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

3 Johns Place Townhouse

3 Johns Place Townhouse

4 out of 5
3 John's Place Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is ฿4,452 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,452
฿5,610 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and Netflix. Popular attractions Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (358 reviews)
"The upstairs rooms were very nice. The issue was that the room was very small. The room was kept neat and tidy by the staff, which was well appreciated. I would recommend staying at the first or second floor, we read many stories about the basement being very warm due to no a/c or windows. We only ..."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

3 Johns Place Townhouse
Malmaison Edinburgh

Malmaison Edinburgh

4 out of 5
1 Tower Place Leith Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,927 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿5,927
฿7,468 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Don't normally sleep well in hotels but bed and pillows so comfortable I slept all night. Loved the nice coffee bags instead of instant. Room had everything I needed. Hotel in grest location with good transport links"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Malmaison Edinburgh
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 ฿5,534 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿5,534
฿6,973 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Good location, just steps to the tram stop and entertainment and food / shopping. Very quiet area that felt safe for walking in the evening."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG
Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel

2 out of 5
10-18 Windsor Street Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿8,001 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿8,001
฿10,081 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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 ...
Cairn Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿4,207 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿4,207
฿5,301 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (1,550 reviews)
"Everything was excellent and I liked the hotel property, cleanness stay & breakfast. Parking spots were narrow and young girls at front desk were little less experienced.."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
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 ฿7,273 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿7,273
฿9,164 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (752 reviews)
"Centrally located. The hotel exceeded my expectations, especially during Fringe!"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
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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 Edinburgh Castle – 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 Edinburgh Castle 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 Assembly Rooms and George Street.

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.

West End

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.



Leith Travel Guide