Whether you booked your Edinburgh Fringe tickets a while ago or you've just got around to checking out the massive line-up, accommodation may have been forgotten. If you're panicking about where to go in August, relax. Hotel prices can skyrocket, but there are some affordable accommodation options in the Edinburgh Fringe to take advantage of .
In 2018, this festival—— It welcomes all kinds of creative behavior— 2.8 million tickets were issued. In just one month, many people are looking for a place to stay. However, last-minute festivalgoers will not be left stranded.
Yes, you can head to the nearest five-star hotel and pay eye-watering rates, desperately search for a free Airbnb, or hope an acquaintance will let you sleep on their couch, but you don't have to take the dangerous road.
Here are some safe and affordable options to take stock of.
student accommodation
The 2019 Edinburgh Fringe Festival will take place from August 2nd to August 26th. This means that most students at the University of Edinburgh will be returning home. Their rooms are usually available all summer long, with prices starting from as low as £99 (though expect to pay at least £150).
Rooms range from single beds to twin or double beds, and some even come with beautiful ensuite bathrooms. You can also choose to stay bed and breakfast or self catering. Find and book a room through University Rooms or Edinburgh First.
go camping
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Every year Edinburgh opens its campsites for the festival. You can bring your own tent, caravan or motorhome, or you can choose to stay in a pre-erected tent with an air bed. The price is also very cheap. Campsite accommodation costs £16 per adult per night, with no extra charge for guests bringing their own tent. Vehicles cost an additional £6 per night, and those wishing to stay in pre-erected tents will pay an additional fee of £11 per night for a two-person tent and £22 per night for a four-person tent.
Public transportation to and from the city center is available 24 hours a day. The campsite also has a small shop, bar, leisure space, kitchen, free WiFi, charging points and more.
try facebook
A Facebook group dedicated to holiday accommodation already exists. Above you can post the dates you need a room or scroll through existing accommodation offers for Edinburgh residents. This is usually great for last minute requests and tends to be cheap too.
last minute booking
If none of these work, check out LateRooms to find available rooms in B&Bs, guesthouses, and budget hotels. (You can even book same-day.)
Securing holiday accommodation can be stressful, but the last minute is often the best time to get a bargain— Especially in Edinburgh. So put on your searching hats and get ready for a summer like no other.
