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Britannia Edinburgh Hotel

Great for groups

1.83 km from city center

Lowest price we found for this hotel

From

$ 150

a night

Hotel Indigo - Edinburgh - Princes Street by IHG

Great for groups

0.18 km from city center

Lowest price we found for this hotel

From

$ 372

a night

Dakota Edinburgh

13.31 km from city center

Lowest price we found for this hotel

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$ 224

a night

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Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Great for families

4.75 km from city center

Lowest price we found for this hotel

From

$ 220

a night

Ibis Budget Edinburgh Park

Great for families

8.06 km from city center

Lowest price we found for this hotel

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$ 192

a night

Kildonan Lodge Hotel

3.11 km from city center

Lowest price we found for this hotel

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$ 192

a night

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

0.43 km from city center

Lowest price we found for this hotel

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$ 496

a night

Malmaison Edinburgh

3.21 km from city center

Lowest price we found for this hotel

From

$ 261

a night

Delta Hotels Edinburgh

Great for families

7.53 km from city center

Lowest price we found for this hotel

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$ 312

a night

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Hotels in Edinburgh rated best by other travelers

Rated by travelers as the best in the city, these stays all get 5 stars for cleanliness, customer service and location.

Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel

3.37 km from city center

$620

Per night

Market Street Hotel

0.25 km from city center

$413

Per night

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

0.43 km from city center

$496

Per night

Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel

3.37 km from city center

$620

Per night

Market Street Hotel

0.25 km from city center

$413

Per night

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

0.43 km from city center

$496

Per night

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Highest-rated hotel	Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel – 5
Cheapest month to book	January
Average 4-star hotel price	$348 per night
Average 5-star hotel price	$626 per night

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Finding cheap hotels in Edinburgh: FAQs

What’s the weather like in Edinburgh?

In Edinburgh, the expected average temperature in April is 6°C. The warmest month is typically July, which averages 17°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is October, and the driest month is May.

Can I cancel or amend my hotel reservation last minute if I need to?

You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Edinburgh with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.

Can I get a last-minute Edinburgh hotel deal?

Of course, the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $96 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $96 per night.

Is it more expensive to stay in Edinburgh hotels on weekends?

The average price of a hotel during the week is $451 per night, and the average price on weekends is $499. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Edinburgh could be Monday.

What airports are the closest to the center of Edinburgh?

The nearest airport to Edinburgh is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 10.6km from the city center.

Other airports include:

Dundee Airport, which is 56.8km from the city center.
Glasgow International Airport, which is 77.9km from the city center.

What day is cheapest to stay in hotels in Edinburgh?

We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Monday is the cheapest day to stay in Edinburgh, and the most expensive day seems to be Saturday.

How much do 3-star hotels cost in Edinburgh?

The average price of a 3-star hotel in Edinburgh is currently around $333 per night, and the cheapest 3-star hotel we've found is $96 per night.

How much do 4-star hotels cost in Edinburgh?

The average price of a 4-star hotel in Edinburgh is currently around $429 per night, and the cheapest 4-star hotel we've found is $160 per night.

How much do 5-star luxury hotels cost in Edinburgh?

The average price of a 5-star hotel in Edinburgh is currently around $765 per night, and the cheapest 5-star hotel we've found is $327 per night.

When is the best time to stay in a hotel in Edinburgh?

The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Edinburgh is January, with an average price of $218 per night. The most expensive month is August, when the average room rate can be up to $874 per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels to fancy 5-star hotels.