Edinburgh is one of my favourite places in the UK. When I go there I am not really bothered about where I stay, it is more about how I spend my time walking on Princess Street, riding bus no. 26 in order to travel the length of the city and taking beautiful photographs and just enjoying the history emanating from the city.
I would suggest that you get a decent bed & breakfast and just enjoy the place.
If you are in the Edinburgh for a night then there is a no scope for thinks abut the bed & breakfast because Edinburgh is known for its guest houses and hospitality services. For more detail visit - bencraig.co.uk.
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