Southside
Edinburgh





Visit Southside
Stay near popular Southside attractions
Things to do

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Late-Night Underground Vaults Terror Tour
Top hotels in Southside

The Scott
"What a beautiful place to stay. Such a beautiful building on the Un. of Edinburgh campus with two wonderful restaurants available. Not far from The Royal Mile, yet far enough away for peace and quiet."
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

The Scholar
"\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

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"The staff was so wonderful!"
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton
"Excellent minimalist twin room. Breakfast was average."
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Southside

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.

























