Name: The Baxter Hostel
Address: 5/2 West Register Street, New Town, Edinburgh, EH2 2AA, United Kingdom, 5/2 West Register Street, Lothian, EH2 2AA, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $25 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.7

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The Baxter Hostel

This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, food and architecture – Check location 5/2 West Register Street, New Town, Edinburgh, EH2 2AA, United Kingdom – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, food and architecture – Check location

*7.8* Brass Rubbing Center: only 5 minutes away! (1,350 feet by foot)

*8.9* City Art Center: only 4 minutes away! (900 feet by foot)

Edinburgh Waverley station: only 3 minutes away! (600 feet by foot)

*8.0* Omni Center: only 5 minutes away! (1,300 feet by foot)

*8.6* St. Giles Cathedral: only 6 minutes away! (1,500 feet by foot)

Waterloo Place: only 2 minutes away! (500 feet by foot)

*8.3* Camera Obscura and World of Illusions: only 3 minutes away! (550 feet by foot)

*8.9* Edinburgh Military Tattoo: only 6 minutes away! (1,400 feet by foot)

*8.9* The Real Mary King's Close: only 6 minutes away! (1,400 feet by foot)

*9.1* Scottish National Gallery: only 6 minutes away! (1,500 feet by foot)

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Very good Location and most stylish hostel ever seen

Theodore, France

The staff was really nice. The place was clean and cozy, with cute decorations. Breakfast was light but pretty good.

Tina, United States of America

Location, close to amsterdam central station and city centre.

Rodrigo, Brazil

Location - excellent Staff - friendly & helpful Good beds, clean sheets, hot breakfast :)

Igor_dyachenko, Russia

Comfortable beds with pillows, very close to the train station, free and nice breakfast

Serif, Nigeria

The staff are great and are very helpful with great advice and knowledge about the city and what it has to offer!

Rachel, United States of America

Location, the design, comfortable rooms. Nice egg breakfast!

Ida, Norway

Convenient hostel in the heart of New Town, easy access to pretty much everything including all public transit, and off the central road so it stayed a bit quieter, wonderful breakfasts too!

Hannah, Germany

I liked everything:) especially the staff and location.

Vaniamatos, Ireland

I spent seven days there, and I can say that I am satisfied. The location is terrific; for example, it is quite close to the famous Balmoral Hotel (where JK Rowling finished the Harry Potter series), and it is also close to Calton Hill, since that place you can have a good view of the city. Furthermore, the hostel is near to the bus station where you can take the transport to the airport. Two of the girls there were very gentle, they even spoke to me in Spanish. The common space is idoneous to meet more people, a very well designed area that includes free coffee and tea.

Omar, Germany

One of our best sellers in Edinburgh! Offering boutique hostel accommodations, The Baxter Hostel is located in the city center of Edinburgh. Free WiFi access is available.

The dormitories feature bunk beds and secure lockers. At The Baxter Hostel, there is a 24-hour front desk and a shared self-catering kitchen. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge and luggage storage.

Different policies will apply for bookings for full dorms or more than 6 people.

The hostel is 650 feet from Edinburgh Waverley station, 1,300 feet from Omni Center, and 1,300 feet from Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Glasgow Airport is 48 mi away.

New Town is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, food and architecture.

This is our guests' favorite part of Edinburgh, according to independent reviews.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Edinburgh! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Edinburgh! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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The Baxter is the first of its kind, a lovingly restored and restyled building boasting a boutique hostel located in the heart of Edinburgh’s World Heritage site. Over the last two years the Baxter brothers, fueled by a passion to create the very best hostel experience, have crafted a uniquely styled, stunning and slightly eccentric hostel. With a wide range of accommodation options, an immaculately customised kitchen as well as a luxe lounging and dining area, The Baxter provides the perfect base to make the most of our amazing city.

