Leith

Edinburgh

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.

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A large ship docked at a port with a blue fence and a modern building in the background.

Leith Docks

10.0/10 (4 reviews)
Explore the waterfront of Leith Docks and enjoy activities such as sailing in Edinburgh. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

$24
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

$29
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

$75
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
mountain view in edinburgh

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

$71
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
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Glasgow: City Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide

$19
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Glasgow: City Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide
Big Bus Edinburgh Hop on Hop off

Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour

$26
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
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Leith Hotel Deals

3 Johns Place Townhouse

3 Johns Place Townhouse

4 out of 5
3 John's Place Edinburgh Scotland
$123 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
$154 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and Netflix. Popular attractions Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (373 reviews)
"Great location: quiet and walkable. Clean, nicely maintained. Would stay again."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

3 Johns Place Townhouse
Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel

2 out of 5
10-18 Windsor Street Edinburgh Scotland
$133 nightly
The price is $167 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$167 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"We stayed at the Cairn late August so it was a high demand period. Room rate was outrageous for this hotel. The breakfast was not good, staff was okay. This hotel needs a lot of TLC. There are a few coffee shops around the corner. We were able to walk to most of our destinations."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

Cairn Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

3 out of 5
Britannia Way Edinburgh Scotland
$133 nightly
The price is $167 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$167 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
$171 nightly
The price is $216 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$216 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,535 reviews)
"This hotel was not for me. The room lack standard things for me to enjoy my stay. There's no refrigerator but a cooling box which was nothing but a cooler. So the food and drink I put in there didn't stay cold. The cooling box ended up smelling. The room didn't have a chair, couch or a table. So ..."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

YOTEL Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
$216 nightly
The price is $272 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$272 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,927 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff. Lots of bars and restaurants in Grassmarket, and it is convenient to the sites. The rooms were very comfortable."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
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
$229 nightly
The price is $289 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$289 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (781 reviews)
"The property is well located to all major locations including restaurants, shopping, Edinburgh castle, Waverley train station, tram and bus lines, etc. Staff are helpful and the restaurant has awesome views of Edinburgh castle and the park across the street. Breakfast was delicious with a Buffett ..."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
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Where to stay in Leith

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A historic castle on a rocky hill with surrounding greenery.

Old Town Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.

A cityscape with a prominent monument featuring columns and a dome, surrounded by historic buildings and a clear sky.

Edinburgh City Centre

While you're in Edinburgh City Centre, take in top sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle, and hop on the metro to see more the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

A Gothic-style clock tower with a statue at its base, illuminated by warm lights.

New Town

Travelers 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.

The Usher Hall with a dome and classical architecture.
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Tollcross

Travelers come to Tollcross for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Usher Hall and King's Theatre while you're in town.

A large Gothic-style cathedral with multiple spires and a prominent clock tower.
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West End

Visitors to West End love its popular shops, and you can check out Dean Village and Johnnie Walker Princes Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Haymarket Tram Station.

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