The Best Hotels in Leith, Edinburgh

Leith is Edinburgh’s port district, right on the Firth of Forth to the north of the centre of town. Over time Leith has been absorbed, physically, by Edinburgh, but it still has its own charm and unique cultural twists. Including a reputation for seediness, which dates from before the semi-gentrification of Leith began in the 80s. These days Leith is vibrant and cosmopolitan, and one of the best places to eat out in Edinburgh, and the best hotels in Leith reflect this perfectly.

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Aside from the colour and life of Leith, one of the headline attractions of this part of town is the Royal Yacht Britannia, which has a permanent mooring in front of the Ocean Terminal. It was built on Clydeside in 1953 and was the floating home of the royal family until it was decommissioned in 1997, and is a beautiful thing, and a wonderful monument to 50s decor.

Another highlight might be a stroll along the Water of Leith Walkway though Dean Village and into Edinburgh via the east end of Princes Street and the New Town. The walk is really charming, and you’re accompanied by Antony Gormley’s 6 Times sculpture of six human sized figures, but there are plenty of buses into town as well, and the best hotels in Leith offer excellent access to the rest of Edinburgh’s attractions.

For a Memorable Stay

Fingal

  • The Fingal is a retired lighthouse tender turned luxury, 23 room hotel, and now anchored in the hip area of Leith. Cabins range from classic doubles to decadent suites. The design is luxurious with brass fittings, leather, and rich hues. A glamorous ballroom is ideal for a party and there's a fabulous little restaurant too. She's now part of the Royal Yacht Britannia trust,a dn is Scotland's first luxury floating hotel.

The Best Value Hotels in Leith

Malmaison Leith

  • The Malmaison Edinburgh occupies a former seaman’s mission in the heart of Leith. Expect all the Malmaison trademarks: a state of the art gym, restaurant, stylish bar and roil-top baths, and a price tag that won't break the bank

If you haven’t found your idea of the best hotels in Leith on our Guru’s list of the 3 Best Hotels in Leith you could:

The 3 Best Hotels in Leith

The Best Hotels in Leith, Edinburgh

Malmaison Edinburgh
Malmaison Edinburgh

Edinburgh (Leith)

Trendy hotel in former seaman's mission in the heart of Leith. Trademark comfy beds and roll top baths. State of the art gym, restaurant, stylish bar.

  • City Style - With its trade-mark contemporary chic rooms and suites, all with rolltop baths, this is a smart city base
  • Sights nearby - The Royal Yacht Britannia is five mins away or hop on a bus and it's only 15 minutes from the Royal Mile
  • Restaurant - Chez Mal Brasserie offers a good range of traditional bistro cuisine plus bar snacks and cocktails
  • Lively
from $108 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Fingal
Fingal

Edinburgh (Leith)

A retired lighthouse tender, now turned luxury hotel, anchored in the hip area of Leith. Cabins range from classic doubles to decadent suites. The design is luxurious with brass fittings, leather, and rich hues. A glamorous ballroom is ideal for a party and there's a fabulous little restaurant too.

  • City Style - Set in the hip Leith area, with numerous high-end eateries and bars within walking distance, this is a luxurious and unique stay
  • Groups - The magnificent ballroom is a unique and luxurious space for an event; hosting up to 60 people
  • Great walks - Take a scenic stroll along the Water of Leiths river
  • Sights nearby - Compare boat notes at the Royal Yacht Britannia
from $381 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Written by Kat Parr Mackintosh

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