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Kingston Guesthouse

Newington, Edinburgh

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Kingston Guesthouse provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi. This guest house features free private parking and luggage storage space.

B
Balfour
From
Canada
The room was beautiful with the high ceilings and bay window.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews
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US$182.59
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

K
Kaisa
From
Finland
This was a wonrderful stay in a beautiful house. Our room was lovely, it had all the amenities. We got more water delivered into the room every day. There is no breakfast per se, but there is a possibility to Easy bustrip to city cetnre. All in all the possibility to travel within the city from 4 Friends House is great. Also lovely walking path (The Water of Leith pathway) along the river is just a couple of minutes walk away. Super friendly staff. I forgot my book into the room and they delivered it to me to where I had gotten after check out!! Great communication through out. Thank you Lukas & Silvia!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 521 reviews
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US$96.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Ben Cruachan Guest House

Broughton, Edinburgh

Situated in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh Waverley station, Edinburgh Playhouse and Royal Mile, Ben Cruachan Guest House features free WiFi.

L
Lena
From
Portugal
Everything =) Staffs are great and very helpful. Amenities are very well prepared and the bed is comfortable. Good breakfast. A good location with good walking distance to other parts of the city. Highly recommended to stay!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
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US$189.35
1 night, 2 adults
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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...

R
Rosa
From
Spain
Lorna was very helpful and lovely to talk to. The room was everything we wanted and more. The beds were very comfortable and the breakfast was incredible.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 275 reviews
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US$163.18
1 night, 2 adults
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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...

C
Cox
From
Australia
The owners were very helpful and welcoming.The room was fantasticand the location amazing. The main bus route is half a block away. You do not need to use your car at all. Easy to navigate. Every day we got a breakfast bag and a lovely surpriseon EasterSaturday when we returned to our room that night a beautiful boxed Easter Egg. Very thoughtful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 339 reviews
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US$170.41
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

J
James
From
Canada
Wonderful, friendly staff…located in a quiet part of town
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 684 reviews
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US$163.65
1 night, 2 adults
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Albyn Townhouse

Bruntsfield, Edinburgh

The Albyn Townhouse is a generous 4-storey, 19th-century traditional town house.

H
Harel
From
Israel
The best place in Ediburgh. We love it so much. Thanks Lydia for all.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 546 reviews
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US$186.64
1 night, 2 adults
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Glenalmond House

Newington, Edinburgh

This Victorian guest house is 2.4 km from Edinburgh city centre, with easy access by bus. It has guaranteed free parking for each room, free Wi-Fi and traditionally decorated luxury rooms.

M
Michaela
From
Slovakia
Cosy and clean room, very friendly and helpful owners Jimmy and Fiona, great breakfast, location close to the city center
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 319 reviews
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US$327.30
1 night, 2 adults
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Armadillo Guest House

Edinburgh

Set within less than 1 km of Edinburgh International Conference Centre and a 16-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle, Armadillo Guest House in Edinburgh offers a garden and rooms with free WiFi.

s
shelly
From
Canada
Everything but the toilet in the shared bath.The room and bathroom were newly renovated,very nice., and clean. While the room is on the small side, the bed was very comfortable and we had everything we needed including a small fridge.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
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US$146.07
1 night, 2 adults
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Quiet room in vibrant Bruntsfield with private parking

Merchiston, Edinburgh

Set in Edinburgh in the Lothian region with Edinburgh International Conference Centre nearby, Quiet room in vibrant Bruntsfield with private parking offers accommodation with free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
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US$243.45
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Situated in Edinburgh, 400 metres from Edinburgh Waverley station and 1.2 km from Edinburgh Castle, Cosy Room in Heart of Edinburgh provides accommodation with amenities such as free WiFi and a flat-...

  • No15 Castle View

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 169 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 52 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...

  • No. 53 Frederick Street

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,278 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.

  • Queen Charlotte Guesthouse

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 850 reviews

    Well situated in the Edinburgh City Centre district of Edinburgh, Queen Charlotte Guesthouse is set 1 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, 600 metres from Edinburgh Castle and 1.2 km from...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,009 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.

  • Sheens House

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 336 reviews

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

  • IVY- Braveheart Guest House

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,181 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.

Enjoy breakfast in Edinburgh and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 877 reviews

    This traditional Victorian town house offers free secure parking, free Wi-Fi, full Scottish breakfasts and good-value en suite rooms. It has easy access to Edinburgh city centre by bus.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 625 reviews

    Acer Lodge is a traditional Scottish, family-run guest house situated on the A90 Queensferry Road, a 15-minute drive from the heart of Edinburgh by bus/car and Edinburgh Airport.

    From US$307.09 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 780 reviews

    Situated in Edinburgh and only 2.7 km from Cramond Beach, Edinburgh full house features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$109.55 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 967 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 391 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,868 reviews

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

    From US$240.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 709 reviews

    Situated in the centre of picturesque Edinburgh, this Georgian house is less than 15 minutes’ walk from the popular shops of Prince’s Street. It boasts free Wi-Fi available throughout.

  • The Suite No48

    Edinburgh
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 407 reviews

    Set in Edinburgh within 800 metres of Edinburgh International Conference Centre and 1.3 km of Edinburgh Castle, The Suite No48 offers rooms with free WiFi.

Great access to the city centre. 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 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.

  • 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$718.18 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 306 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 103 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...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 534 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, 6,194 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 340 reviews

    Situated in Edinburgh, 500 metres from EICC, Adam Drysdale House features free WiFi access. The rooms have a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,205 reviews

    Set in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Edinburgh Castle and National Museum of Scotland, Frederick Douglass - Rooms In The City features free WiFi.

    From US$188 per night

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  • East Claremont Guest House

    Homestay in Edinburgh
    Avg. price/night: US$294.57
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,697 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

  • Karibu Cottage near the airport

    Homestay in Edinburgh
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 101 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

  • East Claremont Guest House

    Homestay in Edinburgh
    Avg. price/night: US$294.57
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,697 reviews
    Lovely host, very nice breakfast, wonderful decorations
    Guest review by
    Jan
    Young couple

  • Whitecroft B&B

    Homestay in Edinburgh
    Avg. price/night: US$177.31
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 275 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

  • Acer Lodge Guest House

    Homestay in Edinburgh
    Avg. price/night: US$307.09
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 625 reviews
    Sense of home stay
    Guest review by
    Ayman
    Family with young children