Southside Travel Guide
Edinburgh





Visit Southside
Stay near popular Southside attractions
Top hotels in Southside

Ten Hill Place
"This is a great property in a very convenient location. It's easy to walk to the Royal Mile and Old Town - and even over to New Town. The hotel is clean, well-appointed, with helpful and friendly staff. The bar/restaurant area is quite large and comfortable. And there are plenty of restaurant options ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

The Scott

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
"Quiet, clean room"
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Where to stay in Southside

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.

Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre 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.
























