Airbnb management in Edinburgh's New Town from 14%. Georgian architecture, central location, and strong year-round demand from business and leisure guests.

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The commission is based on the property type and location

List on Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo and more. Our short-term rental management in New Town reaches business and leisure guests across Edinburgh. We use day-of-week, event-aware, and seasonal pricing to keep occupancy steady year-round.
Edinburgh's New Town combines central location with residential character, making it one of the city's most consistent short-let markets. Georgian flats and townhouses attract higher-spending guests who value the area's architecture and easy access to Princes Street and the business district.



The team is professional, responsive, and truly understands what it takes to manage short-term rentals effectively.


I’ve been incredibly lucky with Alex Taylor: professional, friendly, and always helpful. He’s handled everything brilliantly - I’d give him 6 stars if I could.


For the past year, my Houst contact has been incredibly helpful - coordinating repairs, upgrades, and even being on-site when needed. Super reliable and accommodating.


The staff is available 24/7. Messages sent are replied to very quickly. The information about the properties is detailed and clear. Everything goes very smoothly.


The house is well maintained and clean, the dashboard provides up to date and historical information & the guests are taken care of.


I have had a brilliant experience renting my property through Houst. Everyone has been very hands on and contactable which has really put me at ease.
Get a free estimate, book a 15-minute call, then go live. We handle listings, photos, pricing and guest support.
Managing an Airbnb in New Town requires local knowledge and consistent execution. Houst handles dynamic pricing, guest communications, cleaning coordination, and multi-platform distribution so your Edinburgh property earns more with less effort.
Houst manages short-let properties across Edinburgh's New Town, covering Princes Street, George Street, Queen Street, Stockbridge borders, and the surrounding Georgian streets and squares.
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Whether you manage a Georgian first-floor flat, a basement apartment on a New Town square, or a mews property off the main streets, Houst manages your listing to attract the right guests and earn consistently year-round.
Yes. Scotland introduced a short-term let licensing scheme in 2023. All hosts in Edinburgh must hold a valid short-term let licence before listing their property. Houst guides clients through the licensing process. See our Edinburgh short-let rules guide for full details.
Houst-managed properties in Edinburgh average £324 per night at 75% occupancy, equating to around £88,800 per year for a two-bed. August is the peak month, driven by the Edinburgh Festival. Use our free income calculator for a property-specific estimate.
Yes. Houst manages short-let properties across Edinburgh including New Town. We handle everything from listing setup and STL licence support to dynamic pricing, guest communications, and cleaning.
Houst charges 14% for full-time management or 20% for part-time. No setup fees. The fee covers listing creation, professional photography, dynamic pricing, guest support, and cleaning coordination.
Edinburgh requires hosts to apply to the City of Edinburgh Council for a short-term let licence. Applications cover property safety checks, planning consent where required, and a fit and proper person assessment. Houst can advise on the process during onboarding.
See how much more hosts can earn with Houst Airbnb management in New Town.




We are the world's largest Airbnb management company specialising in short-term lets. We were founded in 2015 and are now present in 29 cities around the world, from Bristol to Brisbane. Whether you’re a seasoned host or just starting out, with Houst you can make the most of every guest stay.