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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.

J
Joselenys
From
Venezuela
Excellent location, near must see places. Very clean and comfortable. I saw the staff cleaning every night and early in the mornings. I work remotely, and I was able to work from the lounge with no issue. It has a kitchen where you can prepare your meals, in the lounge you have books, table games, background music and recommendation from the staff on where to go, and what to see I stayed here for 2 weeks and I felt right at home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,096 reviews
Price from
US$96.02
1 night, 2 adults

CODE - 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.

P
Psalms
From
Malaysia
My stay at the CoDE Pod was absolutely fantastic! I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and can confidently say that I'll be returning for another visit. The atmosphere, service, and overall ambience exceeded my expectations. The bathroom cleanliness and facilities are so good. Looking forward to making more wonderful memories during my next stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7,933 reviews
Price from
US$114.08
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.

M
Miroslav
From
Serbia
In the heart of Edinburgh, close to all touristic attractions. It is very clean, staff were really nice and helpful. Breakfast was excellent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,583 reviews
Price from
US$80.50
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.

R
Reet
From
Estonia
This place was great for many reasons: good price, a very good location near all important attractions, lovely staff, one of the cleanest hostels ever seen, the breakfast was also sufficient.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,916 reviews
Price from
US$87.60
1 night, 2 adults

CODE - 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.

N
Natalia
From
Spain
Omg i loved everything! Staff, location, beds were soooo comfortable, cosy and private, clean. Will deff stay again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,230 reviews
Price from
US$161.85
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
ALDYBIAT
From
France
Very good place. Well located. Social & youth environment.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,724 reviews
Price from
US$55.90
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.

M
Midica
From
Sweden
The bunk beds in the hostel are comfortable and I slept well there! The common areas are quiet and people respect each other! I liked the fact that there was a socket next to each bed and that you get even a usb contact so that you don't need an adapter to charge your phone 🙂
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,745 reviews
Price from
US$49.67
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.

J
Jessica
From
Colombia
Excelent location, warm welcome, good service.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,916 reviews
Price from
US$104.74
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.

L
Lana
From
Sweden
Oh goodness I loved everything. The location is superb, right next to a bunch of stops for both busses and tram. It's also pretty close to alot of attractions, and not much of a walk to alot of other places. The staff are beyond lovely. The rooms are spotless clean and so comfy that the first night I actually overslept. The bathrooms are also nice and clean, separated with the showers shared. The kitchen facilities are so cute and well furnished, didn't need anything that wasn't already there, really. Although I didn't book any, there were alot of tours available that seemed to cover alot of things, I would definitely try them next time. Absolutely coming back here if I do ever go back to Edinburgh (hopefully).
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,249 reviews
Price from
US$65.77
1 night, 2 adults

Argyle Backpackers

Newington, Edinburgh

Situated in Edinburgh and with University of Edinburgh reachable within less than 1 km, Argyle Backpackers features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared...

G
Gary
From
United States
The cheerful greeting by the day staff was a tonic at the end of a long train ride down from Findhorn. I was settled in easily and thoroughly enjoyed the ambiance of the living room and kitchen areas. The house is old, but quite well maintained, and the rooms are most comfortable. There was no provided breakfast, though there is a grocer across the street, and it opens early. Argyle is close to public transportation, so getting to central Edinburgh is easy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,335 reviews
Price from
US$85.23
1 night, 2 adults
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Haymarket Hostel

Edinburgh
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,423 reviews

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.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,076 reviews

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

From US$161.79 per night

West End Hotel

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 4,310 reviews

The West End Hotel is located in a B-listed Victorian townhouse only 15-minutes walk from the West End of Princes Street, the perfect base to relax yet within easy reach of all that Edinburgh has to...

From US$124.80 per night

Belford Hostel

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 475 reviews

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a bar, Belford Hostel is set in the centre of Edinburgh, 1 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre.

From US$115.91 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,581 reviews

Situated opposite Waverley railway station, St Christopher's offers budget accommodation in central Edinburgh with free Wi-Fi, electronic card entry system, lockers, and insured luggage storage.

From US$186.88 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$186.88
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,581 reviews
Perfect location, very clean and safe, one of best hostels I've ever visisted.
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Peter
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$218.35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,249 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$124.80
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 4,310 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$241.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,583 reviews
Amazing hostel !! Good breakfast for cheap. Great location. Confortable
Guest review by
Gauthier
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,745 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!
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France
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,745 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.
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Katarzyna
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$156.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,916 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!
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Dariia
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$241.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,583 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!
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Sophie
Solo traveller