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1. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,335 reviews)
"Great stay, thanks."
United Kingdom
Emma
$92 nightly
The price is $116
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
A building with two illuminated entrances, one with a 'R' sign and another with a 'P' sign, suggesting restrooms.

2. Revolver Edinburgh

Revolver Edinburgh
2.0 star property
West End
6.8 out of 10, (73 reviews)
"Comfy bedding/ beds, nice staff and overall nice place in general - about 20mins to main centre. The hostel is in a nice area would go again"
United Kingdom
Jason
$46 nightly
The price is $58
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Revolver Edinburgh
A hotel room with two beds, black curtains, a view of the city, and a small table with a lamp.

3. Edinburgh Travel Guest House

Edinburgh Travel Guest House
2.0 star property
Newington
7.4 out of 10, Good, (193 reviews)
"We loved our stay!! Clean, great price & amazing host!"
United States
John
$51 nightly
The price is $64
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Total with taxes and fees
Edinburgh Travel Guest House
A building entrance with a black door, two potted plants, and a sign reading "CAIRN APARTMENTS EDINBURGH".

4. Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel
2.0 star property
Leith
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"It was okay, good for a short stay"
United States
Amina
$115 nightly
The price is $145
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Total with taxes and fees
Cairn Hotel
A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a radiator.

5. Livingston Lodge Hotel

Livingston Lodge Hotel
2.5 star property
Livingston
7.0 out of 10, Good, (511 reviews)
"Plenty parking, rooom good with the puroses of an overnight stay for one person. Small and ample. Friendly reception staff at check in."
United Kingdom
Steve
$91 nightly
The price is $110
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Total with taxes and fees
Livingston Lodge Hotel
A stone building with a staircase leading to the entrance, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

6. Park View Rooms

Park View Rooms
2.0 star property
Leith
6.4 out of 10, (73 reviews)
"Conveniently located. Clean. Adequate parking."
United States
Marsha
$59 nightly
The price is $74
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
Park View Rooms
A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a red carpet, and a reception desk.

7. a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect for the youth. Great socialising, good facilities. Thursdays karaoke night was fun. Amenities are nice- pool table, board games, Pac-Man, morning continental breakfast (paid extra). Open 24x7"
United Kingdom
Mansi
$102 nightly
The price is $128
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Total with taxes and fees
a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
A spiral staircase with a copper handrail and black steps, leading to a lower level with a checkered floor.

8. Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (251 reviews)
"Location was perfect for the attractions on the Royal Mile. Also bus stop for airport."
United States
Alan
$86 nightly
The price is $108
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
A historic building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a prominent corner turret.

9. Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate

Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
2.5 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
7.2 out of 10, Good, (184 reviews)
"Near the city center"
United States
Agnes
$74 nightly
The price is $94
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
A dining area with a chandelier, white walls, and large windows.

10. Edinburgh City Hotel

Edinburgh City Hotel
2.0 star property
Corstorphine
6.8 out of 10, (21 reviews)
"Nothing too fancy but good for a nights stay and a clean and tidy room. Would use again if in Edinburgh."
United Kingdom
Douglas
$64 nightly
The price is $80
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Edinburgh City Hotel
A corridor with a vintage train-themed wall, a glass display case with plants, and a wooden bench.

11. Belford Hostel

Belford Hostel
2.0 star property
West End
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (50 reviews)
"A solid, budget friendly place to stay."
United Kingdom
Rowan
$57 nightly
The price is $71
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Belford Hostel
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a dining table, and a fireplace.

12. Regal Rooms

Regal Rooms
2.0 star property
Leith
5.8 out of 10, (30 reviews)
"This hotell is in a great place. The room is stunning, the staff is friendly. But the rooms do not get cleaned if you do not ask for it. We stayed for a week and when you stay that long you need a couple of cleanings. For a weekend it would be perfect."
Sweden
Elin
Regal Rooms
A dining table set with plates, glasses, and napkins, with a chandelier in the background.

13. Twin Lions Hotel

Twin Lions Hotel
2.0 star property
Murrayfield
7.4 out of 10, Good, (334 reviews)
"Had a lovely stay with very helpful staff."
United Kingdom
Ian
$86 nightly
The price is $108
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Twin Lions Hotel
A luxurious room with leather sofas and armchairs, large windows offering a view of the city, and a wooden ceiling with hanging elements.

14. Ocean Mist Leith

Ocean Mist Leith
2.5 star property
Leith
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (788 reviews)
"Good continental breakfast and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Gail
$160 nightly
The price is $201
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Ocean Mist Leith
A building with a 'HOUSE' sign, a gated entrance, and a small garden area.

15. Sakura Edinburgh Guest House

Sakura Edinburgh Guest House
2.5 star property
Southside
6.2 out of 10, (516 reviews)
"The hotel room was okay but what made this hotel good was the sta"
Canada
Olivia
$81 nightly
The price is $102
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Sakura Edinburgh Guest House
A building with a sign that reads "BURGERS DRINKS".

16. St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (192 reviews)
"Perfect for our one night stay as a group of 5 in a private room! Great location, clean, and relatively quiet!"
Canada
Alexis
$139 nightly
The price is $175
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a bench, a nightstand, a chair, and a window with curtains.

17. Gifford House

Gifford House
2.0 star property
Prestonfield
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (75 reviews)
"Beautiful building, convenient location, great shower, great coffee"
Canada
Wendy
$109 nightly
The price is $137
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Gifford House
A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa, leather armchairs, and a grey couch.

18. For Students Only Brewer's Court in Edinburgh

For Students Only Brewer's Court in Edinburgh
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6 reviews)
"If you can provide proof of being a student, this place is clean, quiet, central and so nice."
United States
Jill
For Students Only Brewer's Court in Edinburgh
A bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, and a view of the city through large windows.

19. 4 Friends House

4 Friends House
2.0 star property
Leith
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (142 reviews)
"Was lovely place to a stay."
United States
Jennifer
$68 nightly
The price is $85
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
4 Friends House
A meal on a wooden table with a newspaper underneath, set outdoors with wooden chairs and red umbrellas.

20. Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (230 reviews)
"Really fun place to stay! Comfortable beds, great food and drink. So close to all the things you want and the royal mile"
Canada
Julia
$51 nightly
The price is $64
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
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$58 nightly
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