
A historic stone building with a conical roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved pathway.
A historic stone building with multiple towers and turrets.
A historic stone building with a clock tower and arched entrance.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Southside

The Scott

The Scott

4 out of 5
18 Holyrood Park Rd Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿6,148 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
฿6,148
฿7,746 total
11 Nov - 12 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! (748 reviews)
"The building is gorgeous, the room spacious and so comfortable, but the staff is the standout here. Cheerful, helpful, and so accommodating. They made the trip for us. The breakfast is amazing - enough to carry you through lunch and beyond. The hotel is a wee bit off the beaten track if you’re wishing ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

The Scott
The Scholar

The Scholar

4 out of 5
18 Holyrood Park Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿4,718 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿4,718
฿5,945 total
8 Nov - 9 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"\the staff were universally helpful, especially at breakfast. the cleanliness was excellent. Breakfast was good. I did not find the restaurant for other meals suited my taste but that is an individual matter. There were not enough vegetables for my liking. My first room was hard for me to navigate ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

The Scholar
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿3,031 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
฿3,031
฿3,820 total
5 Nov - 6 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 breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,602 reviews)
"Great location, but run down rooms and amenities. From the outside and immediate entrance, the hotel looked ideal with its great location (near to airport, close to city centre, literally next to the zoo). However, in our experience, the room was tired and looked rundown albeit had a great view! ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿5,843 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿5,843
฿7,362 total
8 Nov - 9 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,967 reviews)
"Loved this hotel so much!! Everyone was so incredibly kind and the room and bathroom were so nice! Location was absolutely perfect. Very central and you can literally see the castle from out front!"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

3 out of 5
69 Belford Road Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿1,727 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿1,727
฿2,176 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms ...
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿4,166 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿4,166
฿5,250 total
8 Nov - 9 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! (2,553 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay at Yotel when I was here three years ago, so I booked it again this year. My complaint concerns the room: there was no window and it was right next to noisy swinging doors and across the hall from a staff room where the door often seemed to be slamming shut. I was only there ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton
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Where to stay in Southside

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 Travel Guide