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Travel insights for holiday rentals in Edinburgh

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a holiday rental in Edinburgh including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Edinburgh?

The cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Edinburgh is April ($131). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Edinburgh is December ($256).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a vacation rental in Edinburgh?

The cheapest day to stay in Edinburgh is Saturday ($123). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $203.

How far ahead should you book a vacation rental in Edinburgh?

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 12 days before your trip to Edinburgh. The lowest price found when booking 12 days ahead was $179 per night.

Cheapest holiday rentals in Edinburgh, Scotland

Discover affordable stays in Edinburgh that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Edinburgh can be found for as low as $96 per night. There is currently one property in Edinburgh that can be booked for this price. Highfield Cottage is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025
These are the lowest prices we've found on vacation rentals in Edinburgh at the moment. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
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Kirknewton, United Kingdom
0.6 km from city centre
$96
Avg. per night
28 Gilmore Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$105
Avg. per night
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
4.5 km from city centre
$162
Avg. per night
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.9 km from city centre
$196
Avg. per night
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
$288
Avg. per night
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 km from city centre
$294
Avg. per night
Inverness, United Kingdom
16.5 km from city centre
$295
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Edinburgh

Find the perfect holiday rental for your stay in Edinburgh. There are 4,995 hotels in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on 30 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in Edinburgh is $190/night.
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Picardy Place, 16-22, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$184
Avg. per night
1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$485
Avg. per night
94 Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$1,458
Avg. per night
493 Lawnmarket,The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$191
Avg. per night
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$58
Avg. per night
2 West Port, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$32
Avg. per night
5/2 West Register Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$40
Avg. per night
3 James Court 493 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$302
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Edinburgh

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Edinburgh to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
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Facts about staying in Edinburgh

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Edinburgh to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
  • How much does a holiday rental in Edinburgh cost?

    The average cost for a holiday rental in Edinburgh is $190/night. A good holiday rental deal in Edinburgh would be for $152/night or less. The cheapest rental deal found recently by our users was $32/night. If you’re flexible with your travel dates, then try to avoid booking July, the most expensive month of the year. Booking September is the cheapest month to book a holiday rental in Edinburgh.

  • What part of Edinburgh is best to stay in?

    Old Town is the best part of Edinburgh to stay in based on our user data. Out of all our users who looked at Edinburgh holiday rentals, 97% of them looked for stays in the Old Town neighbourhood in the last year. The The Knight Residence by Mansley happens to be the most popular holiday rental in the Old Town neighbourhood of Edinburgh.

  • Are there any Aparthotel holiday rentals in Edinburgh?

    Yes, there are 34 Aparthotel holiday rentals in Edinburgh. According to our data, Wilde Aparthotels Edinburgh Grassmarket is currently the most popular Aparthotel rental in the city.

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