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4 Friends House

Leith, Edinburgh

Situated in Edinburgh, the recently renovated 4 Friends House features accommodation 1.3 km from Royal Yacht Britannia and 3.1 km from Edinburgh Waverley station.

C
Charalampos
From
Greece
The stuff was incredibly nice, friendly, and helpful. Rooms are very nice and clean. I would definitely recommend it and will be happy to stay again in the future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 606 reviews
Price from
US$116.57
1 night, 2 adults

Whitecroft B&B

Edinburgh

Situated in Edinburgh, within 15 km of Forth Bridge and 16 km of Murrayfield Stadium, Whitecroft B&B features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who...

E
Elizabeth
From
Canada
Great selection of different breakfasts. Attention to detail.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews
Price from
US$159.86
1 night, 2 adults

Georgian House

Merchiston, Edinburgh

Georgian House has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Edinburgh, 1.9 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre.

M
Mariusz
From
Poland
The stay was a really lovely one! Would certainly recommend to everyone out there. The hosts were really friendly (and chatty, looking at you James! Lucky you've got your charm. ;) Room was equipped with a TV with Netflix enabled so we managed to watch something in the evening. Breakfasts were just georgeus! Thank you so much Olga!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 286 reviews
Price from
US$331.25
1 night, 2 adults

JustB Edinburgh

Edinburgh

The JustB Edinburgh is situated by Leith Walkway, in the centre of Edinburgh City and 8 km from Haymarket Railway Station. Free secure on-site parking and WiFi is provided.

M
Michael
From
Ireland
Great location, 40 min bus ride to the city.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews
Price from
US$178.08
1 night, 2 adults

Grangeview Guest House

Newington, Edinburgh

With free private parking and free Wi-Fi, a 30-minute walk from the centre of Edinburgh, Grangeview Guest House boasts an impressive winding staircase, a 32-inch flat-screen TV in its bedrooms, and...

S
Sharon Nielsen
From
United States
Everything was always tidy and ready for use. The owners provided contact information available for questions and were present enough that I didn't need to look for them. The area was very quiet and relaxing, perfect after busy crowded days in the city center.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
Price from
US$166.95
1 night, 2 adults

Sonas Guesthouse

Newington, Edinburgh

With free parking and free WiFi, Sonas Guest House offers bright, cosy bedrooms. The historical Royal Mile and Holyrood Park are just a 20-minute walk away.

H
Haiikuu
From
United States
Lovely, friendly, over the top floral and uber clean. This was such a great place for a solo female traveler. Ultra easy check in and super welcoming!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 715 reviews
Price from
US$160.33
1 night, 2 adults

Highfield Guest House

Newington, Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh, 1.9 km from University of Edinburgh and 2.7 km from National Museum of Scotland, Highfield Guest House provides accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

B
Brandon
From
Canada
Location is fantastic with an easy bus ride into the main core. Beds were easily the comfiest we had of our entire trip! Kate was such a wonderful host, helping us with figuring out how to traverse the city. I cannot understate how amazing everyone was to us! Thank you so much for making our stay fantastic!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
Price from
US$212
1 night, 2 adults

Ground floor Appartment shared with host

Leith, Edinburgh

Situated in Edinburgh in the Lothian region, Ground floor Appartment shared with host has a patio and garden views. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace.

H
Héctor
From
Spain
Linda is very kind and she made us feel like at home
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$143.10
1 night, 2 adults

Innisfail Edi

Corstorphine, Edinburgh

Set in Edinburgh and only 2.6 km from Edinburgh Zoo, Innisfail Edi offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

E
Eleonora
From
Italy
The owner is super kind and helpful, the room has a lot of comfort (like a small fridge, a microwave oven, the espresso coffee machine) and the bathroom too has a lot of stuff that you can use. I loved the warm ambience and I felt like at home. The place is well connected by public transport and you can check-out at any time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews
Price from
US$113.29
1 night, 2 adults

Relaxing, cozy 1 double room

Portobello, Edinburgh

Offering a garden and mountain view, Relaxing, cozy 1 double room is located in Edinburgh, 3.1 km from Arthurs Seat and 5.4 km from Edinburgh Waverley station.

