The city of Edinburgh offers a substantial amount of choices when it comes to hotel and accommodation options. While the general cost of hotel accommodation is higher in the city than elsewhere is Scotland, there are options for all budgets. During peak seasons including Christmas, New Year and any weekend that involves rugby, hotel rates may be considerably higher, so be sure to plan and book in advance. Guest houses and small hotels are found throughout the city, with the highest concentrations in Newington Road and Minto Street as well as Pilrig Street and Newhaven Road.