Well situated in the center of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Backpackers provides free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property is located a 12-minute walk from University of Edinburgh, 200 yards from The Real Mary King's Close and a 2-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station. The property is close to popular attractions like Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Playhouse and EICC. Popular points of interest near the hostel include Royal Mile, National Museum of Scotland and Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 6.2 miles from Edinburgh Backpackers.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Edinburgh, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
7.3
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Value for money
7.7
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.0
Low score for Edinburgh
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Area info

Amenities of Edinburgh Backpackers

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Media & Technology
  • Cable channels
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Edinburgh Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo Discover JCB Cash is not accepted Debit card Edinburgh Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Edinburgh Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about Edinburgh Backpackers

  • The prices at Edinburgh Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Edinburgh Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Edinburgh Backpackers is 1,300 feet from the center of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Edinburgh Backpackers is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.