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Discover well-known properties in Edinburgh that are favored by visitors more than others. There are 891 hotels in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on April 29, 2026. The average price for a hotel in Edinburgh is $270/night.
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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
6656 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
8.9
Excellent
3563 reviews
Location
1.3 mi from city centre
44 East Claremont Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Located in Edinburgh's historic New Town and 15 minutes' walk from the city centre, the family-run McCrae's Bed and Breakfast is a traditional 19th-century property with a mix of period and modern features. The B&B also features free Wi-Fi and en suite rooms. A smart TV with free access to popular streaming services is provided in each room at McCrae's, along with tea / coffee making facilities. Some rooms have garden views and a double-sized shower. All rooms are at ground level. All towels and bed linen are made from Organic or Fairtrade cotton. A complimentary continental breakfast is served in the elegant dining room, consisting of organic and locally sourced ingredients where possible. Cooked breakfast options are available at an additional price. A piano and small library of books are also featured in the room. The shopping district of Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle can both be reached in a 20-minute walk. Edinburgh Airport is only a 25-minute drive from the B&B.
Free Wi-Fi
9.7
Excellent
581 reviews
Location
0.7 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
2180 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
2138 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
5410 reviews
Location
7.5 mi from city centre
100 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and valet parking are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include 24-hour room service, concierge services, and dry cleaning. 100 Princes Street offers 30 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Tempur-Pedic beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 45-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Free Wi-Fi
9.6
Excellent
627 reviews
Location
0.1 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
8.8
Excellent
647 reviews
Location
1.5 mi from city centre
43 Rose St, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
A restaurant, a 24-hour front desk, and express check-out are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh Cc Rose Street offers 145 accommodations.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
290 reviews
Location
0.1 mi from city centre
152 Morrison Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
This smoke-free hotel features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a 24-hour front desk. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a TV in a common area, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff assistance are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. Point A Edinburgh Haymarket offers 149 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 43-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
3715 reviews
Location
0.7 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 $316 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 $150.

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 $110. Prices are highest in August, when rates rise to about $441 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 $219. Fridays are usually the most expensive, averaging $378 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 $304/night. Another popular neighborhood in Edinburgh is Portobello, which is $230/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 $183, rising to an average cost of $359, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $183 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 $302/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $236/night. For a 4-star budget hotel in Edinburgh, the cheapest rate recently found was $302/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 891 properties in Edinburgh and data was last updated on April 29, 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
$239
Avg. per night
14-16 Marchhall Crescent, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$181
Avg. per night
11 Bristo Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$258
Avg. per night
79 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$195
Avg. per night
127 George Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$206
Avg. per night
100 Milton Road East, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
3.9 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$147
Avg. per night
42 Minto Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$262
Avg. per night
Ferrymuir Retail Park 11, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
8.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$147
Avg. per night
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$247
Avg. per night
53 Frederick Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$196
Avg. per night
18-21 Market Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$188
Avg. per night
2 Greenside Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$277
Avg. per night
19 St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$251
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Edinburgh

Discover the ideal theme hotel, vacation rental or hostel for your stay in Edinburgh. There are 4,532 properties in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on April 29, 2026.
9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$102
Avg. per night
94 -116 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$135
Avg. per night
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$169
Avg. per night
493 Lawnmarket,The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$247
Avg. per night
Picardy Place, 16-22, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$214
Avg. per night
1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$768
Avg. per night
Edinburgh Business Park 6 Lochside View, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
4.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$116
Avg. per night

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