The Best Hotels Closest to Leith Docks in Edinburgh for 2026

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A large, illuminated ship docked at a port with a building in the background.

A dining area with a staircase, potted plants, and a table set for a meal.

A bar area with a marble countertop, various glassware, and bottles.

A deck with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of the water and buildings.

1. Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel

0.2 km from Leith Docks

Simon

￥49,710

￥62,636 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A luxurious room with leather sofas and armchairs, large windows offering a view of the city, and a wooden ceiling with hanging elements.

A bar area with leather chairs, a bar counter with bottles, and a patterned ceiling.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a potted plant, a decorative swan, and a sign indicating the fire exit direction.

A high-ceilinged lounge with leather seating, a bar area with breakfast items, and a city view through large windows.

2. Ocean Mist Leith

0.5 km from Leith Docks

Gail

￥24,913

￥31,390 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and large windows.

3. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

2.9 km from Leith Docks

Nadine

￥19,734

￥24,865 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A building entrance with a red door labeled "SIX BRUNTON PLACE".

A grand staircase with a mirror, candle sconces, and a patterned carpet leading to a room with a painting on the wall.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two lamps, a statue, and a sofa.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with a vase of flowers, a painting on the wall, and a floor lamp.

4. Six Brunton Place

2.6 km from Leith Docks

Deborah

￥25,308

￥31,888 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a hanging pendant light.

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

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

5. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

3.2 km from Leith Docks

"This was a beautiful apartment to stay in, with the perfect mix of historic charm and fresh, modern finishes. We did have a mix-up with our booking, as the room was reserved for three people but didn’t have a sleeping option for the third guest. However, reception responded quickly and made things right, which we really appreciated. Overall, we had a lovely stay and I would definitely stay here again."

Jennifer

￥27,562

￥34,728 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a coffee table, a desk, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A town house with a black iron fence, a sign reading "3 JOHN'S PLACE," and a number "3" on the door.

A staircase with a wooden handrail, a large vase with dried flowers, and a wooden console table with a pink bowl on top.

A grand staircase with a polished wooden finish and black balusters, flanked by large white vases with dried foliage.

6. 3 Johns Place Townhouse

0.9 km from Leith Docks

Melanie

￥15,237

￥19,199 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, and a view of the city through large windows.

A view from a window overlooking a street with traditional buildings, a green hedge, and a fenced area.

A stone building with multiple windows and a grassy courtyard.

A tufted sofa with a plaid pillow in a room with wooden flooring and large windows.

7. 4 Friends House

1.2 km from Leith Docks

Marlie

￥12,817

￥16,150 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A spacious bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sitting chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A spiral staircase with a wooden handrail and black balusters, leading to a landing with a patterned floor.

An ornate ceiling with gold detailing and a central circular light fixture.

A hallway with a patterned floor, a chandelier, a sofa, and a door leading outside.

8. The Townhouse

1.1 km from Leith Docks

Katy

￥42,363

￥53,378 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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

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.

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

9. Roomzzz Edinburgh

3.2 km from Leith Docks

Sandra L

￥25,133

￥31,668 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

The exterior of the Pillars House with classical architecture, including Corinthian columns and a detailed pediment.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a skylight.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table set for four, and various kitchen appliances.

A staircase with wooden railings and a fire extinguisher on the floor.

10. Pillars House

0.9 km from Leith Docks

Mary

￥12,051

￥15,185 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

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.

11. 24 Royal Terrace

2.7 km from Leith Docks

Ian

￥25,835

￥32,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

12. W Edinburgh

3.2 km from Leith Docks

Steve

￥37,258

￥46,945 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A grand staircase leading to a second floor, flanked by elegant wall sconces and a large mirror.

A room with two wicker chairs, a small round table with a vase of flowers, and a view of the city through large windows.

A balcony with wrought iron railings, a table with a bottle of wine and glasses, and a vase with flowers.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden cabinets, and a view of the sea through large windows.

13. Royal Garden Apartments New Town

3.2 km from Leith Docks

Christine

￥24,464

￥30,825 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A hotel room with a bed, TV, wardrobe, and bathroom.

