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Discover well-known properties in Edinburgh that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 891 hotels in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on 1 May 2026. The average price for a hotel in Edinburgh is £201/night.
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11 Brandfield Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
This hip 4-star property is located within a short walk of Edinburgh Haymarket Railway Station and features a coffee maker. It also provides an express check-in and check-out feature, a ticket service and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
6657 reviews
Location
0.9 mi from city centre
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Located in Edinburgh, The Scholar is a short drive from Craigmillar Castle and Royal Botanic Garden. It also provides luggage storage, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour reception.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.0
Excellent
3563 reviews
Location
1.3 mi from city centre
44 East Claremont Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Located within walking distance of Edinburgh Bus Station, this comfortable bed and breakfast is a convenient base for those wanting to explore Edinburgh and its surrounds. It also offers free Wi-Fi to all guests during their stay.
Free Wi-Fi
9.7
Excellent
581 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
3 Rothesay Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Situated close to Haymarket, this hip 4-star hotel features a coffee maker. It also provides a concierge, a library and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
2179 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre
8-12 York Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Ballantrae Hotel provides unique accommodation in Edinburgh and is within walking distance of Edinburgh Bus Station. The multiple amenities this historic hotel has to offer include a 24-hour reception, a ticket service and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.5
Excellent
2137 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
5412 reviews
Location
7.5 mi from city centre
100 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Set in New Town, this historic hotel offers guests meeting rooms, an express check-in and check-out feature and laundry facilities. It also provides a safe, room service and a 24-hour reception.
Free Wi-Fi
9.6
Excellent
627 reviews
Location
0.1 mi from city centre
7 Mayfield Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Capital Guest House is a comfortable setting when in Edinburgh and is close to everything the area has to offer. It also offers a skating rink, free Wi-Fi and room service.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
648 reviews
Location
1.5 mi from city centre
43 Rose St, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Located a 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Bus Station, Hub Edinburgh City Centre, Rose Street offers free Wi-Fi. This property is conveniently situated in New Town.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
300 reviews
Location
0.1 mi from city centre
152 Morrison Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket provides comfortable accommodation and is within a 20-minute walk of Edinburgh Waverley Station. It also offers a 24-hour reception, luggage storage and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
3722 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 £203 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 £115.

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 £102. Prices are highest in August, when rates rise to about £322 per night.

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

Budget hotels in Edinburgh are most affordable on Sundays, with average nightly rates around £143. Fridays are usually the most expensive, averaging £238 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 £133, rising to an average cost of £265, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from £166 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 £83/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as £83/night. For a 4-star budget hotel in Edinburgh, the cheapest rate recently found was £231/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 1 May 2026.
According to our users, these are some of the best hotels to stay at in Edinburgh. 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
£188
Avg. per night
14-16 Marchhall Crescent, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£137
Avg. per night
11 Bristo Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£212
Avg. per night
79 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£155
Avg. per night
127 George Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£161
Avg. per night
100 Milton Road East, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
3.9 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
£118
Avg. per night
42 Minto Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£194
Avg. per night
Ferrymuir Retail Park 11, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
8.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£108
Avg. per night
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
£216
Avg. per night
53 Frederick Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£148
Avg. per night
18-21 Market Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£160
Avg. per night
2 Greenside Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£216
Avg. per night
19 St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£192
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Edinburgh

Discover the ideal theme hotel, holiday rental or hostel for your stay in Edinburgh. There are 4,532 properties in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on 1 May 2026.
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.0 mi from city centre
£170
Avg. per night
11 Ravelston Dykes, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£184
Avg. per night
16 Pilrig Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£75
Avg. per night
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£112
Avg. per night
94 -116 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£102
Avg. per night
2 West Port, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£113
Avg. per night
Edinburgh Business Park 6 Lochside View, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
4.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£88
Avg. per night
1 Tower Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£130
Avg. per night
107 Queensferry Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£128
Avg. per night

Explore Edinburgh

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Edinburgh 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 1 May 2026.
  • Can you book a 5-star budget hotels in Edinburgh?

    If you're looking to make your Edinburgh stay extra special, then consider staying at one of the top-rated hotels. The highest-rated budget hotel is currently The Glasshouse Autograph Collection (£216/night).

  • How many budget hotels are there in total in Edinburgh?

    There are 891 Edinburgh budget hotels available out of a total 4,532 hotels that you can book on HotelsCombined.

  • Which are the most popular Edinburgh budget hotels?

    HotelsCombined users’ favourite budget hotels in Edinburgh are Yotel Edinburgh, Mercure Edinburgh Haymarket Hotel, and Haymarket Hotel. With a rating of 8.8/10, Haymarket Hotel is the highest-rated hotel.

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