The countdown for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe has begun and locals are preparing for the surge of tourists and performers.
Come August, Edinburgh will come alive with street acts and venues popping up in, what feels like, every nook and cranny. Naturally this is a goldmine for businesses and hotel prices have soared.
If you're looking to stay in the city centre, there isn't much time left to book as Booking.com has alerted customers that the majority of hotels are booked up over this month - and if you're looking for a budget friendly stay, there's a limited choice.