Top 10 Hotels Near Leith Docks in Edinburgh for 2026

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A balcony with two modern chairs, a small table, and two glasses of orange juice.

A modern building with large windows, a stone-paved courtyard, and a clear blue sky.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small round table, and a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small sofa, a dining area with two chairs, and a TV on the wall.

1. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

2.9 km from Leith Docks

Robert

RM858

RM1,081 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern living room with a blue sofa, wooden coffee table, and a stone wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There are pictures on the wall and a lamp on the desk.

A modern kitchen with a stone wall, a dining area with a blue sofa, and a kitchen island.

A historic building with multiple windows and doors, a stone facade, and a traditional architectural style.

2. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

3.2 km from Leith Docks

Karen

RM914

RM1,152 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, and a view of a cityscape and tower through the window.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a store with shelves.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a view to the outside.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV, wooden shelves with decorative items, and a large window with a view.

3. Roomzzz Edinburgh

3.2 km from Leith Docks

Suzanne

RM1,062

RM1,338 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a fireplace. There are framed pictures on the walls and a chandelier above the bar.

A building with a red door, numbered 24, and a sign for a gallery and bar gardens.

A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and a large painting on the wall.

4. 24 Royal Terrace

2.7 km from Leith Docks

Heather

RM1,157

RM1,458 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A balcony with two leather chairs, a glass coffee table, and a view of a cityscape.

A rooftop terrace with a view of historic buildings, including a clock tower. There are potted plants, a sofa, and a round table.

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a round table, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A modern lounge with a view of a historic clock tower, a plush blue sofa, and two black side tables with decorative items.

5. W Edinburgh

3.2 km from Leith Docks

Marilyn

RM1,777

RM2,239 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A building with a stone facade, a glass awning over the entrance, and a flagpole with a flag.

A narrow corridor with a long bench and tables, framed pictures on the walls, and a window with a view of buildings.

A dining room with a sign reading "DINING ROOM THIS WAY".

6. Hotel Indigo Edinburgh by IHG

3 km from Leith Docks

Sandra

RM950

RM1,197 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A grand entrance with a large, ornate doorway, flanked by two black gates.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles. There are tables and chairs for seating.

A restaurant with wooden flooring, tables, chairs, and pendant lighting.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a wall-mounted sign reading "The Place," and a seating area with blue chairs.

7. The Place

3 km from Leith Docks

James

RM717

RM904 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A building with a dome and a castle-like structure on a hill.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern building with a glass facade, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a clear sky.

A modern building with large glass windows, outdoor seating with chairs and tables, and a well-maintained lawn.

8. The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection

2.9 km from Leith Docks

Sheena

RM1,394

RM1,757 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express building with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a bench outside.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, and a small round table with glasses.

A modern breakfast buffet with wooden and metal serving stations, a coffee machine, and a wall with informational posters.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

9. Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

0.7 km from Leith Docks

Carlos

RM647

RM815 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bar with a neon sign that reads "DON'T WORRY HELP IS ON THE WAY."

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a grey ottoman, and a floor lamp.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a dark headboard, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, grey armchair, and ottoman. A desk with a chair and a large framed artwork on the wall.

10. Malmaison Edinburgh

0.4 km from Leith Docks

stephen

RM651

RM820 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a white umbrella, and a stone building facade.

A modern lounge area with plush seating, round tables, and a herringbone patterned floor.

A bar area with a white counter, yellow bar stools, and a bar stocked with bottles.

A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone wood floor, a sofa set, a bar area, and a large mirror.

11. Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh

2.8 km from Leith Docks

James

RM857

RM1,079 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A building entrance with a black door, two potted plants, and a sign reading "CAIRN APARTMENTS EDINBURGH".

A modern interior with a fireplace, a dining area, and a seating area with a blue sofa.

A stone building with a garden in front.

A staircase with a geometric patterned wall and a circular skylight.

12. Cairn Hotel

2.7 km from Leith Docks

Hilary

RM726

RM915 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a central fountain, and stone buildings.

A reception area with a marble counter, a sign reading "VOCO AN IHG HOTEL," and a deer sculpture on the ceiling.

A historic building with arched windows and a black iron fence.

A bright dining area with large windows, potted plants, and a view of a stone staircase leading outside.

13. voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG

2.8 km from Leith Docks

Erin

RM838

RM1,055 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

The entrance to Regent House Hotel with a black door, a blue mat, and a sign above the door.

A corner room with a wooden table, a chair with a patterned cushion, and a vase with dried plants.

A dining area with a long table, chairs, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with three beds, a wooden desk, a chandelier, and a view of buildings through the windows.

14. Regent House Hotel

2.9 km from Leith Docks

David

RM640

RM807 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a stone building in the background.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a neon sign on the wall.

A modern bar area with a neon sign, a menu board, and a staircase leading to other rooms.

A modern loft-style apartment with a kitchen, living area, and a staircase.

15. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

3.4 km from Leith Docks

Philip

RM1,027

RM1,294 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hallway with a mirror, a door leading to a room with a bed, and visible plumbing.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted toilet, a bedside table with a lamp, and framed artwork on the wall.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, and a sink. There is a dining area with a round table and chairs.

A courtyard with a brick building, a staircase, and a modern entrance.

16. Stay Hush

3.4 km from Leith Docks

Patricia

RM922

RM1,162 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop terrace with wicker chairs, a small table with a cup and snacks, and a view of a castle-like building in the background.