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

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

14. Hotel Indigo Edinburgh by IHG

3 km from Leith Docks

Thomas

￥21,257

￥26,783 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A blue door with the number 28 and the text "YORK 28 PLACE" above it.

A bar area with a counter, shelves of bottles, two blue bar stools, and a herringbone patterned wall.

A room with two blue armchairs, a small round table, a bookshelf, and a large arched window.

A modern dining area with a long table, blue chairs, and a bench.

15. 28 York Place

3.1 km from Leith Docks

marco

￥21,106

￥26,594 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

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

A hotel reception area with wooden reception desks, a digital screen displaying the hotel name, and a blue carpet.

16. Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

0.7 km from Leith Docks

RAYMOND

￥14,227

￥17,927 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A modern hotel lobby with a geometric patterned floor, a large black door, and a seating area with yellow chairs.

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.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh

2.8 km from Leith Docks

Kerim

￥21,265

￥26,794 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

A wedding ceremony with a white floral arch and guests seated on wooden chairs.

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

18. The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection

2.9 km from Leith Docks

Alastair

￥30,229

￥38,089 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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.

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

19. The Place

3 km from Leith Docks

Christine

￥17,232

￥21,714 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A restaurant with a brick wall, multiple dining tables, and a variety of seating options.

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.

20. Malmaison Edinburgh

0.4 km from Leith Docks

Kevin

￥20,922

￥26,362 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Leith Docks

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 561 reviews	View
Ocean Mist Leith	10.0 Exceptional 779 reviews	View
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels	9.8 Exceptional 263 reviews	View
Six Brunton Place	9.8 Exceptional 242 reviews	View
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood	9.8 Exceptional 182 reviews	View

Top Leith Docks Hotel Reviews

Market Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Concierge was amazing! Definitely the highlight of our stay. The room was comfy and clean. Great location, especially since it’s near the bus stop. Would definitely recommend this place."

Pillars House

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic place, full kitchen that you can use , stocked with milk and buns cossontetc all included in your stay price, fridge in room with water and irn bru, top stay if im back in Edinburgh im staying here!"

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

8/10 Good

"They did not have laundry facilities on location like stated on the website. You can use the laundry cleaning option for a fee, but you cant use washers and dryers on location. I booked this hotel for this. There is a laundromat down the road a tick, however."

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was helpful and friendly. Location was perfect for either public transit or walking the city. The property was clean and offered lots of amenities. I would definitely stay here again."

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, really stylish especially for the price. The wee double room was basic in amenities but thoughtfully decorated and had what you need, spotless too! It was definitely wee but perfect for one person and more than suitable for two if you’re happy to be cosy! They accommodated bag storage and late check out without a fuss and were friendly and helpful."

Park View House

8/10 Good

"nice stay"

Britania Penthouse

8/10 Good

"Very good"

Other attractions near Leith Docks

A formal dining room with wooden furniture, white walls, and a large window with curtains.

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 do some window-shopping at Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.

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Newhaven Heritage Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Newhaven Heritage Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Edinburgh. Experience the acclaimed art 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 trip to Edinburgh. Discover the acclaimed art scene 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 art 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 savor 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 theater scene 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 fascinating museums 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, check out the 183 hotels and other accommodations 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 traveler 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 can I expect to find near Leith Docks?

Expedia has 183 hotels and other accommodations 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 fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Leith Docks.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Leith Docks?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Leith Docks, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Leith Docks?

Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland, and Museum on the Mound 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?

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

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Our top choices for Leith Docks hotels

1. Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel

2. Ocean Mist Leith

3. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

4. Six Brunton Place

5. Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

6. 3 Johns Place Townhouse

7. 4 Friends House

8. The Townhouse

9. Roomzzz Edinburgh

10. Pillars House

11. 24 Royal Terrace

12. W Edinburgh

13. Royal Garden Apartments New Town

14. Hotel Indigo Edinburgh by IHG

15. 28 York Place

16. Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

17. Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh

18. The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection

19. The Place

20. Malmaison Edinburgh

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Top Leith Docks Hotel Reviews

Market Street Hotel

Pillars House

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Park View House

Britania Penthouse

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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