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Discover well-known properties in Edinburgh that are favored by visitors more than others. There are 750 hotels in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on January 27, 2026. The average price for a hotel in Edinburgh is $269/night.
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18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Hotel with free parking, near Royal Mile A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a conference center are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk and a front-desk safe are onsite. The Scholar offers 72 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and refrigerators can be requested. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.9
Excellent
3478 reviews
Location
1.3 mi from city centre
11 Brandfield Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Princes Street Along with self parking, this smoke-free hotel has laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance. Housekeeping is available once per stay. Staycity Aparthotels, Edinburgh, West End offers 144 accommodations with washers/dryers and espresso makers. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
5670 reviews
Location
0.9 mi from city centre
3 Rothesay Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and an LCD TV, as well as a coffee/tea maker and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, towels, an electric kettle, and a desk.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
2098 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre
8-12 York Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Hotel with a bar, 4-minute walk to George Street A bar/lounge, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. New Town Hotel offers 31 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.5
Excellent
2061 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
Kirknewton, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Suburban hotel with 2 restaurants and a golf course Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has a golf course and an indoor pool. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include 3 bars/lounges, a health club, and 3 coffee shops/cafes. Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club offers 215 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. 49-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided daily. Guests can play rounds at the 36-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including 2 outdoor tennis courts and a health club. In addition to an indoor pool, other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.6
Excellent
277 reviews
Location
7.5 mi from city centre
2 West Port, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Adults-only hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop Along with a bar/lounge, this smoke-free hostel has a snack bar/deli and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and a computer station are onsite. Housekeeping is available once per stay. Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel offers 25 accommodations. This Edinburgh hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
5149 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
106 Ferry Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a TV, as well as daily housekeeping and towels. Other amenities include an electric kettle, a desk, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff.
Free Wi-Fi
9.3
Excellent
553 reviews
Location
1.6 mi from city centre
425 Queensferry Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a refrigerator and free WiFi, as well as a coffee/tea maker and heating. Other amenities include towels, an electric kettle, a desk, and luggage storage.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.6
Excellent
1000 reviews
Location
3.5 mi from city centre
29 Kilmaurs Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Bed & breakfast in Edinburgh, near Royal Mile Free WiFi in public areas and multilingual staff assistance are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast. Airdenair Guest House offers 7 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
7.9
Good
1609 reviews
Location
1.7 mi from city centre
100 Milton Road East, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
The Best Western Kings Manor Hotel is one of the most idyllic places to stay in Edinburgh, enjoying a quiet location in the capital cities eastern suburbs. Despite this calm and peaceful setting, you’ll still have easy access to Edinburgh’s many attractions, shops, bars, and restaurants, which are just 20 minutes away. The hotel itself is a delightful 160-year-old building, boasting a rich history as it was once used as a convent. The Best Western Kings Manor Hotel, Edinburgh, places you only half a mile away from Musselburgh picturesque harbor and the golden sands of Portobello Beach, whilst Edinburgh Castle is just a 20-minute drive from the hotel. The Scottish National Gallery is also just 20 minutes away and stands as a neo-classical building with one of the world’s greatest collections of fine art…truly the best way to spend a rainy day. On a fine day, head to the Royal Botanic Gardens and enjoy the lavish landscape and greenhouses. With the second largest hotel-based leisure club in the city, there's more than enough room for relaxation at the Best Western Kings Manor Hotel in Edinburgh. This three-star spot has en suite bedrooms, including twin/double rooms, club rooms, and rooms with wheelchair access. When it comes to dining, the Best Western comes out on top yet again, thanks to its superb cuisine. Whether you’re looking to enjoy a particularly special evening meal, an informal bite, or a leisurely lunch, you’ll be well catered for. Choose either our contemporary (and recently refurbished) Lauders Restaurant for an impressive a la carte Menu, the Options Bistro for popular classics/inventive modern dishes in a relaxed setting, or Bar Zest for drinks and moreish bar snacks.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
4672 reviews
Location
3.9 mi from city centre

HotelsCombined's insights for budget hotels in Edinburgh

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next budget hotel in Edinburgh.

How much does it usually cost to stay at a budget hotel in Edinburgh?

On average, a budget hotel room in Edinburgh costs about $307 per night. Rates can vary based on factors like seasonality, hotel star rating, and booking timing. The lowest price found on HotelsCombined in the last 7 days was $107.

Which month has the lowest rates for budget hotels in Edinburgh?

January is the cheapest month to book a budget hotel in Edinburgh, with average nightly rates around $122. Prices are highest in May, when rates rise to about $421 per night.

What day of the week has the lowest rates for Edinburgh budget hotels?

Budget hotels in Edinburgh are most affordable on Mondays, with average nightly rates around $198. Tuesdays are usually the most expensive, averaging $415 per night.

Which Edinburgh neighborhoods are most popular to stay in?

Those visiting Edinburgh tend to stay in Craiglockhart, where a budget hotel costs around $105/night. Another popular neighborhood in Edinburgh is Ratho, which is $236/night on average for a budget hotel.

How much is a budget hotel in Edinburgh tonight?

Users have found prices for budget hotels in Edinburgh tonight starting as low as $24, rising to an average cost of $145, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $115 for a 4-star budget hotel in Edinburgh for tonight.

How much is a Edinburgh budget hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for budget hotels in Edinburgh this weekend for as little as $125/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $54/night. For a 4-star budget hotel in Edinburgh, the cheapest rate recently found was $160/night for this weekend.

What’s the recommended booking timeframe for Edinburgh budget hotels?

For the best rates, it's recommended to book your Edinburgh budget hotel at least 80 days before your stay.

Top-rated Budget hotels in Edinburgh

Browse through properties in Edinburgh that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 750 properties in Edinburgh and data was last updated on January 27, 2026.
Our users rated these Edinburgh hotels among the best places to stay. Learn why these hotels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.
14-16 Marchhall Crescent, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$94
Avg. per night
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$78
Avg. per night
53 Gilmore Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$95
Avg. per night
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
$100
Avg. per night
37-39 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$60
Avg. per night
69 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$86
Avg. per night
231 Canongate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$93
Avg. per night
15 Lochside Avenue, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
4.8 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$78
Avg. per night
20 Canonmills, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$88
Avg. per night
10 Hill Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$86
Avg. per night
38 Gardners Crescent, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$87
Avg. per night
15 Calton Hill, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$88
Avg. per night
44 Gilmore Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$99
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Edinburgh

Discover the ideal theme hotel, vacation rental or hostel for your stay in Edinburgh. There are 4,298 properties in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on January 27, 2026.
9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$67
Avg. per night
94 -116 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$90
Avg. per night
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$129
Avg. per night
Picardy Place, 16-22, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$90
Avg. per night
1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$405
Avg. per night
Edinburgh Business Park 6 Lochside View, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
4.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$58
Avg. per night
493 Lawnmarket,The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$105
Avg. per night

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