Hotels in the capital are notoriously expensive in August, when the population of the city reputedly doubles thanks to the thousands of performers, organisers and audience members who make the annual artistic pilgrimage.
Much of the available accomodation is booked up months in advance, while many of the more popular hotels are already at capacity for the duration of August.
But it’s still possible to bag a (relative) bargain and enjoy a weekend of culture.
These places all have availability for the first weekend of the Edinburgh International Festival and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe – August 5-7 – and start at just £301 for two adults staying two nights.
They are available at www.booking.com.
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9. Allison House 16
Allison House 16 is a family-run guest house in an attractive Georgian building in the Mayfield area of Edinburgh. The Summerhall venue is easily walked to, with the city centre easily reachable by bus. There are still rooms availabel for the first weekend of the festivals priced at £440. Photo: www.booking.com
10. Courtyard by Marriot Edinburgh West
Courtyard by Marriot Edinburgh West is located on the outskirts of Edinburgh, right next to the Heriot-Watt University campus. Expect to spend around 50 minutes to get to the city centre by public transport. A room for two for a weekend costs £470. Photo: www.booking.com