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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 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 595 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,035 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,576 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,757 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,985 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,028 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 936 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,685 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Edinburgh

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 6,174 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Edinburgh and nearby

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

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,685 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 767 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$311.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,167 reviews

This Victorian building is on the A8 into the city centre, 500 metres from Edinburgh Haymarket Rail Station. It offers free parking, free Wi-Fi and traditionally decorated rooms.

From US$125.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 874 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$80.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 840 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Set in the centre of Edinburgh, Central 1 Bed - 10 Min Walk to Edinburgh Castle offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,424 reviews

Located in Edinburgh, near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, National Museum of Scotland and Royal Mile, EdinB&B features free WiFi.

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

IVY House

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 250 reviews

Set in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Edinburgh Castle and National Museum of Scotland, IVY House features free WiFi.

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.

From US$94.28 per night

Haymarket Station Rooms

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,028 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$117.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 513 reviews

Located in Edinburgh, within 2.2 km of Royal Mile and 2.3 km of National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh Travel Guest House features free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$81.32 per night

Mayfair Guest House

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 947 reviews

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

From US$91.66 per night

Leith House

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 818 reviews

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

From US$113.92 per night

Arrandale Guest House

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,447 reviews

Featuring a garden and views of garden, Arrandale Guest House is a recently renovated guest house located in Edinburgh, 2.2 km from National Museum of Scotland.

From US$112.61 per night

Adelphi Hotel

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,757 reviews

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

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 198 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$212.13 per night
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$157.13 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$695.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 319 reviews

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

From US$200.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

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

From US$124.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 6,174 reviews

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

From US$117.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 366 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 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,728 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$144.04 per night

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Homestays that guests love in Edinburgh

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,685 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$109.08
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 105 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,685 reviews
Lovely host, very nice breakfast, wonderful decorations
Guest review by
Jan
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$157.99
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 271 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$168.92
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 628 reviews
Sense of home stay
Guest review by
Ayman
Family with young children