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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.

I
Ignat
From
Bulgaria
The receptionist Silvia is a great host! The rooms are perfectly clean, quiet, well-heated and comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 543 reviews
Price from
US$95.22
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...

A
Anne-Marie MacQueen
From
Norway
Lorna was amazing. The food was fabulous, the room was clean and comfy and we've never been so well taken care of.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews
Price from
US$160.86
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.

N
Nada
From
France
The owners are ADORABLE.. only that would have been enough but add to that the bedroom was so good with such a confortable bed. The breakfast was delicious. And I could go on and on. Do not hesitate one second to book at JustB !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
Price from
US$194.12
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...

N
Nicolas
From
Belgium
Beautiful place, nice accomodations.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 351 reviews
Price from
US$167.99
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.

J
Janka
From
Slovakia
The accommodation here was perfect! We had a really nice girly room with a makeup table. We used to come by bus which is only about 10 minutes from the city centre. The personal was so nice to us, everything we needed was there. They were replying on every message and were so helpful. The cleaning lady was also so nice and every morning brought us a package of food (breakfast). I was so surprised about that and it was amazing. Definitely highly recommend this accommodation in a really beautiful area of Scotland 😊
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 692 reviews
Price from
US$161.32
1 night, 2 adults

Albyn Townhouse

Bruntsfield, Edinburgh

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

a
alexandre
From
France
So charming place . So helpful for everything. I truly recommend the place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 540 reviews
Price from
US$183.99
1 night, 2 adults

City Getaway - Homestay

Edinburgh

Featuring quiet street views, City Getaway - Homestay offers accommodation with a patio, around 5.3 km from Murrayfield Stadium.

M
Matías
From
Spain
Good communication with the host and a nice room in a quiet location 🙂
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Price from
US$186.66
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.

D
Daniel
From
Spain
We felt like home in this amazing place. Thank you so much, Raffaella, for your flexibility and help, available to accommodate our requests and making your home the ideal and homely place for your guests. We would surely try to book again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews
Price from
US$119.99
1 night, 2 adults

Little Universe

Edinburgh

Located just 4.5 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, Little Universe provides accommodation in Edinburgh with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

S
Spriggins
From
Australia
The host was absolutely lovely, so helpful and kind! The location was great with plenty of transport into Edinburgh and not far from everything you could need.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Price from
US$95.99
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 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Price from
US$193.79
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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  • Samsara Home

    Edinburgh
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

    3 km from Arthurs Seat in Edinburgh, Samsara Home offers accommodation with access to spa facilities, wellness packages and beauty services.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 809 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$107.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 837 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.

  • No15 Castle View

    Edinburgh
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 179 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$194.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,286 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, 876 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 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,822 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 311 reviews

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

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 55 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...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,008 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.

  • The Braveheart House

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 102 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...

  • the CITY- Braveheart House

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 550 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...

  • IVY House

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 231 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.

  • IVY- Braveheart Guest House

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,192 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.

    From US$111.99 per night
  • Cruachan Guest House

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 965 reviews

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

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$707.96 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Double room with garden In The Heart of Edinburgh is set in the Edinburgh City Centre district of Edinburgh, 500 metres from Edinburgh Playhouse, less than 1 km from Royal Mile and 1.7 km from Camera...

    From US$197.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 981 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$119.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

    Spacious Double Room 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 Museum of Scotland.

    From US$239.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,077 reviews

    Abbotsford Guest House is ideally located just a 15-minute stroll from the heart of Edinburgh city centre.

    From US$226.79 per night
  • Leith House

    Edinburgh
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 821 reviews

    Dating back to 1880, Leith House is situated in the heart of Edinburgh, just 1 mile from the city centre.

  • Cambridge House

    Edinburgh
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 902 reviews

    Dating back to 1880, Cambridge House is set 1 mile from both the historic city centre and the Leith docks area of Edinburgh.

  • Adelphi Hotel

    Edinburgh
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,782 reviews

    On the edge of Leith Links’ park, the Adelphi Private Hotel offers guest accommodation in a Georgian townhouse.

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  • Avg. price/night: US$290.38
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,689 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 103 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$290.38
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,689 reviews
    Lovely host, very nice breakfast, wonderful decorations
    Guest review by
    Jan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$174.79
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 267 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$171.99
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 632 reviews
    Sense of home stay
    Guest review by
    Ayman
    Family with young children