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FIND OUT MOREYou can earn up to 30% more with our unique pricing strategy. Developed from managing over 350,000 bookings, it runs entirely within local regulations and has already earned our hosts over £112 Million.
Professional Airbnb management in Edinburgh's Old Town, from 14%. Houst manages short-let properties across the Royal Mile, Grassmarket, Cowgate and Canongate, covering listing, pricing, guests and STL licensing.
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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 Old 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 Old Town is consistently the strongest short-let submarket in the city. Year-round tourist demand, proximity to major festival venues and the highest concentration of visitors per square mile keep occupancy above the city average throughout the year. August is the defining month: Fringe Festival footfall pushes nightly rates well above the annual average, with well-positioned properties regularly exceeding £500 per night.
A well-managed two-bedroom in the Old Town averages £393 per night at 71% occupancy, generating around £101,885 in annual gross revenue. Old Town properties consistently outperform the city average on both rate and occupancy during peak season.
Edinburgh's 5% Transient Visitor Levy, introduced in April 2026, applies to all bookings. Houst handles collection and remittance.
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 Old 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.
Before you list in Edinburgh, check the local rules. Edinburgh operates one of Scotland's most regulated short-let markets.
Read our full guide: Edinburgh short-let licence rules.
Houst manages Old Town short-let properties across the full extent of the area: the Royal Mile from the Castle Esplanade to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Grassmarket, Cowgate, Canongate and the surrounding closes and wynds. Each part of the Old Town has its own demand profile and pricing ceiling. Royal Mile properties attract the shortest average stays and command the highest August rates. Grassmarket and Cowgate draw a mix of festival visitors and city-break guests with slightly longer stays. Our team prices each property by location rather than treating Old Town as a single market.
See all Edinburgh areas: Airbnb management in Edinburgh
Whether you manage a Royal Mile tenement flat, a Grassmarket studio, or a converted close property in the Old Town, Houst handles pricing, guests and operations so your property earns its full potential year-round.
See how much more hosts can earn with Houst Airbnb management in Old 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.
