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The Dolphin Inn Hostel features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Dunbar. The property is located 2.6 km from Belhaven Bay Beach, 31 km from Muirfield and 46 km from The Maltings Theatre & Cinema. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The location is perfect - 5 mins from the train station. The stuff is really helpful, the room is awesome (we booked the family one), and Dunbar is a great place to visit!

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9.3
Superb
608 reviews
Price from
US$60
per night

Princes Street Hostel is well set in Edinburgh, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is set 1.3 km from University of Edinburgh, less than 1 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and a 12-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle. The property is non-smoking and is located 300 metres from Edinburgh Waverley station. Good breakfast available just next door, but if you want something else there is various options in the streets surrounding the hostel.

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8.3
Very good
2,066 reviews
Price from
US$37
per night

Attractively situated in Edinburgh, CoDE Pod Hostels - THE CoURT is 100 metres from The Real Mary King's Close. This property is situated a short distance from attractions such as Royal Mile, National Museum of Scotland, and Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk. Friendly staff, comfortable rooms, separate shower and toilets, there are hot water, heat, kitchen, bar, cool location

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8.7
Fabulous
8,063 reviews
Price from
US$53
per night

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. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a tour desk. I’ve stayed in many hostels throughout my travels, and this one was probably the best I’ve ever experienced. I slept in a pod, which was very comfortable and provided a good amount of privacy. The room was clean, the toilets and bathrooms were exceptionally clean, and there was hot water as well. The only minor inconvenience was having to press the button repeatedly for the water, but it wasn’t a big issue. The staff at the reception were incredibly friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend trying the pub crawl – it’s a fantastic way to meet people from all over the world, regardless of your age. The staff knew all the best places to visit, making my stay even more enjoyable and memorable.

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8.4
Very good
10,582 reviews
Price from
US$23
per night

Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+) has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Edinburgh. Located around 1 km from Edinburgh Castle, the hostel with free WiFi is also 700 metres away from Edinburgh Waverley station. The property is 100 metres from the city centre and 400 metres from National Museum of Scotland. Comfy beds, central location, very kind staff, fresh and clean bathrooms.

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8.1
Very good
5,865 reviews
Price from
US$24
per night

Each pod-style room at Code Hostel Edinburgh has a shower room and you can relax in bright communal areas, too.

The hostel is within 10 minutes' walk of Edinburgh Waverly Railway Station, while Edinburgh Castle and the old town can be reached in around 15 minutes by foot. 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.

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8.4
Very good
1,279 reviews
Price from
US$57
per night

Situated in central Edinburgh, the High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere offers free WiFi in all areas. Dating back to 1564, this historic property is on a small side street, just off the Royal Mile.

The hostel offers single beds in shared dormitory rooms. Each bed has a bedside safe and a locker. The rooms have access to shared bathroom facilities. The city was mind blowing, the location of the hostel is just amazing, walking distance to all the landmarks and an amazing vibe, staff knowledgeable about the city, what to do, what to see, events, I loved it

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8.2
Very good
2,890 reviews
Price from
US$34
per night

Mixed and female dormitories have bunk beds and lockers, and guests can make use of laundry services, hairdryers and adaptors. Luggage storage is available at the property. Bicycle storage is available at the High Street Hostel just across the road. 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.

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8.2
Very good
1,805 reviews
Price from
US$32
per night

The hostel offers accommodation exclusively for guests aged 18 years and older. Dormitories feature bunk beds with bedside lockers and have use of shared bathroom facilities with showers. There is a cosy lounge with a piano and large sofas by the fireplace, a movie room with big screen and an internet lounge with WiFi. Excellent location - close to everything, friendly staff, clean facilities.

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8.8
Fabulous
2,046 reviews
Price from
US$39
per night

Just 50 metres from Edinburgh’s bustling Princes Street, Haystack Hostel is set in a renovated 18th-century Georgian building. It offers (not 24h reception) with free Wi-Fi and a fully equipped shared kitchen. It’s very clean, friendly and quiet. The location is great, near all the attractions. The bathrooms are clean, the kitchen is well equipped.

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8.3
Very good
1,260 reviews
Price from
US$43
per night

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