Best Luxury Hotels In Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK 2024 - The Luxury Editor

Best Luxury Hotels In Leith

Edinburgh Centre’s cool neighbour is now the Michelin star capital of Scotland. Once a busy working port, it’s now home to luxury mini liners like Fingal and the Royal Yacht Britannia, with the odd cargo ship still coming and going. The city’s trendiest are moving due east in their droves, to be near the bohemian cafes, creative arts spaces, funky bars, lively Shore area and world-class restaurants that are blossoming in the district. And great hotels have followed to EH6 also, offering proximity to the waterfront and in many cases, better value than some of their EH1 counterparts. Here are our picks in Leith.



Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland

Fingal

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms23 Cabins, Duples Suites & the Skerryvore Suite
AmenitiesLighthouse Restaurant & Bar, Cocktails Sundeck, Afternoon Tea
Morea Truly Unique Setting Located in Leith Docks
TLE Recommends: Choose the Skerryvore Suite, which includes a private dining area for entertaining and your own private deck

Originally built to transport keepers and supplies to lighthouses around Scotland, this heritage vessel is now an AA five-star hotel with  AA Rosettes. Docked in Leith, the ship provides wonderful waterside views, as enjoyed from the restaurant (named after Fingal’s original purpose) and the deck, where guest...

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Leith, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland

Ocean Mist Leith

Hotel
At a glance
Rooms17 Rooms & Suites
AmenitiesCastle View Bar & Bridge Lounge
MoreLocated on the Water of Leith Shore

Return to a bygone era with a stay in one of the 17 bedrooms at this unique floating boutique hotel. Situated in the vibrant Shore area, the vessel provides 360-degree views of the Water of Leith from Edinburgh Castle to The Victoria Swing Bridge. First commissioned as a minesweeper for the Admiralty, it’...

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Ocean Mist Leith

Leith, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland

Malmaison Leith

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms100 Rooms & Suites
MoreLocated in a Former historical Building on Leiths Docks
TLE Recommends: Explore the independent shops, bars and restaurants in Leith

Situated on the historic Leith waterfront, Malmaison Edinburgh offers a luxurious escape just 10 minutes from the city centre. The hotel features 100 chic rooms and suites, each blending modern comforts with unique, stylish decor. Guests can indulge in contemporary British...

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Malmaison Leith

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