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The Lane Hotel

Hotel in Morningside, Edinburgh

Situated in Edinburgh and with Edinburgh International Conference Centre reachable within 2.5 km, The Lane Hotel features a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

M
Max
From
Czech Republic
Amazing nice rooms for great price Nice and kind people The pub is great
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,555 reviews
Price from
US$106.12
1 night, 2 adults

Destiny Scotland - Distillers House

West End, Edinburgh

Destiny Scotland - Distillers House offers self-catering accommodation in a period building in Edinburgh's West End. Guests can enjoy free WiFi at the property.

K
Kanami
From
Japan
Room was big enough and cooking equipment was available. About 15minutes walk from main station and main street.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,085 reviews
Price from
US$146.52
1 night, 2 adults

28 York Place Hotel

Hotel in Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh

In the heart of Edinburgh, a 5-minute walk from Waverley Rail Station, 28 York Place Hotel offers a lounge bar, free WiFi and bedrooms with views.

S
Sinead
From
Ireland
The hotel was just exceptional, the staff were so nice, our room was perfect. There isn't one thing I could fault. I'd definitely stay again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,308 reviews
Price from
US$140.69
1 night, 2 adults

Destiny Scotland -The Malt House Apartments

West End, Edinburgh

Situated in the heart of Edinburgh’s city centre, Malt House Apartments are only 2 minutes’ walk to the west end of Princes Street.

L
Linda
From
France
Easily accessible , clean and comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,315 reviews
Price from
US$146.52
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Ceilidh-Donia

Hotel in Newington, Edinburgh

This small, family-run metro hotel has easy access by bus to Edinburgh city centre, less than 2 miles away. It offers free on-street parking, free WiFi, en-suite rooms and a bar.

E
Edith Alina
From
Romania
It is a very nice hotel, very clean, not far from city center (easily reached by bus, 10-15 minutes). Breakfast was delicious, the owners are very friendly and nice, Kevin made us feel welcome. It was very quiet. We would definitely stay there again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,005 reviews
Price from
US$141.10
1 night, 2 adults

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.

L
Lenka
From
Slovakia
Lovely room with a bathroom built inside. I loved the small bath. The staff was nice and helpfull. Free coffee and tea each day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 622 reviews
Price from
US$94.31
1 night, 2 adults

Peggyslea Farm B&B

Edinburgh

Situated in Edinburgh and only 21 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Peggyslea Farm B&B features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

L
Liesbetb
From
Netherlands
Beautifull location, nice and friendly staff. Excellent breakfast and great rooms.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
Price from
US$198.98
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...

M
Madelein
From
South Africa
Perfect location to use as base. Excellent and reasonably priced restaurants and bars within walking distance. Spacious and very comfortable rooms - we even had a small table with chairs in the room. We appreciated the coffee, tea and small instant breakfast that was provided. Small fridge was a bonus. Friendly and helpful hosts.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 406 reviews
Price from
US$168.83
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.

P
Petkevičiūtė
From
Lithuania
Very clean and cosy guest house. Nice communication, good location, comfortable bed. Thanks for a nice stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 716 reviews
Price from
US$162.13
1 night, 2 adults

West Coates Mansion

Hotel in Murrayfield, Edinburgh

Set in Edinburgh, within 800 metres of Murrayfield Stadium and 1.3 km of Edinburgh International Conference Centre, West Coates Mansion offers accommodation with a terrace and as well as free private...

H
Hussain
From
United Kingdom
Exceptionally comfortable stay with spotless rooms and wonderfully helpful staff. Spacious rooms made relaxing effortless, and every detail felt well maintained. Perfect for anyone seeking cleanliness, comfort, and ample space. I wish the new owners a successful journey. Highly recommended I shall be back in February.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$1,205.95
1 night, 2 adults
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The Lane Hotel

Hotel in Morningside, Edinburgh

Situated in Edinburgh and with Edinburgh International Conference Centre reachable within 2.5 km, The Lane Hotel features a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

M
Max
From
Czech Republic
Amazing nice rooms for great price Nice and kind people The pub is great
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,555 reviews
Price from
US$106.12
1 night, 2 adults

Destiny Scotland - Distillers House

West End, Edinburgh

Destiny Scotland - Distillers House offers self-catering accommodation in a period building in Edinburgh's West End. Guests can enjoy free WiFi at the property.

