Newington
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
National Library of Scotland
Scotland’s largest library is free to use. Don’t miss its exhibition of one of the world’s most important literary archives.
Edinburgh Castle
Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.
Royal Mile
Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can enjoy retail therapy at Princes Street. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this walkable area.
University of Edinburgh
The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium, and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
Newington Hotel Deals
Edinburgh Travel Guest House
"This "comfortable cottage" is actually a row house with minimal amenities. It was very clean, although having an extra mattress leaning against the wall in the smallest bedroom made at least that room feel cluttered and cramped. The comfort factor was also decreased by the lack of any trash cans ..."
Reviewed on 2026/5/19
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
"The breakfast was great and the staff was excellent. Airport bus out front is very convenient. Right next to Edinburgh Zoo!"
Reviewed on 2026/5/19
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"The location of this hotel is great it’s in a very walkable area very close to plenty of attractions/activities. Breakfast was okay for the amount you pay the restaurant is alright. The room could use some work there were stains on the carpet and the curtains and the shower wasn’t the cleanest. However ..."
Reviewed on 2026/5/18
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
"Our room was a converted holding cell with bars still on the window. It had a toilet and shower and was pretty small, but they did an excellent job with the space, lots of hooks, drawer under the bed, a fair amount of shelves and lots of mirrors to make it feel bigger. Great bed! I also appreciated ..."
Reviewed on 2026/5/17
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
"We found the Ibis Hotel on South Bridge to be perfect for our stay in Edinburgh. The front desk staff were excellent, assisting us with booking a taxi and answering any questions. We appreciated the tea in our room daily. The all you can eat buffet breakfast had a great variety of options."
Reviewed on 2026/5/19
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
"great location to lots of famous tourist spots and shopping. No on property parking and off property parking was small and had to pay"
Reviewed on 2026/5/18
Other neighborhoods around Newington
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Grange
Visitors to Grange like its restaurants and gardens, and Carlton Cricket Club is a sight worth a stop.
Pleasance
Though Pleasance might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
Marchmont
Marchmont is noteworthy for its bars, and you can plan an outing to Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile while you're in town.
Old Town Edinburgh
Preserving its medieval street plan, this UNESCO World Heritage Site features the Royal Mile, St. Giles' Cathedral, and the National Museum of Scotland. Explore narrow closes and hidden passages for a unique experience.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
