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The Dolphin Inn Hostel features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Dunbar. The property is located 2.6 km from Belhaven Bay Beach, 31 km from Muirfield and 46 km from The Maltings Theatre & Cinema. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi. This place is a total gem. Fun and quirky. Spotlessly clean and so quiet, despite being full. Facilities are amazing. Location superb. And amazing value. Can't wait to return.

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9.4
Superb
615 reviews
Price from
US$59
per night

Princes Street Hostel is well set in Edinburgh, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is set 1.3 km from University of Edinburgh, less than 1 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and a 12-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle. The property is non-smoking and is located 300 metres from Edinburgh Waverley station. Overall the hostel was a nice place to stay. Especially one like to Helen for her job👍

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8.3
Very good
2,095 reviews
Price from
US$28
per night

Attractively situated in Edinburgh, CoDE Pod Hostels - THE CoURT is 100 metres from The Real Mary King's Close. This property is situated a short distance from attractions such as Royal Mile, National Museum of Scotland, and Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk. The staff were brilliant, always eager to help and assist with recommendations at the ready. The rooms were great too, the pod style beds ensure you don't get disturbed much by the lights or sounds in the common areas of the room unless you're an extremely light sleeper. The common areas and kitchen have all the facilities you'll need. The location is perfect and close to grocery stores, restaurants and souvenir stores as well as the castle and most popular tourist places in Edinburgh. Buses are also easily accessible from the location. Everything you need is accessible by a code on a keypad so you never have to worry about losing keycards or keys.

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8.7
Fabulous
7,956 reviews
Price from
US$38
per night

Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) is conveniently located in the centre of Edinburgh, and offers a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a tour desk. Perfect location, spacious 8 bett rooms, women only rooms, nice lockable showers

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8.4
Very good
10,586 reviews
Price from
US$22
per night

Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+) has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Edinburgh. Located around 1 km from Edinburgh Castle, the hostel with free WiFi is also 700 metres away from Edinburgh Waverley station. The property is 100 metres from the city centre and 400 metres from National Museum of Scotland. I liked the laundry, the showers and the fact that the bathroom has soap so I could save mine. Location was amazing too. Staff was nice!

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8.1
Very good
5,890 reviews
Price from
US$22
per night

Each pod-style room at Code Hostel Edinburgh has a shower room and you can relax in bright communal areas, too.

The hostel is within 10 minutes' walk of Edinburgh Waverly Railway Station, while Edinburgh Castle and the old town can be reached in around 15 minutes by foot. It was my first solo experience in a hostel i would definitely recommend it! The curtains gives you the privacy needed and the bed were really comfy. Also really great location and the staff were super friendly and helpful. A big part of my wonderful stay was also thanks to Amy that was such a sweetheart and incredibly kind. Would love to come back!

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8.4
Very good
1,243 reviews
Price from
US$43
per night

Situated in central Edinburgh, the High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere offers free WiFi in all areas. Dating back to 1564, this historic property is on a small side street, just off the Royal Mile.

The hostel offers single beds in shared dormitory rooms. Each bed has a bedside safe and a locker. The rooms have access to shared bathroom facilities. I stayed at this hostel in the center of Edinburgh for two nights and had a great experience. The location is perfect – just a short walk to the Royal Mile, shops, and public transport. The staff were friendly and helpful, always ready to answer questions or give recommendations. The common areas were clean and a nice place to meet other travelers. My bed was comfortable, though the room was a bit small and got warm at night. Overall, a great budget option for exploring the city!

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8.3
Very good
2,804 reviews
Price from
US$25
per night

Mixed and female dormitories have bunk beds and lockers, and guests can make use of laundry services, hairdryers and adaptors. Luggage storage is available at the property. Bicycle storage is available at the High Street Hostel just across the road. Everything was very organized and tidy. You can even lend a free towel from the reception.

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8.3
Very good
1,764 reviews
Price from
US$29
per night

The hostel offers accommodation exclusively for guests aged 18 years and older. Dormitories feature bunk beds with bedside lockers and have use of shared bathroom facilities with showers. There is a cosy lounge with a piano and large sofas by the fireplace, a movie room with big screen and an internet lounge with WiFi. The medieval theme in every room and area is amazing

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8.8
Fabulous
1,962 reviews
Price from
US$30
per night

Just 50 metres from Edinburgh’s bustling Princes Street, Haystack Hostel is set in a renovated 18th-century Georgian building. It offers (not 24h reception) with free Wi-Fi and a fully equipped shared kitchen. The location was perfect, it is within walking distance from all the centre of Edinburgh main attractions. The facilities were perfect, it has a kitchen, shared toilets and comfortable bedrooms. The staff was very helpful and nice.

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8.3
Very good
1,259 reviews
Price from
US$34
per night

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