Southside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

National Library of Scotland showing interior views and signage
National Library of Scotland showing interior views
National Library of Scotland showing interior views
National Library of Scotland featuring interior views
National Library of Scotland showing heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Southside Hotel Deals

The Scholar

The Scholar

4 out of 5
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"They were doing upgrades to the restaurant at the hotel and we were sent to their partner hotel just a few steps away. This proved to be a great “inconvenience” since breakfast was spectacular, as well as service and the location itsef"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

The Scholar
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$279 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$279
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,229 reviews)
"My family and I enjoyed our stay in this hotel. The hotel is very nice and clean! Very comfortable beds. Everything is perfect. Walkable to all tourist spots, city wonders. Accessible to restaurants, shopping etc. we will definitely come back to stay in this hotel. Will Highly recommend this property ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$140 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$140
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,049 reviews)
"Hotel was very nice, bedroom very comfortable and staff superb thanks 😊"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$324 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$324
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,889 reviews)
"Everything was great."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
CoDE Pod  – The CoURT - Edinburgh

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$176 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$176
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostal in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,042 reviews)
"overall the hostel is located on the royal mile which is very convenient. everything is nearby. rooms & bathrooms are cleanly; staff tried to clean them as often as they can but at times when they aren’t able to they do get quite messy because of those who stay. dorms are very simple but walking ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4 out of 5
61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$244 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$244
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,430 reviews)
"Staff were incredibly friendly"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Southside

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Newington

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Summerhall while you're exploring the area.

Newington
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Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(164 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Old Town Edinburgh
Scottish Parliament showing street scenes and a pool

Holyrood

While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.

Holyrood
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Grange

Travellers enjoy Grange for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Carlton Cricket Club while you're in the area.

Grange
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Marchmont

Marchmont is well liked for its bars, and you can visit sights like Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile if you have time to explore the area.

Marchmont
Calton Hill showing a city, skyline and general coastal views

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.

Edinburgh City Centre


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