Airbnb management in Edinburgh's Old Town from 14%. One of the UK's most visited areas, with year-round demand from tourists, festival visitors and business 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 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 the city's most in-demand short-let location. Royal Mile proximity, historic character, and festival footfall drive consistent high-rate occupancy. During August, nightly rates regularly exceed £500. Year-round tourist demand keeps occupancy strong even outside peak season.



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.
Houst manages short-let properties across Edinburgh's Old Town, covering the Royal Mile, Grassmarket, Cowgate, Canongate, and the Southside. Each part of the Old Town has its own demand profile and seasonal pattern.
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Whether you manage a Royal Mile tenement flat, a Grassmarket studio, or a converted close property, Houst handles pricing, guests, and operations so your Old Town property earns its full potential.
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 Old 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 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.