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The best cheap hotels in Edinburgh

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For those trying to save, these fun, budget hotels still have lots to offer, from Wifi to convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties are set in central areas and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find loads of options that feature 24-hour front desks and luggage storage.

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Great access to the city center. Check these cheap hotels in Edinburgh and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,862 reviews

    Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+) has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Edinburgh.

    From $246.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5,756 reviews

    Virgin Hotels Edinburgh features a fitness center, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Edinburgh. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

    From $567.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 170 reviews

    In a prime location in the center of Edinburgh, Moment George IV Bridge provides continental breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

    Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments offers accommodations within 200 yards of the center of Edinburgh, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave.

    From $458.91 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews

    The Lady Stair's Apartment - Royal Mile offers accommodations in Edinburgh, a 11-minute walk from Royal Mile and 600 yards from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 918 reviews

    Museum Apartments offers accommodations within 200 yards of the center of Edinburgh, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave.

    From $365.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,856 reviews

    Located in the city center, Fraser Suites Edinburgh serviced apartments offer spacious and furnished rooms and suites that are perfect for both short and long stays.

    From $359.88 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Castle View Central Flat in Edinburgh offers accommodations with free Wifi, a 12-minute walk from EICC, 700 yards from National Museum of Scotland, and a 6-minute walk from The Real Mary King's Close.

    From $392.49 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Edinburgh and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 10,636 reviews

    In the center of Edinburgh, the Motel One Edinburgh-Royal is a 5 minute walk from the train station, and only half a mile from the Castle. Guests can reach the historic St.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,730 reviews

    In Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, this Hotel Du Vin has uniquely styled bedrooms in a former city asylum. At the hotel’s heart is a French Bistro, serving produce from the Lothian region.

    From $385.11 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,567 reviews

    Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) is located conveniently in Edinburgh, and has a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk.

    From $268.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 9,808 reviews

    Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh is In the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, right beside the Royal Mile and less than a 5-minute walk from Waverly Train Station.

    From $386.45 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews

    Well situated in the center of Edinburgh, 100 Princes Street provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

    From $3,321.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,438 reviews

    Located on Princes Street, overlooking Edinburgh Castle, Hotel Indigo - Edinburgh - Princes Street offers rooms with free WiFi. Set in a period building, there is a traditional restaurant and bar.

    From $371.69 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews

    Gleneagles Townhouse features a fitness center, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Edinburgh.

    From $872.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 6,789 reviews

    Just 2 minutes’ walk from Princes Street, ibis Styles St Andrew Square offers uniquely designed rooms in Edinburgh city center.

    From $366.33 per night

Stay connected in Edinburgh and nearby. Cheap hotels with free Wifi

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 8,017 reviews

    Attractively located in Edinburgh, CoDE Pod Hostels - THE CoURT is 328 feet from The Real Mary King's Close.

    From $211.34 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,713 reviews

    Destiny Scotland Market Street Apartments offers accommodations within 300 yards of the center of Edinburgh, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5,192 reviews

    Wilde Aparthotels by Staycity, Grassmarket is located at the foot of Edinburgh Castle, within easy reach of the famous Royal Mile and many of the main attractions of the city.

    From $428.72 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

    223 Websters land - stunning castle view is located in Edinburgh, just a 13-minute walk from University of Edinburgh and half a mile from The Real Mary King's Close.

    From $369.68 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

    Just a 8-minute walk from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and 0.9 miles from Edinburgh Castle, Spacious 2 bed apt next to Royal Mile & Waverley features accommodations in Edinburgh with a shared...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,041 reviews

    Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments features accommodations within 200 yards of the center of Edinburgh, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave.

    From $295.88 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

    Rose Street flat is located in Edinburgh, just a 9-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station and 0.7 miles from National Museum of Scotland.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews

    Right in the center of Edinburgh, 33 Castle Terrace features rooms with free Wifi. This recently renovated condo hotel is located a 6-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle and 600 yards from EICC.

    From $571.23 per night

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