K
Kanami
From
Japan
Room was big enough and cooking equipment was available. About 15minutes walk from main station and main street.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,085 reviews
Price from
US$146.52
1 night, 2 adults

28 York Place Hotel

Hotel in Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh

In the heart of Edinburgh, a 5-minute walk from Waverley Rail Station, 28 York Place Hotel offers a lounge bar, free WiFi and bedrooms with views.

S
Sinead
From
Ireland
The hotel was just exceptional, the staff were so nice, our room was perfect. There isn't one thing I could fault. I'd definitely stay again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,308 reviews
Price from
US$140.69
1 night, 2 adults

Destiny Scotland -The Malt House Apartments

West End, Edinburgh

Situated in the heart of Edinburgh’s city centre, Malt House Apartments are only 2 minutes’ walk to the west end of Princes Street.

L
Linda
From
France
Easily accessible , clean and comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,315 reviews
Price from
US$146.52
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Ceilidh-Donia

Hotel in Newington, Edinburgh

This small, family-run metro hotel has easy access by bus to Edinburgh city centre, less than 2 miles away. It offers free on-street parking, free WiFi, en-suite rooms and a bar.

E
Edith Alina
From
Romania
It is a very nice hotel, very clean, not far from city center (easily reached by bus, 10-15 minutes). Breakfast was delicious, the owners are very friendly and nice, Kevin made us feel welcome. It was very quiet. We would definitely stay there again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,005 reviews
Price from
US$141.10
1 night, 2 adults

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.

L
Lenka
From
Slovakia
Lovely room with a bathroom built inside. I loved the small bath. The staff was nice and helpfull. Free coffee and tea each day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 622 reviews
Price from
US$94.31
1 night, 2 adults

Peggyslea Farm B&B

Edinburgh

Situated in Edinburgh and only 21 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Peggyslea Farm B&B features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

L
Liesbetb
From
Netherlands
Beautifull location, nice and friendly staff. Excellent breakfast and great rooms.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
Price from
US$198.98
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...

M
Madelein
From
South Africa
Perfect location to use as base. Excellent and reasonably priced restaurants and bars within walking distance. Spacious and very comfortable rooms - we even had a small table with chairs in the room. We appreciated the coffee, tea and small instant breakfast that was provided. Small fridge was a bonus. Friendly and helpful hosts.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 406 reviews
Price from
US$168.83
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.

P
Petkevičiūtė
From
Lithuania
Very clean and cosy guest house. Nice communication, good location, comfortable bed. Thanks for a nice stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 716 reviews
Price from
US$162.13
1 night, 2 adults

West Coates Mansion

Hotel in Murrayfield, Edinburgh

Set in Edinburgh, within 800 metres of Murrayfield Stadium and 1.3 km of Edinburgh International Conference Centre, West Coates Mansion offers accommodation with a terrace and as well as free private...

H
Hussain
From
United Kingdom
Exceptionally comfortable stay with spotless rooms and wonderfully helpful staff. Spacious rooms made relaxing effortless, and every detail felt well maintained. Perfect for anyone seeking cleanliness, comfort, and ample space. I wish the new owners a successful journey. Highly recommended I shall be back in February.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$1,205.95
1 night, 2 adults
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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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Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+) has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Edinburgh.

From US$74.77 per night
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Cosy, convenient and super chic, the 4-star Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel has rooms with extraordinary views and is designed for special stays.

From US$140.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,847 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$186.92 per night
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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.

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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$187.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
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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.

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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.

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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$174.19 per night

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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.

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Situated in central Edinburgh, the High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere offers free WiFi in all areas.

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Motel One Edinburgh-Princes is set in the heart of Princes Street and less than 5 minutes’ walk from Edinburgh Waverley Station. This contemporary hotel features a bar and a 24-hour front desk.

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