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Princes Street Hostel

Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh

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

V
Victor
From
Sweden
Good breakfast available just next door, but if you want something else there is various options in the streets surrounding the hostel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,065 reviews
Price from
US$97.38
1 night, 2 adults

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

Old Town, Edinburgh

Attractively situated in Edinburgh, CoDE Pod Hostels - THE CoURT is 100 metres from The Real Mary King's Close.

M
Mariia
From
Russia
Friendly staff, comfortable rooms, separate shower and toilets, there are hot water, heat, kitchen, bar, cool location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 8,053 reviews
Price from
US$105.27
1 night, 2 adults

Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)

Old Town, Edinburgh

Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) is conveniently located in the centre of Edinburgh, and offers a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk.

V
Victor
From
United Kingdom
The property’s location to the castle, National museum and Scott monument is what I like most. The staff are super helpful too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,573 reviews
Price from
US$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.

T
Tanja and Jani
From
Slovenia
Comfy beds, central location, very kind staff, fresh and clean bathrooms.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,862 reviews
Price from
US$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.

A
Alex_G
From
Germany
Great location, its right in the city center, next to a great pub and generally new Rose street look is pretty charming. Self check-in, clean bathroom, comfy beds. Overall, really good value for money you can get in city center.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,274 reviews
Price from
US$116.02
1 night, 2 adults

High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere

Old Town, Edinburgh

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

A
Awais
From
Pakistan
It was one of the best hostels I have stayed in. Would highly recommend it to anybody visiting Edinburgh. Overall, the hostel is very clean, and the interior is well decorated, which feels so good. The prices are reasonable. I loved the 3£ breakfast, which is so cheap cause it's unlimited. I tried different food items, which would otherwise have cost me at least 10£. The location is also central. The lockers in the room are also provided for free, which is handy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,887 reviews
Price from
US$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.

Z
Zane
From
Latvia
Excellent location and had all the necessary amenities. The staff were welcoming and helpful and the other guests were very respectful. Overall great value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,805 reviews
Price from
US$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.

M
Mathieu
From
Canada
Perfect location. Multiple common rooms. Huge common rooms.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,044 reviews
Price from
US$73.85
1 night, 2 adults

Haystack Hostel

Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh

Just 50 metres from Edinburgh’s bustling Princes Street, Haystack Hostel is set in a renovated 18th-century Georgian building.

Š
Špela
From
Slovenia
It’s very clean, friendly and quiet. The location is great, near all the attractions. The bathrooms are clean, the kitchen is well equipped.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,259 reviews
Price from
US$73.03
1 night, 2 adults

Haymarket Hostel

West End, Edinburgh

Boasting a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Haymarket Hostel is situated in the centre of Edinburgh, 500 metres from Edinburgh International Conference Centre.

B
Bence Ádám
From
Hungary
Modern beds and facilities with free coffee and tea in the kitchen 24/7. 24/7 check in is also 24/7
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,263 reviews
Price from
US$41.66
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

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

    Situated 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 50 metres 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
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews

    Located in Edinburgh and within less than 1 km of Edinburgh International Conference Centre, THE KINGSVIEW TOWNHOUSE - Boutique Hostel features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout...

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

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

    From US$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 provides rooms in Edinburgh near National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse.

  • 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: US$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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$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 traveller
  • 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 traveller
  • 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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$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 traveller