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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+)
Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a bar, Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+) is located in the center of Edinburgh, a 4-minute walk from National Museum of Scotland.
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.
Royal Mile Backpackers
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.
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.
Matrix Hostel
In a prime location in the Leith district of Edinburgh, Matrix Hostel is located 1.2 miles from Royal Yacht Britannia, 1.6 miles from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station and 1.2 miles from Edinburgh...
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 1,157 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,511 reviews
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THE KINGSVIEW TOWNHOUSE - Boutique Hostel
EdinburghNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 5.0Fair - What previous guests thought, 215 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.
Haymarket Hostel
EdinburghNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 1,157 reviewsFeaturing 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.
New Town Rooms
EdinburghNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 630 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.
The Hostel
EdinburghNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 2,243 reviewsSet in an original Victorian building, this funky hostel offers dorm rooms with large windows and high ceilings.
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St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Original
Old Town, EdinburghCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 2,673 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.
a&o Edinburgh City
Old Town, EdinburghCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.1Good - What previous guests thought, 5,767 reviewsA lively/quirky and beautiful accommodations in the center of the Scottish capital.
Edinburgh Central Accommodation
EdinburghCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 3,989 reviewsThe 5-star Edinburgh Central Accommodations is just 0.5 miles from the shops of Princes Street and Edinburgh Rail Station.
Belford Hostel
EdinburghCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.9Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 517 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.
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- Avg. price/night: $261.39Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 2,673 reviewsPerfect location, very clean and safe, one of best hostels I've ever visisted.Guest review byPeterYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: $224.51Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,267 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 7.1Good - What previous guests thought, 4,274 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
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,511 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, 1,856 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, 1,856 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
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,770 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
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,511 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
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