Area Info – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, food and architecture – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

Waterloo Place
0.1 miles
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
0.1 miles
Edinburgh Waverley station
0.1 miles
Multrees Walk
0.1 miles
City Art Center
0.2 miles
Omni Center
0.2 miles
Brass Rubbing Center
0.3 miles
The Real Mary King's Close
0.3 miles
Edinburgh Military Tattoo
0.3 miles
The City of Edinburgh Council
0.3 miles

Natural Beauty

Arthur's Seat Mountain
2 miles

Closest Airports

Edinburgh Airport
6.7 miles
Glasgow Airport
48.4 miles

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Harvey Nichols Department Store
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Multrees Walk Luxury
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St James Shopping Mall Mall
John Lewis Department Store
Popular brands like: Apple, Gucci, Hermès, Prada, Nike, Ralph Lauren, Burberry

What Travelers Love About This Location

“This was a modern and cool place with the best staff!! I had a health issue while I was here and Sarah was amazing and flexible regarding my booking. Really kind guy at night too whose name I can't remember!! Really really great people. Comfortable common space In kitchen. Great location. I felt totally supported on my journey. ”

Lauren

United States of America

“The bunk beds are surprisingly comfy. For a hostel it is very very clean, was susprised. And it is right next to the Scott monument and tons of shops! The staff are extremely nice and accommodating.”

Steven

United States of America

“The staff were great. Friendly and very helpful. The property was very clean and the location was right across Waverly Station. Looked exactly like the pictures. They even include eggs and toast which is made for you in the morning. A nice touch”

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Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.

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Pets are not allowed.

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When booking for more than 6 people, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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Please note that the property has an over 18's only policy.

When booking for more than 6 persons, or when booking an entire dormitory room, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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Reviewed: August 18, 2018

Theodore
France
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bunk Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇Very good Location and most stylish hostel ever seen

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 16, 2018

Tina
United States of America
8.3

“Clean cozy place”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉The sink & shower facilities were a little small, and the top bunk bed is very close to the ceiling so it's easy to bump your head.
눇The staff was really nice. The place was clean and cozy, with cute decorations. Breakfast was light but pretty good.

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 15, 2018

Rodrigo
Brazil
5.0

“Location is the only pro.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bunk Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Dirty bathrooms, uncomfortable bedroom and bed, powerplugs didnt work, also no appropriate place for average-sized baggage.
눇Location, close to amsterdam central station and city centre.

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 15, 2018

Igor_Dyachenko
Russia
Age group: 25 – 34
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bunk Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇Location - excellent Staff - friendly & helpful Good beds, clean sheets, hot breakfast :)

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 13, 2018

Lambs 20th
United States of America
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉For the price, no complaints. It is a hostel
눇Staff was great. Well run

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 11, 2018

Serif
Nigeria
Age group: 25 – 34
7.9

“Nice location ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bunk Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Can be queue for bathrooms, toilets in the morning...room smell bad if too many shoes, air circulation in the room is insufficient.no sockets in bathroom for hair dryer
눇Comfortable beds with pillows, very close to the train station, free and nice breakfast

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 11, 2018

Rachel
United States of America
Age group: 18 – 24
10

“My second stay, and it was just as wonderful as the first!”
- • Solo traveler
- • Bunk Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉The wifi did not consistently work in the room, but the atmosphere in the common area was wonderful, no complaints otherwise.
눇The staff are great and are very helpful with great advice and knowledge about the city and what it has to offer!

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 10, 2018

Anonymous
Ireland
5.4

“good location and staff, but get bite by bedbug(s)!!!!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
눉ah I have nothing to say, I stayed here for only one night, (booked 3 nights, but they relocated me to other hostel because they need to shut down the place because of repair work, which is totally understandable), the bad thing is I got bite by bedbug(s) there for the first night and it was seriously itching and was very annoying during the trip.
눇The staff there was very nice and helpful, the location is also very great, very close to old town and just minutes walk from the bus station.

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 10, 2018

Ida
Norway
9.2

“Would visit again”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bunk Bed in 9-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉It was very warm inside - difficult to sleep and sweating during breakfast. The temperature outside was much lower, but it did not really air out properly.
눇Location, the design, comfortable rooms. Nice egg breakfast!

