What is Southside like?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Edinburgh's Southside neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Queen's Hall and George Square as part of your Southside travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Southside?

Based on our traveller data, Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive is one of the top choices for your stay in Southside. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from University of Edinburgh, and it offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. Another good choice for your stay in the area is The Scott .

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Southside area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Edinburgh, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 107 Southside hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Southside, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Southside.

What can I see and do in this Edinburgh neighbourhood?

Surgeon's Hall, Edinburgh University Collection of Historic Musical Instruments and Reid Concert Hall Museum of Instruments feature captivating exhibits to peruse while you're exploring Southside. You could also plan a visit to Queen's Hall or George Square while you're in the neighbourhood. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are some popular places to visit in the area around Southside. When you're sightseeing in Edinburgh, Greyfriars Charteris Centre and Pickering's Gin Distillery are also worth a stop.

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Our top choices for Southside hotels

1. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Southside

Kara

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

2. KM Hotel

Southside

Kenneth

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

3. The Scholar

Southside

Thomas

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

4. Southside Guest House

Southside

Ron

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 1)

5. @part Bernard Rooms

Southside

Phillip

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

6. The Salisbury Hotel

Southside

Claudia

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

7. Sakura Edinburgh Guest House

Southside

Rebecca

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

8. Stylish Southside Flat Near Old Town

Southside

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

9. KM Apartments

Southside

Patrick M

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

10. The Scott

Southside

Kinya

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

11. Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

Southside

Valerie

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

12. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from Southside

Shelly

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

13. Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Old Town Edinburgh, 1 km from Southside

Michael

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

14. Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.1 km from Southside

Michael Kirk

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

15. Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood

Holyrood, 0.9 km from Southside

Assana

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

16. Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.9 km from Southside

Joseph

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

17. Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 1 km from Southside

Julie

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

18. Malmaison Edinburgh City

New Town, 1.6 km from Southside

Julie

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

19. Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.1 km from Southside

Stephen

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

20. The Inn On The Mile

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.9 km from Southside

Camryn

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Southside

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
The Scholar	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,011 reviews	View
KM Apartments	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 650 reviews	View
@part Bernard Rooms	3.0 star property	7.0 Good 64 reviews	View
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,006 reviews	View

Where to stay in Southside

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

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Old Town Edinburgh

Wander the narrow alleys of Edinburgh's historic center to discover the hidden delights of an area that also encompasses some of the city's top attractions.

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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.

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New Town

Stroll around the refined Georgian quarter of Edinburgh to encounter iconic monuments, stunning art galleries and an array of stores.

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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.

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Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks 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.

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Top Southside Hotel Reviews

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast buffet included both cold and hot dishes. Very clean and well maintained. Easy walk to Haymarket train and bus station. Tolerable walk to Royal mile. Lots of ethnic restaurants and coffee shops in the area."

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

8/10 Good

"The hotel was nice. The location was great especially if you're there for Fringe. It's very centrally located. There are only like 6-7 parking spots available which was a bit difficult. They did tell me when I checked in that their guests can park at the other Apex hotel that is a minute walk away, but I didn't know that beforehand."

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

10/10 Excellent

"It was a brand of hotel I'm not used to, but the place was fantastic. Rooms were small, but cozy. Staff was excellent. For an additional 15 pounds I was able to check into my room at noon, which was great since my flight arrived in the morning. Easy walk to the Tram or Airport Bus. Would definitely stay here again. Wish the room had a kettle or microwave. That's the only thing I thought was lacking."

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel's location was perfect, close to restaurants, shops, and attractions. The staff at check-in were extremely friendly and helpful, making my experience even more enjoyable . I was impressed with how clean and well-maintained the room was, providing a comfortable and relaxing stay. Staff at the front door were exceptional!!"

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Our top choices for Southside hotels

1. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

2. KM Hotel

3. The Scholar

4. Southside Guest House

5. @part Bernard Rooms

6. The Salisbury Hotel

7. Sakura Edinburgh Guest House

8. Stylish Southside Flat Near Old Town

9. KM Apartments

10. The Scott

11. Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

12. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

13. Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

14. Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

15. Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood

16. Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

17. Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

18. Malmaison Edinburgh City

19. Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

20. The Inn On The Mile

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Where to stay in Southside

Old Town Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre

New Town

Tollcross

Leith

Top Southside Hotel Reviews

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

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