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Homestays in Edinburgh

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The best homestays in Edinburgh

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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.

Most booked homestays in Edinburgh and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,114 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,571 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,861 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,034 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,986 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,763 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,015 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,692 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 6,156 reviews

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

Balmore Guest House

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 6,156 reviews

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

From US$87.60 per night

Haymarket Flat

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.4
Poor - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Located in Edinburgh, 1.4 km from Edinburgh Castle and 2.2 km from Murrayfield Stadium, Haymarket Flat provides accommodation with amenities such as free WiFi and a flat-screen TV.

Haymarket Station Rooms

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,015 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$76.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 507 reviews

Offering city views, Edinburgh Travel Guest House is an accommodation situated in Edinburgh, 1.8 km from University of Edinburgh and 2.2 km from Royal Mile.

From US$93.52 per night

Abbotsford Guest House

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,103 reviews

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

From US$117.20 per night

Allison House 17

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,034 reviews

This Georgian building is now a family-run guest house with easy access to Edinburgh city centre by bus. It offers free WiFi, free parking and en suite rooms with flat-screen TVs.

From US$117.07 per night

Mayfair Guest House

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 957 reviews

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

From US$92.07 per night

Leith House

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 814 reviews

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

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Edinburgh and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 975 reviews

Situated in the centre of Edinburgh, 500 metres from Royal Mile, the historic Hanover 71 Suites features accommodation with free WiFi and a bar.

From US$246.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 195 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 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 59 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...

From US$138.11 per night

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$698.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 317 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 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

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

From US$118.38 per night

The Suite No48

Edinburgh
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 452 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.

From US$131.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,732 reviews

Set in Edinburgh, less than 1 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre and a 16-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle, The Residence - NO 57 offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic...

From US$124.96 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Edinburgh and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,692 reviews

Situated within 1.3 km of Edinburgh Waverley station and less than 1 km of Edinburgh Playhouse in Edinburgh, East Claremont Guest House features accommodation with seating area.

From US$195.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 771 reviews

In central Edinburgh, this 4-star Georgian town house offers free Wi-Fi and free parking. The local bus service allows easy access to Edinburgh city centre.

From US$265.70 per night

23 Mayfield

Edinburgh
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

Featuring a garden and views of mountain, 23 Mayfield is a guest house situated in a historic building in Edinburgh, 1.9 km from University of Edinburgh.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 864 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.

Samsara Home

Edinburgh
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

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

From US$116.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 863 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$80.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

Arden House - rooms with continental breakfast is set in Musselburgh, 8.5 km from Arthurs Seat, 11 km from Edinburgh Waverley station, and 11 km from Edinburgh Playhouse.

From US$151.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 839 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.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews
John was a great host, very welcoming and made us feel right at home. A top notch B&B, in a great location and very reasonably priced at peak festival time. Woukd highly recommend for a long wknd in Edinburgh!
Guest review by
Tom
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$195.33
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,692 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
Avg. price/night: US$109.57
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 104 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$195.33
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,692 reviews
Lovely host, very nice breakfast, wonderful decorations
Guest review by
Jan
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$158.70
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$131.54
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 627 reviews
Sense of home stay
Guest review by
Ayman
Family with young children