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The best cheap hotels in Edinburgh

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,860 reviews

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

    From US$247.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 5,768 reviews

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

    From US$470.19 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews

    Set in the centre of Edinburgh, just less than 1 km from Edinburgh Castle and a 5-minute walk from National Museum of Scotland, The West Bow Apartment offers accommodation with city views and free...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 305 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and city views, 2Bedroom apartment by the castle is an accommodation set in the heart of Edinburgh, just 400 metres from The Real Mary King's Close and 500 metres from National...

    From US$563.96 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews

    Situated conveniently in Edinburgh, Moment George IV Bridge offers a continental breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$381.41 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews

    Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments offers accommodation within 200 metres of the centre of Edinburgh, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave.

    From US$460.76 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 576 reviews

    Royal Mile Romance by Edinburgh Heritage Collection offers accommodation within 70 metres of the centre of Edinburgh, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with an oven, a microwave and kitchenware.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

    Situated in the centre of Edinburgh, Stunning 5BR Royal Mile Penthouse features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 461 reviews

    Located just off the Royal Mile, No.1 Apartments - George IV Bridge is a stunning development a 5-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle. Free WiFi is accessible throughout.

    From US$368.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and mountain views, 2 Bed Old Town Apartment - Next To Castle is an accommodation located in the centre of Edinburgh, just less than 1 km from Edinburgh Castle and a 12-minute walk...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 914 reviews

    Museum Apartments offers accommodation within 200 metres of the centre of Edinburgh, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,999 reviews

    In Edinburgh’s Old Town, Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only is conveniently located 11 minutes’ walk from Waverley Train Station, and 3 minutes from Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

    3 Bedrooms Flat in Central Edinburgh Old Town Sleeps 6 is situated in the Old Town district of Edinburgh, less than 1 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre, a 11-minute walk from Edinburgh...

    From US$532.16 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

    Set in the centre of Edinburgh, just 200 metres from The Real Mary King's Close and 300 metres from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, Royal Mile St Giles St offers accommodation with sea views...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,844 reviews

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

    From US$347.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    In the Old Town district of Edinburgh, close to Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Castle View Central Flat features free WiFi and a washing machine.

    From US$394.07 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Edinburgh and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 10,649 reviews

    Situated in the centre of Edinburgh, the Motel One Edinburgh-Royal is 5 minutes’ walk away from the train station, and only half a mile from the Castle. Guests can reach the historical St.

    From US$282.92 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,723 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 US$394.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,264 reviews

    Well set in the centre of Edinburgh, St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Old Town provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,566 reviews

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

    From US$269.18 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 9,844 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 US$362.54 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews

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

    From US$936.34 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,436 reviews

    Situated 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 US$388.01 per night

  • Ten Hill Place

    Edinburgh
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,379 reviews

    Just 0.5 miles from Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station, this 4-star Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive is owned by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and offers free WiFi.

    From US$308.52 per night

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