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Popular Budget hotels in Edinburgh

Discover well-known properties in Edinburgh that are favored by visitors more than others. There are 740 hotels in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on March 21, 2025. The average price for a hotel in Edinburgh is $286/night.
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This lovely one-bedroom, first-floor apartment is converted from the former Traverse Theatre and situated just off the Grassmarket in a quiet courtyard right in the heart of the city’s Old Town. Sitting at the bottom of Victoria Street - one of the city’s most beautiful and photographed streets in the city, and home to numerous independent restaurants and cafes, historic pubs, quirky boutiques, and specialist shops. With all of the main attractions just outside your door, you’re perfectly placed for a visit to Scotland’s capital. The lounge featuring a Juliet balcony is comfortably furnished with a cosy sofa, dining table and chairs, flat-screen TV and offers unlimited complimentary WiFi. Just across the hall is the bright, modern kitchen where you’ll find everything you need to cater your holiday, including microwave, oven/hob, fridge and washing machine. The welcoming, roomy bedroom offers a comfy double bed, and a smart, white family bathroom with an over-bath shower completes this fabulously located holiday home. The Royal Mile is just a stone’s throw away, and the site of Edinburgh’s major sights such as Edinburgh Castle, Mary King's Close, St. Giles Cathedral, Holyrood Palace, The Scottish Parliament Building and Scotland's major galleries and museums including the Scotch Whisky Experience. It is also within easy walking distance from Edinburgh's principal shopping area, Princes Street and George Street. This property doesn't come with free parking but there is limited paid street parking in the local area for an additional fee. Alternatively, there is private parking facilities available at the NCP Car Park on Castle Terrace. This property operates a key safe, so you can let yourself into the property any time after 4pm. The key safe code will be issued before your arrival. If you are arriving earlier than 16:00 on your day of arrival, it is always worth contacting the property manager as they will always endeavour to give you access as soon as possible. You may be able to arrive early and leave luggage and come back however this is not guaranteed. The latest departure time is 11:00, however, a guaranteed later departure (up to 20:00) can be arranged for a fee of 50% of the daily rate for that day but please note this is subject to no existing booking arriving that day already. A £200 refundable damage/security deposit is due 7 days before arrival and refunded after departure. All properties are strictly non-smoking and do not accept hen/stag/party groups. At least one guest must be over 25 years old.
8.6
Excellent
68 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Offering garden views, Jacobs Apartment Edinburgh is an accommodation situated in Edinburgh, less than 1 km from Edinburgh Playhouse and 1.7 km from Edinburgh Waverley station. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Outdoor seating is also available at the apartment. Boasting a Blu-ray player, the spacious apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bath. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. Royal Mile is 1.8 km from Jacobs Apartment Edinburgh, while Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is 2.6 km from the property. Edinburgh Airport is 11 km away.
9.5
Excellent
32 reviews
Location
1.0 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
1893 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Summary: Georgian ground floor flat in the famous New Town (a peaceful locals discerning neighbourhood) Spacious apartment with a fantastic nearby amenities, a large grocery store and independent restaurants/cafes within 3 minutes walk. 10 minutes walk from city centre, close to tram line,& buses. Travel cot & high chair available. Parking free from 5:30pm Fri-Mon 8;30am. Free parking at the end of the street. Wi-Fi, & freeview television. The Space: Spacious Georgian style ground floor flat, part of the famous New Town in the south of the city centre. Its a locals neighbourhood, within a short walk of many city centre attractions and transport links. On-street parking on your doorstep, free at weekends. Castle views from the front door step and is on a traditional cobbled street in a classic New Town Georgian townhouse. Situated in the desirable New Town neighbourhood, it’s within easy walking distance of the busy city centre.