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Princes Street Hostel

Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh

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

C
Chandra
From
Canada
Very clean, very cost efficient, super friendly staff and usb ports at each bunk bed. 100% would stay here again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,065 reviews
Price from
$97.38
1 night, 2 adults

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

Old Town, Edinburgh

Attractively located in Edinburgh, CoDE Pod Hostels - THE CoURT is 328 feet from The Real Mary King's Close.

W
Wei Xuan
From
Malaysia
Excellent location just behind St Giles Cathedral Bed is comfortable and spacious enough Staff are great and friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 8,053 reviews
Price from
$105.27
1 night, 2 adults

Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)

Old Town, Edinburgh

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.

M
Marios
From
Cyprus
I’ve stayed in many hostels throughout my travels, and this one was probably the best I’ve ever experienced. I slept in a pod, which was very comfortable and provided a good amount of privacy. The room was clean, the toilets and bathrooms were exceptionally clean, and there was hot water as well. The only minor inconvenience was having to press the button repeatedly for the water, but it wasn’t a big issue. The staff at the reception were incredibly friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend trying the pub crawl – it’s a fantastic way to meet people from all over the world, regardless of your age. The staff knew all the best places to visit, making my stay even more enjoyable and memorable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,576 reviews
Price from
$77.90
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.

k
krishna
From
India
Probably the best hostel I've been to across all the ones I've been to :) Lovely hosts, and they usually have some event going on every night too!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,862 reviews
Price from
$73.03
1 night, 2 adults

CoDE POD - 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.

J
Jia Wei
From
Singapore
Great location. Kitchen and common area was nice to have given that the rooms themselves were too small to do anything
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,274 reviews
Price from
$116.02
1 night, 2 adults

High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere

Old Town, Edinburgh

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

C
Cerro
From
Czech Republic
The city was mind blowing, the location of the hostel is just amazing, walking distance to all the landmarks and an amazing vibe, staff knowledgeable about the city, what to do, what to see, events, I loved it
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,887 reviews
Price from
$67.62
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.

F
Fábio
From
Ireland
very well located, close to the main attractions of the city. Clean and with friendly employees
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,805 reviews
Price from
$62.70
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.

V
Vu Hoang Anh
From
Vietnam
Excellent location - close to everything, friendly staff, clean facilities.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,044 reviews
Price from
$73.85
1 night, 2 adults

Haystack Hostel

Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh

Just 164 feet from Edinburgh’s bustling Princes Street, Haystack Hostel is set in a renovated 18th-century Georgian building.

K
Katie
From
Germany
This place is so clean and comfortable - just about every time I went to use the bathroom or shower it was being cleaned by a staff member! The room was also clean and comfortable. The check-in staff were amazing and helpful!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,259 reviews
Price from
$73.03
1 night, 2 adults

Haymarket Hostel

West End, Edinburgh

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Haymarket Hostel is located in the center of Edinburgh, a 5-minute walk from EICC.

J
Jefersson
From
Colombia
It’s easy to find and there are clean bathrooms and kitchen. Easy check in and check out
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,263 reviews
Price from
$41.66
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,887 reviews

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

  • Haystack Hostel

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,259 reviews

    Just 164 feet from Edinburgh’s bustling Princes Street, Haystack Hostel is set in a renovated 18th-century Georgian building.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.1
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews

    Located 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,040 reviews

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

    From $160.27 per night
  • New Town Rooms

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 666 reviews

    New Town Rooms is located in Edinburgh, a 19-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station and 1.2 miles from National Museum of Scotland.

  • The Hostel

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,229 reviews

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

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  • Avg. price/night: $222.22
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,627 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, 1,259 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $85.55
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,296 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $262.93
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,573 reviews
    Amazing hostel !! Good breakfast for cheap. Great location. Confortable
    Guest review by
    Gauthier
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,805 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!
    Guest review by
    France
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,805 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $119.29
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,862 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!
    Guest review by
    Dariia
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $262.93
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,573 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!
    Guest review by
    Sophie
    Solo traveler
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