11 of the best cheap hotels in Edinburgh: Where to stay for location and quality if you’re on a budget

Author: Suzy Pope

Published: Jan, 14 2025 10:47

A trip to the Scottish capital doesn’t have to be expensive, especially when there are these budget-friendly hotels to enjoy during your stay. From the prim and proper Miss Jean Brodie to the Royal residence at Holyrood, Edinburgh has long been seen as the landed gentry of Scottish cities. It’s ancient, it’s charming and it’s…well, it’s a bit posh. This is the city where literature is woven into the fabric of its history, from Robert Louis Stevenson to JK Rowling, where Michelin-starred restaurants sit in regal Georgian townhouses and a sprawling castle complex presides over the city centre. All in all, Edinburgh feels regal, resplendent and extravagant.

Image Credit: The Independent [Spend a night in the Scottish capital at Parliament House Hotel]

The towering townhouses of the New Town and storied streets of the Old Town house many a luxury hotel where booking a room for the night can be eye-wateringly expensive. But a stay in the Scottish capital doesn’t have to come with a huge price tag. Here’s a selection of the best cheap hotels in Edinburgh for a stay without spending a fortune and without compromising on quality.

Image Credit: The Independent [For good value and a stay the centre of Edinburgh, Stewart by Heeton is the place]

Just a few steps from Waverley railway station, it doesn’t get more central than the Parliament House Hotel. Calton Hill is your neighbour and Princes Street is mere footsteps away. There’s a charming, boutique feel inside where wood-panelled walls keep things classy and tartan soft furnishings are a reminder that you’re in the capital of Scotland. The cosy lounge is set around an open fire which is a delight when accompanied by a peaty malt from the drinks cabinet in the snug.

Image Credit: The Independent [The Georgian architecture and chandeliers add a touch of elegance to this hotel]

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