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Code Pod Hostels - The Court - Edinburgh - Bar
Code Pod Hostels - The Court
Old Town
8.7Very Good(4389)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£151+
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Dakota Edinburgh - Edinburgh - Restaurant
Dakota Edinburgh
Edinburgh, SCT, United Kingdom
8.8Very Good(3255)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£153+
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Novotel Edinburgh Park - Edinburgh - Pool
Novotel Edinburgh Park
Edinburgh, SCT, United Kingdom
8.8Very Good(3596)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£166+
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Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge - Edinburgh - Restaurant
Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge
Edinburgh, SCT, United Kingdom
8.5Very Good(2049)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£195+
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Staycity Aparthotels West End - Edinburgh - Bedroom
Staycity Aparthotels West End
Edinburgh, SCT, United Kingdom
8.5Very Good(5407)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£197+
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Mercure Edinburgh Haymarket - Edinburgh - Bedroom
Mercure Edinburgh Haymarket
Edinburgh, SCT, United Kingdom
8.6Very Good(3645)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£208+
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Ten Hill Place, BW Premier Collection - Edinburgh - Bar
Ten Hill Place, BW Premier Collection
Newington
8.9Very Good(2541)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£211+
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Motel One Edinburgh-Royal - Edinburgh - Bar
Motel One Edinburgh-Royal
Old Town
8.6Very Good(7197)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
£217+
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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel - Edinburgh - Lobby
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Old Town
8.5Very Good(4147)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£233+
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Apex Waterloo Place Hotel - Edinburgh - Bedroom
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
New Town
8.7Very Good(3622)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£240+
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Ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square - Edinburgh - Building
Ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square
New Town
8.7Very Good(4940)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£271+
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Wilde Aparthotels Edinburgh Grassmarket - Edinburgh - Bar
Wilde Aparthotels Edinburgh Grassmarket
Old Town
8.9Very Good(2429)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£273+
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Hotel Indigo Edinburgh - Princes Street - Edinburgh - Patio
Hotel Indigo Edinburgh - Princes Street
New Town
8.7Very Good(2720)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£300+
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The Bonham Hotel - Edinburgh - Bedroom
The Bonham Hotel
West End
9.2Wonderful(2194)
Free Wi-Fi
£331+
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Virgin Hotels Edinburgh - Edinburgh - Bedroom
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Old Town
8.9Very Good(1786)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£408+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for budget hotels in Edinburgh

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Edinburgh with confidence.

How much does a budget hotel room in Edinburgh cost?

The average price for a budget hotel in Edinburgh is £185 but this can vary depending on the season, the star rating of the hotel and when you’ve booked. In the last 7 days, the cheapest price found on KAYAK was £114.

Which month has the cheapest rates for budget hotels?

Budget hotels in Edinburgh are cheapest in January, with an average rate of £73. On the other hand, they are at their most expensive in September, where the average price is £215.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a budget hotel in Edinburgh?

The lowest prices can usually be found on Monday, where the average nightly price is £165. The most expensive night is generally Saturday, where the average price is £206.

Which neighbourhood do KAYAK users most love to book their budget hotel in Edinburgh?

The most popular neighbourhood in Edinburgh among KAYAK users to search for a budget hotel is Leith, with an average price of £132. Edinburgh House Hotel, Park View House, and Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG rank among the highest-rated hotels in Leith.

How much is a budget hotel in Edinburgh for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star budget hotel room in Edinburgh found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was £127, while a 4-star budget hotel the lowest price was £118. The cheapest room found overall was for £127.

How much is a budget hotel in Edinburgh for this weekend?

The cheapest budget hotel room in Edinburgh for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for £156 per night. For the same dates, 3-star budget hotel rooms have been found for as low as £133 per night and 4-star budget hotel rooms from £152 per night.

How early should you book a budget hotel in Edinburgh?

Book at least 67 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Edinburgh budget hotel.
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Cheapest month to stay with an average 50% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 49% rise in price.
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The cheapest budget hotel room rate in the last 7 days

KAYAK's top tips for finding Edinburgh budget hotel deals

  • Prices for budget hotels in Edinburgh are cheaper in the low season, which is in January and March.
  • Budget room prices can vary depending on different factors. However, generally, rooms cost less on a Monday. The most expensive night for a stay is Saturday.
  • The cheapest budget hotel room in Edinburgh found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £161. The most expensive cost £360.

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