Leith Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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.

Stay near popular Leith attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Leith Hotel Deals

3 Johns Place Townhouse

3 Johns Place Townhouse

4 out of 5
3 John's Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$223 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$223
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! (362 reviews)
"Beautifully renovated apartment room. Bed was comfortable, bathroom modern and overall a great experience. Very close for walking to many different restaurants, retailers and the water front."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

3 Johns Place Townhouse
Malmaison Edinburgh

Malmaison Edinburgh

4 out of 5
1 Tower Place Leith Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$283 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$283
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 ...
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 AU$280 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$280
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Great location just a stone's throw from the Royal Yacht Britannia and handy for buses into Edinburgh centre. Breakfast included, plenty parking (£11 per 24hrs). Decent rooms, plenty space & nice ensuite. Evening meals (if you stay) are basic but nice."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG
Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel

2 out of 5
10-18 Windsor Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$316 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$316
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Great location, friendly and helpful staff, and nice clean rooms for a reasonable price. Beds were SO comfy! Rooms aren't huge but manageable. We never took advantage of the onsite bar/restaurant but glad to know it was available. Note: if you have lots of heavy luggage, it's a bit tough going up ..."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

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 AU$214 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$214
20 Sept - 21 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! (1,552 reviews)
"Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 4 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 AU$346 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$346
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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! (757 reviews)
"Wouldn't let me leave a bag in the store for a few hours after I checked out. The bag was 25kg and I had to kill 3hrs with it."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Leith

Find the best Leith areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Leith
Learn more about Leith

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.



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