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Discover well-known properties in Edinburgh that are favored by visitors more than others. There are 1,007 hotels in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on June 21, 2026. The average price for a hotel in Edinburgh is $273/night.
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Mayfield Road,52, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a rainfall showerhead and free WiFi, as well as a flat-screen TV and a garden. Other amenities include Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, a Select Comfort bed, and laundry facilities.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.2
Excellent
193 reviews
Location
1.6 mi from city centre
11 Brandfield Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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
6670 reviews
Location
0.9 mi from city centre
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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
9.0
Excellent
3582 reviews
Location
1.3 mi from city centre
43-45 Salisbury Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a garden. The Salisbury Hotel offers 18 accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Microwaves and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
2457 reviews
Location
1.2 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
8.5
Excellent
2187 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre
8-12 York Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. 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
8.6
Excellent
2144 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
Kirknewton, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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
5669 reviews
Location
7.5 mi from city centre
51-59 York Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Experience the grace of Edinburgh’s 18th-century New Town in our boutique Hotel Indigo Edinburgh. Step inside an oasis of vibrant colours and contemporary comforts in our Georgian townhouse. Set in the heart of the vibrant City Centre, our hotel places you steps away from the city’s rich history and culture. Discover the architectural marvels of Edinburgh Castle and explore the historic Royal Mile. Minutes away, you’ll find the city’s best nightlife, lively arts scene, and Edinburgh Festival venues. At the end of a long day shopping and sightseeing, retreat to your bespoke guest room, where every detail references Scottish creativity, from soft fabrics to local artwork. Lavish rainfall showers and indulgent toiletries. Sip traditional Scottish whisky and savour a full-plated Scottish breakfast at our newly refurbished hotel bar and lounge, open 24 hours. Exercise in our Fitness Centre and enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout our hotel. Stay at Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, where boutique charm meets modern luxury.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
1688 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
44 Minto Street, 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 a coffee/tea maker and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a hair dryer, towels, and a crib.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.3
Excellent
5 reviews
Location
1.3 mi from city centre
7 Mayfield Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Offering free WiFi and garden views, Capital Guest House is an accommodation located in Edinburgh, just 1.6 km from University of Edinburgh and 2 km from National Museum of Scotland. This property offers access to mini-golf. The Real Mary King's Close is 2.5 km from the guest house and Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is 2.8 km away. At the guest house, all units include a wardrobe and a TV. You can play billiards, table tennis and darts at the guest house, and the area is popular for cycling and fishing. Arthurs Seat is 2 km from Capital Guest House, while Edinburgh Waverley station is 2.5 km away. Edinburgh Airport is 13 km from the property.
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
654 reviews
Location
1.5 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 $314 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 $82.

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 $104. Prices are highest in August, when rates rise to about $436 per night.

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

Budget hotels in Edinburgh are most affordable on Wednesdays, with average nightly rates around $151. Fridays are usually the most expensive, averaging $469 per night.

How much is a budget hotel in Edinburgh tonight?

Users have found prices for budget hotels in Edinburgh tonight starting as low as $27, rising to an average cost of $412, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $27 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 $101/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $185/night. For a 4-star budget hotel in Edinburgh, the cheapest rate recently found was $101/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 43 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 1,007 properties in Edinburgh and data was last updated on June 21, 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.
6 And 10 Gloucester Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$293
Avg. per night
14-16 Marchhall Crescent, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$209
Avg. per night
11 Bristo Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$307
Avg. per night
79 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$238
Avg. per night
127 George Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$247
Avg. per night
100 Milton Road East, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
3.9 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$177
Avg. per night
42 Minto Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$254
Avg. per night
Ferrymuir Retail Park 11, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
8.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$179
Avg. per night
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$271
Avg. per night
18-21 Market Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$252
Avg. per night
19 St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$290
Avg. per night
20 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$290
Avg. per night
1-3 Baxters Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$265
Avg. per night
10-15 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$239
Avg. per night
61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$247
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Edinburgh

Discover the ideal theme hotel, vacation rental or hostel for your stay in Edinburgh. There are 4,886 properties in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on June 21, 2026.
Picardy Place, 16-22, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$255
Avg. per night
Edinburgh Business Park 6 Lochside View, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
4.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$150
Avg. per night
6 Market Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$357
Avg. per night
9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$122
Avg. per night
35 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$70
Avg. per night
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$168
Avg. per night

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