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A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a bar counter with a coffee machine, and hanging light fixtures.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, stone walls, and pendant lighting.
A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and pillows, a brown headboard, and two bedside lamps.
A theater lobby with a stone archway, plush seating, a fireplace, and a red curtain backdrop.

1. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Edinburgh City Centre
United States
Joshua
£122
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
A building with two illuminated entrances, one with a 'R' sign and another with a 'P' sign, suggesting restrooms.
A restaurant interior with booths, high-top tables, and bar stools.
A neon-lit hallway with a 'Ray of Light' sign, a round table, and a staircase.
A cozy interior with a fireplace, seating area, and a bar with glasses.

2. Revolver Edinburgh

Revolver Edinburgh
West End
Spain
Gema
£56
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Revolver Edinburgh
A hotel room with two beds, black curtains, a view of the city, and a small table with a lamp.
A two-story building with a traditional architectural style, featuring a symmetrical facade with evenly spaced windows and a central entrance with steps leading up to it.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a heater, and a view of the city.
A bathroom with a shower, toilet, and a patterned towel hanging on the wall.

3. Edinburgh Travel Guest House

Edinburgh Travel Guest House
Newington
United States
Judy
£52
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Edinburgh Travel Guest House
A building entrance with a black door, two potted plants, and a sign reading "CAIRN APARTMENTS EDINBURGH".
A modern interior with a fireplace, a dining area, and a seating area with a blue sofa.
A stone building with a garden in front.
A staircase with a geometric patterned wall and a circular skylight.

4. Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel
Leith
United Kingdom
Paul
£129
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cairn Hotel
A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a radiator.
A bar area with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with various bottles and glasses, and two televisions displaying content.
A reception desk with a laptop, a phone, and a vase of flowers.
A bar with wooden stools and a bar counter with multiple taps.

5. Livingston Lodge Hotel

Livingston Lodge Hotel
Livingston
United Kingdom
John
£73
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Livingston Lodge Hotel
A spiral staircase with a copper handrail and black steps, leading to a lower level with a checkered floor.
A bed with plaid bedding, a wooden headboard, and a bedside lamp on a nightstand with a decorative box.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.
A staircase with metal railings, surrounded by walls covered with posters and signs.

6. Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
Old Town Edinburgh
United States
Alan
£88
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a red carpet, and a reception desk.
A modern lobby with a blue door, round seating, a Zuronet ATM, and a stone wall.
An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and benches, yellow umbrellas, and a view of the interior through a glass wall.
A historic stone building with a blue door labeled 'a&o' and banners for 'aohostels.com'.

7. a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
Edinburgh City Centre
United Kingdom
Mansi
£133
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
A stone building with a staircase leading to the entrance, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.
A church with a tall tower and a wet road in front.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of the outside.
A row of terraced houses with a pub named "Hermitage Place" in front.

8. Park View Rooms

Park View Rooms
Leith
United States
Marsha
£59
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Park View Rooms
A historic building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a prominent corner turret.
A restaurant interior with colorful chairs, a mural, and large windows offering a view of the street.
A reception desk with a digital screen displaying a music video, a store bag sign, and a QR code for store bags.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a stone wall, and a blue cow sculpture.

9. Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate

Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
Edinburgh City Centre
United States
Agnes
£80
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
A building with a sign that reads "BURGERS DRINKS".
A bar area with stools, a neon sign, and a reception desk.
A reception area with a reception desk, a sofa, and a bar area with stools.
A hotel corridor with a mural of a cityscape, a digital display board with breakfast information, and a wooden floor.

10. St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
Edinburgh City Centre
United Kingdom
Steve
£283
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
A dining area with a chandelier, white walls, and large windows.
A hotel room with two beds, a chandelier, a window with curtains, and a carpeted floor.
A compact room with a kitchenette, a small stool, a trash bin, a mirror, and a blue curtain.
A small, modern room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a mirror, and a window.

