7 Budget UK City Getaways

Whether it’s London, Edinburgh, Brighton or Bath, you can spend your money on fun things to do in the city rather than on a high-priced hotel. There are almost always bargain places to stay if you know where to find them. Here are ten in eight great cities.


  • Windmill House

    Edinburgh

    Quiet private house bed and breakfast close to city centre yet in a lovely rural setting. Only 2 bedrooms - charming but not ideal if you are looking to go clubbing

    2 rooms from $177
  • Mayflower Hotel

    London (South West)

    Indian influences predominate in this cosy yet affordable hotel in West London, close to transport hubs. Smallish rooms but a great base at budget rates.

    47 rooms from $185
    Exclusive offer
    City  -  Great location just minutes from Earls Court Tube station
    Recommended by  -  Johansens
  • The Hoxton Hotel

    London

    Prices on Easyjet principles - the earlier you book the less you pay. A stylish City hotel with attitude. The locality is the new trendy area of London, home of artists and designers.

    208 rooms from $79
    Lively area  -  In the thick of the action.
    Lively  -  Hip and happening.
    Recommended by  -  Fodors, Frommers
  • Base2Stay Hotel

    London (South West)

    Converted West London townhouses providing streamlined, designer accommodation for a budget rate. Good choice for longer stays, with kitchenettes, and close to transport hub.

    67 rooms from $176
    Recommended by  -  Sawdays, Travel Intelligence
  • Bar Convent Guesthouse

    York, Yorkshire

    Unusual guesthouse in an elegant living convent

    18 rooms from $106
    Historic  -  England's oldest convent founded in 1686
    Sights nearby  -  Visit York Minster, the Richard III Museum and the National Railway Museum
  • Morgans Townhouse

    Swansea, South and Mid Wales

    Modernist annexe to Morgan's

    22 rooms from $105
  • The Big Sleep

    Cheltenham

    Great value for money with town centre location, a cross between a youth hostel and a hotel. Sparse facilities, simple, bright decor, designer clothes, budget rates, no frills.

    60 rooms from $89
    Designer  -  Uniquely designed interiors.

posted Monday, 22nd February 2010
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