(10 minutes walk) The apartment is a quiet, unique and secluded haven from the hustle and bustle. Includes, a beautiful spacious sitting room, with working original shutters and decorative fireplace. Separate large kitchen with dinning table, with dishwasher and clothes washing machine. One large king size bedroom with a peaceful outlook of walled gardens, again with original working shutters. Substantial bathroom with shower and bath. Guests will have access to the entire apartment We can provide a travel cot without sheets, please give us advanced notification. We can also provide a high chair, again please ask in advance. The Neighborhood: The Apartment is central with easy access to old town (castle and royal mile), new town and city centre. Buses leave from the end of the road which take you up to the festival. Trams are a 10 minute walk from the apartment. At Nearby Broughton you will find fashionable shops, bars, restaurants, health food supermarket, cafes, delis, butchers and a great fishmongers. There is an artisan coffee company which serves the best coffee in town. We particularly like Treacle for drinks and les cargot bleu for food. Walking in the opposite direction to the city centre you will come across The Botanical Gardens, on route you will pass a large Tesco supermarket, serval trendy bars, cafes, florists and Thai takeaway. The Scottish National portrait gallery is definitely worth a trip (make sure you have a cake in their café afterwards.) It is only a short uphill walk away from the apartment. There is a park at the end of the street which leads to the disused train lines which our now bicycle and walking routes throughout the city. There is public transport at the end of the street, and a short walk to fashionable Broughton Street. The tram service terminates at York Place (7 minutes walk from apartment), trams will take you to princess street, nearby Waverly station, Haymarket station and the airport. The city centre is 10 minutes walk (uphill) from the apartment. The main train station is also within walking distance or a really short cab drive away. Other Things to Note: Please be aware we provide travel pop up cots but not the laundry or bedding. The cot is standard size and we only supply the basic mattress that comes with the cot. We do not accept responsibility for the use of the travel cot or high chair. Please note the cot will not be made upon arrival. Interaction with Guests: We will always try to meet with all our guests and recommend local attractions according to their needs
8.7
Excellent
9 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
Peggyslea Farm Nine Mile Burn, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Situated in Edinburgh and only 21 km from EICC, Peggyslea Farm B&B features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has garden views and is 21 km from National Museum of Scotland and 22 km from The Real Mary King's Close. This 4-star bed and breakfast offers private entrance. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. A seating area is accessible to all guests, while some rooms are fitted with a DVD player. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. À la carte and continental breakfast options with pancakes, fruits and juice are available each morning at the bed and breakfast. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is 22 km from Peggyslea Farm B&B, while Edinburgh Castle is 22 km from the property. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 25 km from the accommodation.
Free Wi-Fi
9.6
Excellent
868 reviews
Location
11.4 mi from city centre
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a refrigerator and an oven, as well as a stovetop and free WiFi. Other amenities include Egyptian cotton sheets, designer toiletries, premium bedding, and laundry facilities.
8.9
Excellent
1562 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
7 Mayfield Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi, a billiards table, and multilingual staff. Other amenities include table tennis.
Free Wi-Fi
8.6
Excellent
586 reviews
Location
1.5 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 flat-screen TV and a coffee/tea maker. Other amenities include towels, an electric kettle, a desk, and luggage storage.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.5
Excellent
923 reviews
Location
3.5 mi from city centre
2 East Hermitage Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a flat-screen TV, as well as climate-controlled heating and daily housekeeping. Other amenities include towels, slippers, an electric kettle, and a desk.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.1
Excellent
540 reviews
Location
1.8 mi from city centre
35 Drumsheugh Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
A stylish boutique hotel in Edinburghs West End. Wonderfully situated on a quiet, leafy crescentand just a stones throw away from Edinburghs iconic attractions, sightseeing, shopping areas, and dozens of charming cafs and classic pubsThe Bonham Hotel, Edinburgh is one of the citys most stylish hotels. This boutique hotel features 49 individually styled rooms and suites, as well as flexible events spaces for private dining, cocktail parties, small weddings, and meetings. The Restaurant at The Bonham has a sophisticated urban dining menu inspired by classic flavours, and is crafted with locally sourced ingredients. For a calming retreat in an intimate space, enjoy afternoon tea, post-work cocktails, or pre-dinner drinks at The Consulting Room bar.Free, superfast Wi-Fi with a maximum bandwidth of 100MB is available throughout the hotel.
Free Wi-Fi
9.2
Excellent
2019 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre

Travel insights for budget hotels in Edinburgh

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

What is the cheapest month to book budget hotels in Edinburgh?

The cheapest month to book budget hotels in Edinburgh is February ($79). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Edinburgh is August ($530).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a budget hotel in Edinburgh?

The cheapest day to stay in Edinburgh is Sunday ($159). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $335.

Which Edinburgh neighborhoods are most popular to stay in?

Those visiting Edinburgh tend to stay in Craiglockhart, where a budget hotel costs around $228/night. Another popular neighborhood in Edinburgh is Ratho, which is $341/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 $145, rising to an average cost of $268, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $120 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 $287/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $28/night. For a 4-star budget hotel in Edinburgh, the cheapest rate recently found was $280/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Edinburgh?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 76 days before your trip to Edinburgh. The lowest price found when booking 76 days ahead was $137 per night.

Top-rated Budget hotels in Edinburgh

Browse through properties in Edinburgh that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 740 properties in Edinburgh and data was last updated on March 21, 2025.
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.
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14-16 Marchhall Crescent, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$119
Avg. per night
11 Bristo Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$160
Avg. per night
127 George Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$164
Avg. per night
100 Milton Road East, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
3.9 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$91
Avg. per night
25 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$269
Avg. per night
108 st johns road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
3.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$174
Avg. per night
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.9 mi from city centre
Airport shuttle
$84
Avg. per night
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 mi from city centre
$156
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.9 mi from city centre
$238
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53 Gilmore Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$91
Avg. per night
7 Priestfield Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$85
Avg. per night
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
$160
Avg. per night
Ferrymuir Retail Park 1 South Queensferry, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
8.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$103
Avg. per night

Cheapest Budget hotels in Edinburgh

Discover affordable stays in Edinburgh that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Edinburgh can be found for as low as $25 per night. There is currently one property in Edinburgh that can be booked for this price. Royal Mile Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025
These are the lowest prices we've found on hotels in Edinburgh at the moment. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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105 High Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$25
Avg. per night
15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$25
Avg. per night
37-39 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$25
Avg. per night
2 West Port, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$26
Avg. per night
8 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$28
Avg. per night
5/3 West Register Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$30
Avg. per night
50 Rose Street North Lane, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$31
Avg. per night
9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$37
Avg. per night
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$48
Avg. per night
106 Ferry Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$62
Avg. per night
33 Leamington Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$66
Avg. per night
29 Kilmaurs Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$73
Avg. per night
10 West End Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$76
Avg. per night
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$76
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Edinburgh

Discover the ideal theme hotel, vacation rental or hostel for your stay in Edinburgh. There are 4,937 properties in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.
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1 Nether Bakehouse Holyrood, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$111
Avg. per night
9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$37
Avg. per night
14 Argyle Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$35
Avg. per night
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$76
Avg. per night
Picardy Place, 16-22, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$126
Avg. per night
Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$103
Avg. per night
Edinburgh Business Park 6 Lochside View, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
4.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$62
Avg. per night

Explore Edinburgh

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Edinburgh to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on March 21, 2025.
Use the map to find hotels in Edinburgh that are close to the points of interest you'll be frequenting. More information on a given hotel can be accessed by clicking the hotel's name within the map.

Budget hotels FAQs

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Edinburgh to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on March 21, 2025.
  • What is the typical nightly rate for a Budget hotels in Edinburgh?

    Nightly rate typically run around $216 in Edinburgh for a Budget hotels. $18/night was the cheapest price recently found by our users for these types of hotels. The cheapest Budget hotels in Edinburgh is St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town.

  • Are Budget hotels more or less expensive than other Edinburgh hotels?

    Budget hotels will typically cost you more than the average Edinburgh hotel. The average price of a Budget hotels in Edinburgh is $216/night. Typically, a Edinburgh hotel will go for $127/night.

  • Which Budget hotels near Edinburgh Waverley Station are highly rated?

    There are 100 options for Budget hotels over 3 Stars within 2 miles of Edinburgh Waverley Station. For the higher quality Budget hotels located within 2 miles of Edinburgh Waverley Station, the average price you’ll need to pay around $144/night. On average, the cheapest rates near Edinburgh Waverley Station can be found at The Scott, 89 The Merchants Luxury Aparthotel by The House of Danu, and B+B Edinburgh.

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