11. Edinburgh City Hotel

Edinburgh City Hotel
Corstorphine
United Kingdom
Douglas
£85
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Edinburgh City Hotel
A building with a sign reading "ADELPHI HOTEL NO VACANCY."
A multi-story building with a sign reading "Adelphi Private Hotel".
A hotel room with two beds, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the outdoors.
A dining area with a table and chairs, a large framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

12. Adelphi Hotel

Adelphi Hotel
Leith
United Kingdom
Om Bhakta
£60
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Adelphi Hotel
A corridor with a vintage train-themed wall, a glass display case with plants, and a wooden bench.
A wooden pergola structure with tables and benches, a grill, and a covered area with a metal roof.
A kitchen with a central island, white cabinets, a window with stained glass, and a red wall.
A building with a sign reading "MUSIC STORE" above a door labeled "13".

13. Belford Hostel

Belford Hostel
West End
United States
Logan
£74
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Belford Hostel
A building with a 'HOUSE' sign, a gated entrance, and a small garden area.
A twin room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a wall-mounted phone, and two framed pictures.
A grassy area with a metal fence and a pathway.
A row of black metal railings with ornate designs, leading to a building with classical architecture.

14. Sakura Edinburgh Guest House

Sakura Edinburgh Guest House
Southside
United States
Rebecca
£149
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Sakura Edinburgh Guest House
A modern office space with a central island table, bar stools, and a bulletin board.
A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a brick facade.
A room with two yellow chairs, a round wooden table, and a large potted plant.
A modern interior with seating areas, a plant, and visible ductwork.

15. Destiny Student - Burnet Point

Destiny Student - Burnet Point
Abbeyhill
United Kingdom
Angela
Destiny Student - Burnet Point
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a bench, a nightstand, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A room with a blue armchair, a small round table with a vase of flowers, and a window with sheer curtains.
A courtyard with a round metal table and chairs, surrounded by stone walls and potted plants.
A compact room with a wooden bench, a white radiator, and hanging bags.

16. Gifford House

Gifford House
Prestonfield
United States
Heather
£123
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Gifford House
A modern building with a courtyard featuring wooden benches and landscaped gardens.
A modern building with a curved facade, multiple windows, and a courtyard with benches and plants.
A bedroom with a large window, a bed, and a wardrobe.
A hallway with a stone wall, a reception desk, a colorful wall display, and a pink couch.

17. Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation

Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation
Abbeyhill
Canada
Thomas
Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation
A luxurious room with leather sofas and armchairs, large windows offering a view of the city, and a wooden ceiling with hanging elements.
A high-ceilinged lounge with leather seating, a bar area with breakfast items, and a city view through large windows.
A bar area with leather chairs, a bar counter with bottles, and a patterned ceiling.
A circular deck with a spiral staircase, a wooden door, and a railing.

18. Ocean Mist Leith

Ocean Mist Leith
Leith
United Kingdom
Charlie
£167
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Ocean Mist Leith
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, mirror, wardrobe, and a bathroom door.
A modern lounge area with seating, a large window offering a city view, and a bookshelf with various items.
A breakfast buffet with various food options, including pastries and fruits, and signs indicating service times and dietary options.
A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror with a light, a shower, and a blue door.

19. Point A Hotel Edinburgh, St Andrew Square

Point A Hotel Edinburgh, St Andrew Square
Edinburgh City Centre
Spain
Juan Soriano
£105
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Point A Hotel Edinburgh, St Andrew Square
A modern office space with leather sofas, a red circular seating area, and a staircase.
A modern, open-plan office space with colorful walls, a central seating area with sofas, and pendant lighting.
A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a red accent piece, and pendant lighting.
A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with bar stools, and a green sofa.

20. Destiny Student Shrubhill - Campus Accommodation

Destiny Student Shrubhill - Campus Accommodation
Leith
United Kingdom
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Destiny Student Shrubhill - Campus Accommodation
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Top Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent
"Good, some lockers werent locking properly, plugs in bunk were limited. Rather have a plug than a charging port that barely charges."
Rita 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

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Pocket Guide: 2 Stars Hotels in Edinburgh

Edinburgh is a small city full of unexpected contrasts. In the centre you will see people going about their daily lives amid some of the world’s most iconic structures. Inside Edinburgh hotels you will find wholesome traditional Scottish food served with modern flair. It is an enigmatic destination that defies easy explanation.