A bar area with red chairs and a long counter, a fireplace with a painting above it, and a seating area with a sofa and tables.

A hallway with a patterned rug, wooden bookshelves, a reception desk, and a blue carpeted area.

A historic building with multiple stories, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a red door.

17. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

3.9 km from Leith Docks

Steven

RM1,612

RM2,031 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

An outdoor patio area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, stone flooring, and a small building with a sloped roof.

A wedding ceremony setup with rows of chairs, floral decorations, and a backdrop of a painting.

A historic building with the sign "Hotel du Vin & Bistro" indicating a restaurant and hotel.

A bar area with a wine rack, a large metal sink, and a bottle of wine.

18. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

4.1 km from Leith Docks

Suzette

RM1,089

RM1,372 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A historic building with a bar, restaurant, and pizzeria on the ground floor.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a large mirror. There is a bed with a headboard and a small table with a chair in the background.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a small coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

19. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

4 km from Leith Docks

John

RM984

RM1,240 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, and a balcony with a view of the city.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, a dining area with a marble table, and a view through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern living room with a fireplace, blue furniture, and a large window.

20. RÌGH Residences

3.7 km from Leith Docks

Rohan

RM930

RM1,171 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Leith Docks

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels	9.8 Exceptional 222 reviews	View
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood	9.8 Exceptional 174 reviews	View
Roomzzz Edinburgh	9.4 Exceptional 397 reviews	View
24 Royal Terrace	9.4 Exceptional 353 reviews	View
W Edinburgh	9.2 Wonderful 478 reviews	View

Top Leith Docks Hotel Reviews

Malmaison Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely check in staff x x x"

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"The location was perfect. Right in the middle of Old Town. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would return without reservation."

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

8/10 Good

"This is a nice hotel and the staff was professional and helpful. The rooms are very small but quiet. It is a good stay unless you need to park a car. There is no visible street parking due to its location and the closest car park was 35 Euros for overnight parking."

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"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."

YOTEL Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Very Cute and well maintained hotel"

3 Johns Place Townhouse

10/10 Excellent

"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."

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Castle view on the 5th floor. Right in the center of everything. We went for the Tatto & had a repeat each night going to sleep hearing bagpipes. Breakfast was great value for the price. Alot of food and convenient to have at hotel. Staff very friendly & helpful"

Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Fabulous stay. Very comfortable room. Helpful staff and excellent breakfast. Ideal for Leith and easy access to Edinburgh and airport via tram."

4 Friends House

10/10 Excellent

"The room was super clean with many amenities and decorated nicely. Staff ( Eric ) was very friendly and guided us through the room with lots of great energy and positive vibes. Offered breakfast for free. Location was great, 3 mins to bus station and you can go to the centre directly by that bus in 20 minutes. Definitely recommend it."

Other attractions near Leith Docks

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

Royal Yacht Britannia

9.0/10 (1,422 reviews)

Glimpse the life of royalty in the elegant rooms of what was once the Queen of England's personal cruise liner and Britain's ambassadorial ship overseas.

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A statue of a human figure on a pier surrounded by seagulls.

Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre

8.0/10 (1 review)

During your visit to Edinburgh, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre. Experience the lively festivals and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Newhaven Heritage Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Newhaven Heritage Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Edinburgh. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals in this walkable area.

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Ritchie Collins Gallery

You can browse the exhibits at Ritchie Collins Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.

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Trinity House

You can study the exhibits at Trinity House, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Edinburgh. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

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The Biscuit Factory

Enjoy an outing to The Biscuit Factory during your stay in Edinburgh. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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Edinburgh Hindu Mandir and Sanskritik Kendra

After visiting Edinburgh Hindu Mandir and Sanskritik Kendra, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edinburgh. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.

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Leith Links

Leith Links is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Leith Docks?

Leith Docks is located in a welcoming area of Edinburgh known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 185 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Leith Docks?

Adjacent to Leith Docks, Malmaison Edinburgh is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good options close by include Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG and Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel.

How many hotels will I find near Leith Docks?

Expedia has 185 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Leith Docks.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Leith Docks, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Leith Docks.

What can I see and do near Leith Docks?

Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland and Newhaven Heritage Museum feature captivating exhibits. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Palace of Holyroodhouse are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Leith Docks. You can catch a show at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Festival Theatre and Usher Hall.

How can I get to Leith Docks?

Walk to nearby metro stations like The Shore Tram Stop, Port of Leith Tram Stop and Foot of The Walk Tram Stop. If you'd like to venture farther outside of the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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Our top choices for Leith Docks hotels

1. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

2. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

3. Roomzzz Edinburgh

4. 24 Royal Terrace

5. W Edinburgh

6. Hotel Indigo Edinburgh by IHG

7. The Place

8. The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection

9. Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

10. Malmaison Edinburgh

11. Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh

12. Cairn Hotel

13. voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG

14. Regent House Hotel

15. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

16. Stay Hush

17. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

18. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

19. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

20. RÌGH Residences

Compare popular hotels close to Leith Docks

Top Leith Docks Hotel Reviews

Malmaison Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

YOTEL Edinburgh

3 Johns Place Townhouse

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel

4 Friends House

Other attractions near Leith Docks

Royal Yacht Britannia

Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre

Newhaven Heritage Museum

Ritchie Collins Gallery

Trinity House

The Biscuit Factory

Edinburgh Hindu Mandir and Sanskritik Kendra

Leith Links

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