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
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Princes Street, a favorite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Newington Hotel Deals
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Clean and comfy room, great amenities and super friendly staff.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
The staff is friendly & the location was great! It was so central and you can’t literally walk everywhere but if you are tired taking an uber/taxi is pretty cheap. The only thing I would recommend is that they update a few amenities like adding shampoo/ conditioner. Other than that I loved my stay ...
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Awful experience and customer service
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Very clean spacious room with comfortable bed and swivel chair. Bathroom was clean anf well maintained Particularly liked the double layer curtains on the wide bedroom window.
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Really nice hotel with very good food and friendly staff. Overall a very nice experience. A great base for a trip to Edinburgh with hop on hop off bus tours leaving from just across the road.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
For a fairly inexpensive room in the city centre, we really can’t fault it much. The staff were lovely and very willing to help, too. In saying that however, you really do get what you pay for. The room felt a little claustrophobic with 2 of us in there (we got the one with no window), only 2 very ...
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Newington
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Surgeon's Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Grange
Visitors to Grange like its restaurants and gardens, and Carlton Cricket Club is a sight worth a stop.
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.
Tollcross
Travelers come to Tollcross for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Royal Lyceum Theatre and Usher Hall while you're in town.
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