Book a comfortable stay in a 2 star hotel – any visit to Edinburgh is a truly rewarding experience. Scotland’s capital was the first UNESCO City of Literature and the city is very much like a good book: thrilling, engaging and a magical escape from the everyday.

Edinburgh City of Literature

Many of Scotland’s best-known writers have called Edinburgh home at some point in their career and this is a fact that the city is proud to show off. Edinburgh has many literary tours and points of interest for visitors, including the café where JK Rowling wrote her captivating Harry Potter novels. Of course, this intriguing city has much to recommend it outside of its literary appeal, with everything from historic monuments to parks and gardens and even the famed Royal Yacht Britannia.

As Edinburgh is a small city, you will not be restricted by location when choosing your perfect hotel. Easily find accommodation in different areas using Expedia’s search tool.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to stay in a 2-star hotel in Edinburgh?
Travelers can find great deals on Edinburgh 2-star hotels from £52 with Expedia – but remember that prices vary throughout the year. Factors like demand and location can affect hotel prices, and it's often more expensive to stay in Edinburgh hotels during weekends, holidays and high season. Try searching for 2-star Edinburgh hotels during midweek to track down the best deals.
What are the most highly rated Edinburgh 2-star hotels?
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel is a great choice among budget-conscious travellers, boasting an exceptional score of 8.8 out of 10. This vibrant hostel has a friendly setting, great for those seeking a social experience while exploring the city's rich history. Guests appreciate the shared kitchen facilities, complete with cookware and appliances, allowing for a convenient dining experience right at their fingertips. Located in the heart of Edinburgh, it provides easy access to numerous attractions, making it an ideal base for adventurers.Another excellent option is Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel, which holds a great rating of 8.6. Nestled in a historical district, this hostel is great for those who value both comfort and a vibrant social scene. It's LGBTQIA welcoming, ensuring a friendly feel for all guests. The atmosphere here is lively, providing the great backdrop for making new friends while enjoying easy access to Edinburgh's renowned sites.These two properties cater primarily to younger travellers or those without children, focusing on a communal experience and offering essential amenities for a laid-back stay. Whether you're looking to meet fellow travellers or immerse yourself in the local culture, these hostels provide a solid foundation for an exciting Edinburgh adventure.
Are there 2-star Edinburgh hotels that offer free breakfast?
The Ocean Mist Leith is a delightful two-star hotel in Edinburgh that offers a cozy atmosphere with an impressive review score of 9.8 out of 10 from guests. This charming establishment provides a complimentary continental breakfast, ensuring you start your day off right without any extra cost.
What 2-star hotels in Edinburgh have free parking?
The Twin Lions Hotel in Edinburgh is a delightful 2-star option that offers a comfortable stay for travellers seeking a blend of affordability and convenience. With a customer review rating of 7.6, this hotel ensures a inviting space for families and adults alike. One of its standout features is the complimentary self-parking, which adds to the ease of your visit, allowing you to explore the stunning city without worrying about parking fees.For those looking for a great experience, the Charming 5-beds Caravan in Beautiful Seton Sands, located in nearby Prestonpans, also provides free self-parking. This charming accommodation is superb for families wanting a cozy space to unwind after a day of adventure.Similarly, the Luxury Caravan Escape by the Seaside in Port Seton offers a similar amenity, allowing you to enjoy the seaside while having the convenience of free parking. Both of these caravan options make for a memorable and stress-free stay, especially for families seeking a bit of adventure along Scotland's beautiful coast.
Can I find pet-friendly 2-star hotels in Edinburgh?
The a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel is a charming two-star hotel that welcomes pets, making it an excellent choice for travellers who want to bring their furry friends along on their adventures. With a customer review rating of 7.6 out of 10, this hostel offers a comfortable and relaxed environment for guests.
What is the difference between a 2-star Edinburgh hotel and a 3-star hotel?
With all the home comforts travelers need, 2-star Edinburgh hotels make a great base for exploring. These hotels are designed for convenience, and usually have comfy rooms, daily housekeeping services, and a 24-hour front desk. Some also have their own restaurant. For travelers who want to take things up a gear, 3-star Edinburgh hotels might tick all the boxes. These mid-range hotels often have spacious rooms and extra amenities for a relaxing stay, such as a pool, gym, restaurant or bar.

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