Hostels in Edinburgh
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Princes Street Hostel
Princes Street Hostel is conveniently set in Edinburgh, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi.
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Attractively located in Edinburgh, CoDE Pod Hostels - THE CoURT is 328 feet from The Real Mary King's Close.
Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)
Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) is located conveniently in Edinburgh, and has a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk.
Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+)
Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+) has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Edinburgh.
CoDE POD - The LoFT - Edinburgh
CoDE Co-Living - The LoFT is set on Rose Street North Lane, just a short walk from Princes Street. It offers modern interiors within a red brick-clad period building.
High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere
Located in central Edinburgh, the High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere offers free WiFi in all areas.
Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only
In Edinburgh’s Old Town, Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only is conveniently located 11 minutes’ walk from Waverley Train Station, and 3 minutes from Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle.
Haystack Hostel
Just 164 feet from Edinburgh’s bustling Princes Street, Haystack Hostel is set in a renovated 18th-century Georgian building.
Argyle Backpackers
Located in Edinburgh and with University of Edinburgh reachable within a 11-minute walk, Argyle Backpackers has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared...
Edinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only
Edinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only is well situated in the center of Edinburgh, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi.
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 2,012 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 4,276 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 4,048 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,388 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 1,340 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 7,947 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,871 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1Good - What previous guests thought, 5,675 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,568 reviews
Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in Edinburgh and nearby
Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
Old Town, EdinburghCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.9Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,388 reviewsSafėstay Edinburgh Cowgate is located in Edinburgh, a 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley train station.
From $125.30 per nightSt Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Old Town
Old Town, EdinburghCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 4,276 reviewsConveniently set in Edinburgh, St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Old Town provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.
From $160.66 per nightSt Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Original
Old Town, EdinburghCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.5Good - What previous guests thought, 2,592 reviewsLocated opposite Waverley railway station, St Christopher's offers budget accommodations in central Edinburgh with free Wi-Fi, electronic card entry system, lockers, and insured luggage storage.
Edinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only
Old Town, EdinburghCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 2,012 reviewsEdinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only is well situated in the center of Edinburgh, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi.
From $103.16 per nightTHE KINGSVIEW TOWNHOUSE - Boutique Hostel
EdinburghCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 5.1Fair - What previous guests thought, 243 reviewsLocated in Edinburgh and within a 10-minute walk of EICC, THE KINGSVIEW TOWNHOUSE - Boutique Hostel features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.
New Town Rooms
EdinburghCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 684 reviewsNew Town Rooms is located in Edinburgh, a 19-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station and 1.2 miles from National Museum of Scotland.
From $99.64 per nightThe Hostel
EdinburghCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.5Good - What previous guests thought, 2,219 reviewsSet in an original Victorian building, this funky hostel offers dorm rooms with large windows and high ceilings.
Belford Hostel
EdinburghCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 479 reviewsFeaturing a garden, a shared lounge as well as a bar, Belford Hostel is located in the center of Edinburgh, a 12-minute walk from EICC.
From $118.01 per night
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Edinburgh West Side Hostel
EdinburghNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 366 reviewsEdinburgh West Side Hostel is located in Edinburgh, 1.2 miles from Murrayfield Stadium and 1.5 miles from Edinburgh Zoo.
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- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5Good - What previous guests thought, 2,592 reviewsPerfect location, very clean and safe, one of best hostels I've ever visisted.Guest review byPeterYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: $129.90Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,257 reviewsGreat location, the hostel felt safe and clean, was nice to only have ladies around and jeez that was like the only hostel I found with 2-level bunk beds (as opposed to 3-levels in most places!) I forgot my phone charger and the staff helped me, thanks a lot. Nice shower too.Guest review byNiaSolo traveler
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 4,295 reviewsGreat location very close to Haymarket station and central Edinburgh. Very comfortable bunk beds with light, charging point and safe locker. Excellent kitchen facilities and bar. Complementary foods in kitchen.Guest review bypuriSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $267.57Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,568 reviewsAmazing hostel !! Good breakfast for cheap. Great location. ConfortableGuest review byGauthierSolo traveler
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,769 reviewsI really liked the vibe. It's a small hostel with a big kitchen which facilitates meeting new people. As a solo female traveler I felt very safe and confortable so a big up to the team!Guest review byFranceSolo traveler
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,769 reviewsHostel has a great location right at The Royal Mile, so close to most attractions and to bus and train station. Personel is friendly and provides additional activities. They have towels inclided in price. It is a typical backpacker place with kitchen access. Place is not to big, but works fine for people on budget.Guest review byKatarzynaSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $202.49Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,871 reviewsProbably the best hostel I've ever stayed in! Wonderful people, great location, room was unbelievably comfortable, definitely going to stay in this hostel my next trip to Edinburgh!Guest review byDariiaSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $267.57Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,568 reviewsGreat location, I stayed here multiple times during my trip in Scotland. Room had view of castle. Bathrooms and rooms were clean. Kitchen and seating areas available and clean. Good wifi and PowerPoints at every bed. Staff were friendly and helpful. Did let me check in 30 minutes early. Cheap to use laundry machines. Heating in rooms. Exceeded my expectations for a low price. One of the best hostels I've stayed in regarding cleanliness!Guest review bySophieSolo traveler
