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Homestays in Edinburgh

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Travelers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. These simple accommodations are in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

Most booked homestays in Edinburgh and surrounding area in the past month

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Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,753 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 600 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,509 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,324 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 220 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,980 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,033 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,690 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 940 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 6,174 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 841 reviews

Right in the center of Edinburgh, The Residence - NO 8 features rooms with free Wifi. Popular points of interest nearby include EICC, University of Edinburgh, and The Real Mary King's Close.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,422 reviews

Located in Edinburgh, near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, National Museum of Scotland and Royal Mile, EdinB&B features free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 968 reviews

Housed in a historic building, Hanover 71 Suites features accommodations with a bar and free Wifi in Edinburgh, a 9-minute walk from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions.

From GEL 796.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Fair - What previous guests thought, 199 reviews

No15 Castle View features rooms with free Wifi in the center of Edinburgh. The property is close to The Real Mary King's Close, University of Edinburgh, and Edinburgh Waverley Train Station.

From GEL 573.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

Central Room In Historic Tenement Shared Apartment Near Old Town offers accommodations in Edinburgh, a 13-minute walk from University of Edinburgh and 0.6 miles from Camera Obscura and World of...

From GEL 424.99 per night

Central penthouse with nice view offers accommodations in Edinburgh, a 12-minute walk from The Real Mary King's Close and 0.9 miles from National Museum of Scotland.

From GEL 1,880.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 320 reviews

City Centre En-Suite Room in Edinburgh offers accommodations with free Wifi a 4-minute walk from Edinburgh Playhouse, 500 yards from Royal Mile, and a 16-minute walk from National Museum of Scotland.

From GEL 541.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews

The Braveheart House in Edinburgh features accommodations with free Wifi a 10-minute walk from EICC, 0.8 miles from Edinburgh Castle, and a 18-minute walk from National Museum of Scotland.

Save money on homestays in Edinburgh and nearby – budget options available

Haymarket Flat

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.4
Poor - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Haymarket Flat offers accommodations in Edinburgh, 1.3 miles from Murrayfield Stadium and 1.5 miles from National Museum of Scotland.

From GEL 254.99 per night

Haymarket Station Rooms

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,033 reviews

Haymarket Station Rooms is a recently renovated guest house in the center of Edinburgh, a 10-minute walk from EICC and 0.8 miles from Murrayfield Stadium.

From GEL 382.49 per night

Leith House

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 817 reviews

Dating back to 1880, Leith House is located in the heart of Edinburgh, just 1 mile from the city center.

From GEL 308.12 per night

Alexander Guest House

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,577 reviews

Alexander Guest House is a friendly guest house with clean rooms and excellent bus access to Edinburgh city center. Arthur’s Seat provides a beautiful backdrop.

From GEL 276.24 per night

Adelphi Hotel

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,753 reviews

On the edge of Leith Links’ park, the Adelphi Private Hotel offers guest accommodations in a Georgian townhouse.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 888 reviews

Less than 2 miles from Edinburgh’s center, this small guest house is 5 minutes’ walk from Murrayfield Stadium. It has free parking, and free Wi-Fi in most rooms and at reception.

From GEL 208.95 per night

Hillhouse

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews

Offering city views, Hillhouse in Edinburgh features accommodations and a bar. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

From GEL 339.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Central 1 Bed - 10 Min Walk to Edinburgh Castle is a recently renovated homestay in the center of Edinburgh, a 6-minute walk from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and 200 yards from The Real Mary...

Enjoy breakfast in Edinburgh and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,324 reviews

In Edinburgh’s central New Town just a minute’s walk from bustling Princes Street, this Georgian townhouse offers Wi-Fi. Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station is just 15 minutes’ walk away.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 940 reviews

In a central area of Edinburgh, Queen Charlotte Guesthouse offers rooms with free Wifi.

From GEL 639.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,801 reviews

In Edinburgh’s New Town, the Elder York Guest House is 1640 feet from Princes Street. Located on the second floor, it offers easy access to the city’s sights and breakfasts.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,980 reviews

On a quiet, cobbled street just a 5-minute walk from Princes Street, the family-run Regent House Hotel is set in a restored Georgian building.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 601 reviews

The CITY- Braveheart House in Edinburgh offers accommodations with free Wifi a 10-minute walk from EICC, 0.8 miles from Edinburgh Castle, and a 18-minute walk from National Museum of Scotland.

IVY House

Edinburgh
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 250 reviews

IVY House in Edinburgh offers accommodations with free Wifi a 10-minute walk from EICC, 0.8 miles from Edinburgh Castle, and a 18-minute walk from National Museum of Scotland.

Sheens House

Edinburgh
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 340 reviews

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Sheens House provides accommodations with a terrace and free Wifi.

From GEL 616.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,194 reviews

Located in central Edinburgh, IVY- Braveheart Guest House is 10 minutes’ walk from the International Conference Center and 20 minutes’ walk from the castle. There is a free WiFi.

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Homestays That Guests Love in Edinburgh

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews
John was a great host, very welcoming and made us feel right at home. A top notch B&B, in a great location and very reasonably priced at peak festival time. Woukd highly recommend for a long wknd in Edinburgh!
Guest review by
Tom
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,690 reviews
We loved the homey, maximalist rooms and common areas. Great location away from the crowds but only a short walk from Princes Street. Can’t say enough about the lovely host and fab breakfast.
Guest review by
Theresa
Young couple
Avg. price/night: GEL 295.01
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Warm reception in a cosy home filled with love. Soft bed, clean bathroom, lovely host Yvonne. We immediatly felt like home.
Guest review by
Marijke
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,690 reviews
Lovely host, very nice breakfast, wonderful decorations
Guest review by
Jan
Young couple
Avg. price/night: GEL 427.29
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews
Amazing place - super clean, lovely host and amazing breakfast. In a nice village too with a pub that does lovely meals within easy walking distance.
Guest review by
Stuart
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: GEL 371.86
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 625 reviews
Sense of home stay
Guest review by
Ayman
Family with young children