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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
Chirag
From
United Kingdom
The location was just perfect right in the city centre. The Host was amazing very warm and very helpful. The place was very well done, very neat very clean with huge washrooms and shower areas.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,076 reviews
Price from
$100.95
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.

A
Ari
From
Luxembourg
Excellent location. Smack center on royal Mile and right next to Gilles cathedral and Mary King Close. Edinburg cathedral, Victoria street, elephant house, Holyrood castle all with a comfortable 15/20 minute walking radius. Super clean property with great staff and a great restaurant on site. Not too far from airprot bus, tram, and weaverly station. Many tours depart from right near the hostel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 8,171 reviews
Price from
$104.76
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.

S
Solomon
From
Canada
It was in an excellent location! The staff is very friendly and helpful. The breakfast is super,
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,526 reviews
Price from
$78.74
1 night, 2 adults

Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+)

Old Town, Edinburgh

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.

Y
Yasemin
From
Germany
The bed in the private room was very comfortable and I felt very safe in my room. The bedroom as well as the bathroom (toilet/shower) were clean. All the employees I met during my stay were incredibly nice and welcoming. The location is amazing, you can get everywhere on foot within a few minutes. There’s also multiple restaurants nearby for lunch and dinner options.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,786 reviews
Price from
$60.57
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
Jisel
From
Italy
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!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,305 reviews
Price from
$152.62
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.

M
Mukhammadali
From
Italy
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!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,993 reviews
Price from
$70.67
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.

P
Peter
From
Egypt
The place was good value for Money I enjoyed the Thursday night there It is in the heart of Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,855 reviews
Price from
$65.39
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.

A
Allison
From
Netherlands
Amazing location, staff were really nice
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,152 reviews
Price from
$71.96
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.

D
Deniz
From
Turkey
Everything was perfect, staff was helpful. It’s in the best location. Quiet and peaceful, all the places are in walking distance. Room was clean. Beds could have been more confortable but it was all fine. Nothing to worry about shared bathrooms, they were perfectly cleaned. You can even make friends while staying. Fully recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,265 reviews
Price from
$72.69
1 night, 2 adults

Matrix Hostel

Leith, Edinburgh

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...

D
Dinesh kumar
From
United Kingdom
Best place to stay when you are a solo traveller. Place is maintained very well by the hostel staff(especially the lady who always cleans)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 355 reviews
Price from
$48.46
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 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,258 reviews

    Conveniently set in Edinburgh, St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Old Town provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,668 reviews

    Located 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.1
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 217 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.

  • Haymarket Hostel

    Edinburgh
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,172 reviews

    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.

  • New Town Rooms

    Edinburgh
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 641 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
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,239 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: $260.15
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,668 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 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,265 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,283 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,526 reviews
    Amazing hostel !! Good breakfast for cheap. Great location. Confortable
    Guest review by
    Gauthier
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,855 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 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,855 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,786 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,526 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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