A
Aleksandra
From
Turkey
the family gave us a really warm welcome, the room had everything we needed, the location of the house is very convenient, the bus stop is right next to it and it takes about half an hour to get to the city center. we loved chatting to the family and we also met their amazing cats! Anna gave us some valuable recommendations about the city.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
Price from
US$178.88
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
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Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Edinburgh and nearby

Located in the centre of Edinburgh, less than 1 km from Edinburgh Waverley station, Central penthouse with nice view provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi and a flat-screen TV.

From US$703.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,973 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, 613 reviews

The CITY- Braveheart House in Edinburgh offers accommodation with free WiFi, less than 1 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre, a 15-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle and 1.6 km from...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 6,172 reviews

This friendly, family-run Victorian guest house offers modern en-suite rooms across 3 neighboring Victorian townhouses.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,710 reviews

Set in Edinburgh, less than 1 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre and a 16-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle, The Residence - NO 57 offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic...

From US$159 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,037 reviews

Haymarket Station Rooms is a recently renovated guest house in the centre of Edinburgh, less than 1 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre and a 15-minute walk from Murrayfield Stadium.

From US$101.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

The Tartan Accommodation is located in the Broughton district of Edinburgh, 1.7 km from Royal Mile, 2.8 km from National Museum of Scotland and 2.8 km from Royal Yacht Britannia.

From US$137.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

Luxury Family Room With Private bathroom in the heart of Edinburgh is situated in the Leith district of Edinburgh, 1.1 km from Edinburgh Playhouse, 1.6 km from Royal Mile and 2.4 km from National...

From US$596.25 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Edinburgh and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 839 reviews

Right in the centre of Edinburgh, The Residence - NO 8 features rooms with free WiFi. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Set in the centre of Edinburgh, Central 1 Bed - 10 Min Walk to Edinburgh Castle offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,420 reviews

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

No15 Castle View

Edinburgh
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews

Offering city views, No15 Castle View is set in the Edinburgh City Centre district of Edinburgh, 700 metres from Edinburgh Castle and 1.1 km from National Museum of Scotland.

From US$214.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

Located 1 km from Edinburgh Castle, 1.1 km from National Museum of Scotland and 1.4 km from The Real Mary King's Close, Central Room In Historic Tenement Shared Apartment Near Old Town provides...

From US$159 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,332 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
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 945 reviews

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

From US$239.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,794 reviews

In Edinburgh’s New Town, the Elder York Guest House is 500 metres from Princes Street. Situated on the second floor, it offers easy access to the city’s sights and breakfasts.

From US$190.80 per night

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

City Centre En-Suite Room

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 320 reviews

Set in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh Playhouse, Royal Mile and National Museum of Scotland, City Centre En-Suite Room features free WiFi.

The Braveheart House

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

The Braveheart House in Edinburgh features accommodation with free WiFi, less than 1 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre, a 15-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle and 1.6 km from National...

IVY House

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

Set in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Edinburgh Castle and National Museum of Scotland, IVY House features free WiFi.

Sheens House

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 340 reviews

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

From US$230.55 per night

IVY- Braveheart Guest House

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,195 reviews

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

Cruachan Guest House

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 966 reviews

Situated in Edinburgh in the Lothian region, Cruachan Guest House is a 3-star property boasting free WiFi.

A Room in the City - West

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 380 reviews

Centrally located, just 19 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Castle, A Room in the City - West is set in a building dating back to 1700s.

Averon Guest House

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,860 reviews

In Edinburgh’s city centre, Averon Guest House has spacious rooms, free Wi-Fi and free private parking.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - 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
Avg. price/night: US$262.35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,695 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: US$116.87
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - 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
Avg. price/night: US$262.35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,695 reviews
Lovely host, very nice breakfast, wonderful decorations
Guest review by
Jan
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$159.86
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$139.13
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 620 reviews
Sense of home stay
Guest review by
Ayman
Family with young children