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Princes Street Hostel

Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh

Princes Street Hostel is well set in Edinburgh, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi.

M
Moya
From
Taiwan
The receptionists are super kind and helpful. They are the kindest people I have ever met. My trip was so enjoyable because of their help.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,094 reviews
Price from
US$83.08
1 night, 2 adults

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Old Town, Edinburgh

Attractively situated in Edinburgh, CoDE Pod Hostels - THE CoURT is 100 metres from The Real Mary King's Close.

b
berkani
From
Algeria
An amazing place, I want give it a 1000/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7,853 reviews
Price from
US$108.62
1 night, 2 adults

Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)

Old Town, Edinburgh

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.

A
Ahmed
From
Qatar
It was really good value of money. The location was quite approachable. Hostel was neat and tidy
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,611 reviews
Price from
US$80.80
1 night, 2 adults

Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+)

Old Town, Edinburgh

Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+) has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Edinburgh.

A
Aytan
From
Lithuania
Location is perfect. It is just 5 minutes to Old Town and 10-15 minutes to most of major attractions. Staff were friendly, rooms were clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,920 reviews
Price from
US$90.45
1 night, 2 adults

CODE - The Loft, Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre, 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.

D
Despina
From
Greece
Code Co-Living The Loft was the best experience I have ever had in a hostel. I stayed in the 6 female pod and I have zero complaints. Everything was clean, the roomates were quiet and friendly, the staff I encountered were super friendly and accomodating and while there was only one toilet for 12 people, it was spatious and super clean all the times I used it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,219 reviews
Price from
US$76.43
1 night, 2 adults

High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere

Old Town, Edinburgh

Situated in central Edinburgh, the High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere offers free WiFi in all areas.

I
Irina
From
Croatia
Very helpful staff, finely equiped kitchen, superb location, clean, amazing vibes, last but not least, available music instruments for guests! :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,619 reviews
Price from
US$111.48
1 night, 2 adults

Royal Mile Backpackers

Old Town, Edinburgh

Five minutes’ walk from Edinburgh Station and less than 10 minutes from Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile Backpackers enjoys a central location surrounded by bars, cafés and restaurants.

A
Antares
From
United Kingdom
the location was 10/10 so does the people’s vibe. the facilities where beautifully decorated and they had from hairdressers to straighteners to use.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,722 reviews
Price from
US$50.60
1 night, 2 adults

Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only

Old Town, Edinburgh

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.

J
Jerome
From
Philippines
The location is great very central. Vincent & John are very accommodating !! :))
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,855 reviews
Price from
US$106.70
1 night, 2 adults

Haystack Hostel

Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh

Just 50 metres from Edinburgh’s bustling Princes Street, Haystack Hostel is set in a renovated 18th-century Georgian building.

Š
Špela
From
Slovenia
It’s very clean, friendly and quiet. The location is great, near all the attractions. The bathrooms are clean, the kitchen is well equipped.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,238 reviews
Price from
US$61.64
1 night, 2 adults

Argyle Backpackers

Newington, Edinburgh

Situated in Edinburgh and with University of Edinburgh reachable within less than 1 km, Argyle Backpackers features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared...

C
Cavalcante
From
Brazil
It is a very cozy, organized, and clean place... A good location close to the center and parks, and especially tourist attractions.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,316 reviews
Price from
US$86.83
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7,853 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Edinburgh and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,121 reviews

The 5-star Edinburgh Central Accommodation is just 0.5 miles from the shops of Princes Street and Edinburgh Rail Station.

From US$97.82 per night

The Hostel

Edinburgh
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,175 reviews

Set in an original Victorian building, this funky hostel offers dorm rooms with large windows and high ceilings.

From US$81.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 4,269 reviews

The West End Hotel is located in a B-listed Victorian townhouse only 15-minutes walk from the West End of Princes Street, the perfect base to relax yet within easy reach of all that Edinburgh has to...

From US$203.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,219 reviews

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.

Haystack Hostel

Edinburgh
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,238 reviews

Just 50 metres from Edinburgh’s bustling Princes Street, Haystack Hostel is set in a renovated 18th-century Georgian building.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,515 reviews

Boasting a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Haymarket Hostel is situated in the centre of Edinburgh, 500 metres from Edinburgh International Conference Centre.

New Town Rooms

Edinburgh
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 729 reviews

New Town Rooms provides rooms in Edinburgh near National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 371 reviews

Edinburgh West Side Hostel is set in Edinburgh, 2.5 km from Edinburgh Zoo and 4 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre.

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Edinburgh College Residence

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,153 reviews

Edinburgh College Residence is situated in Edinburgh, within 4.8 km of Royal Yacht Britannia and 4.9 km of Edinburgh International Conference Centre.

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Avg. price/night: US$116.01
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,523 reviews
Perfect location, very clean and safe, one of best hostels I've ever visisted.
Guest review by
Peter
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,238 reviews
Great 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 by
Nia
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$203.40
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 4,269 reviews
Great 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 by
puri
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$78.39
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,611 reviews
Amazing hostel !! Good breakfast for cheap. Great location. Confortable
Guest review by
Gauthier
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,722 reviews
I 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!
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France
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,722 reviews
Hostel 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 by
Katarzyna
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$77.18
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,920 reviews
Probably 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!
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Dariia
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$78.39
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,611 reviews
Great 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!
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Sophie
Solo traveller