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: August 8, 2018

Hannah
Germany
7.9

“Great central hostel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bunk Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
눇Convenient hostel in the heart of New Town, easy access to pretty much everything including all public transit, and off the central road so it stayed a bit quieter, wonderful breakfasts too!

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 8, 2018

VaniaMatos
Ireland
Age group: 25 – 34

2 helpful votes
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Bunk Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉The Noise outside our dorm.
눇I liked everything:) especially the staff and location.

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 4, 2018

Omar
Germany

1 helpful vote
9.2

“Cozy place, very well located, and cheap (considering that you are in the UK).”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bunk Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 6 nights
눉Even when the breakfast is quite good, is very minimalistic and is always the same, I was there for one week, so I became bored in the fourth day.
눇I spent seven days there, and I can say that I am satisfied. The location is terrific; for example, it is quite close to the famous Balmoral Hotel (where JK Rowling finished the Harry Potter series), and it is also close to Calton Hill, since that place you can have a good view of the city. Furthermore, the hostel is near to the bus station where you can take the transport to the airport. Two of the girls there were very gentle, they even spoke to me in Spanish. The common space is idoneous to meet more people, a very well designed area that includes free coffee and tea.

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: August 3, 2018

Wing
Hong Kong
7.1

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Quadruple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉The room was stuffy, my mother has opened a window. While smell of sausage and beacon would come in at the morning. The bed sheet has stink on it.
눇location was good, with free egg and toast breakfast and helpful staffs.

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: August 2, 2018

Shree85
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
7.9

“Lovely Hostel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Bunk Bed in 9-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
눉The top bunk was too close to ceiling, and that was bit uncomfortable.
눇Location is brilliant!

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: July 31, 2018

RDPdune
Italy
8.8

“Very very good”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bunk Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Breakfast room was too small, but it was not a problem find a place to take it.
눇Amazing position to visit the whole city. Furthermore the close position to the Airlink bus stop.

Stayed in July 2018

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	Bunk Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Room Size 226 ft² These dorms offer a blend of contemporary and original features with unique touches including tartan fabrics and modern art work. All dorms have free WiFi, heating and access to a shared bathroom and a shared kitchen. Lockers and luggage storage are available. Room Facilities: • Shower • Refrigerator • Shared bathroom • Heating • Kitchen • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Oven • Toaster Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Bunk Bed in 9-Bed Female Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Room Size 172 ft² This bed in dormitory features a electric kettle, oven and stovetop. Room Facilities: • Shower • Refrigerator • Shared bathroom • Heating • Kitchen • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Oven • Stovetop • Toaster • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Semi-detached Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Bunk Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Room Size 172 ft² These dorms offer a blend of contemporary and original features with unique touches including tartan fabrics and modern art work. All dorms have free WiFi, heating and access to a shared bathroom and a shared kitchen. Lockers and luggage storage are available. Room Facilities: • Shower • Refrigerator • Shared bathroom • Heating • Kitchen • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Oven • Stovetop • Toaster Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Room Size 151 ft² These dorms offer a blend of contemporary and original features with unique touches including tartan fabrics and modern art work. All dorms have free WiFi, heating and access to a shared bathroom and a shared kitchen. Lockers and luggage storage are available. Room Facilities: • Shower • Refrigerator • Shared bathroom • Heating • Kitchen • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Oven • Stovetop • Toaster Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Room Size 161 ft² These dorms offer a blend of contemporary and original features with unique touches including tartan fabrics and modern art work. All dorms have free WiFi, heating and access to a shared bathroom and a shared kitchen. Lockers and luggage storage are available. Room Facilities: • Shower • Refrigerator • Shared bathroom • Heating • Shared toilet • Kitchen • Kitchenware • Oven • Stovetop • Toaster Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Quadruple Room 4 bunk beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content Room Size 151 ft² This room comes with private bathroom facilities. Room Facilities: • Shower • Refrigerator • Shared bathroom • Heating • Kitchen • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Oven • Stovetop • Toaster Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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