Hostels in Edinburgh
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The best hostels in Edinburgh
Some of the best backpacker spots in Edinburgh
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,098 reviewsFromUS$921 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7,906 reviewsFromUS$1121 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,588 reviewsFromUS$791 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,908 reviewsFromUS$881 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,222 reviewsFromUS$811 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,701 reviewsFromUS$571 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,726 reviewsFromUS$501 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,889 reviewsFromUS$1051 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,244 reviewsFromUS$661 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,336 reviewsFromUS$851 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 2,054 reviewsFromUS$911 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 4,303 reviewsFromUS$551 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,514 reviewsFromUS$1381 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 3,391 reviewsFromUS$751 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 4,085 reviewsFromUS$961 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 2,563 reviewsFromUS$631 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 4,303 reviewsFromUS$651 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 479 reviewsFromUS$661 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 473 reviewsFromUS$781 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 366 reviewsFromUS$661 night, 2 adults
Looking for a hostel?
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.
Most booked hostels in Edinburgh and surroundings in the past month
Popular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,563 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,391 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,054 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,514 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,447 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,303 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,089 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,908 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7,906 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Edinburgh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,588 reviews
No credit card needed to book these hostels in Edinburgh and nearby
Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only
Old Town, Edinburgh
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,887 reviews
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.
From US$134.72 per night
High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere
Old Town, Edinburgh
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,701 reviews
Situated in central Edinburgh, the High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere offers free WiFi in all areas.
Haystack Hostel
Edinburgh
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,244 reviews
Just 50 metres from Edinburgh’s bustling Princes Street, Haystack Hostel is set in a renovated 18th-century Georgian building.
From US$145.89 per night
Princes Street Hostel
Edinburgh
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,098 reviews
Princes Street Hostel is well set in Edinburgh, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi.
From US$129.59 per night
Haymarket Hostel
Edinburgh
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,447 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.
The Hostel
Edinburgh
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,200 reviews
Set in an original Victorian building, this funky hostel offers dorm rooms with large windows and high ceilings.
Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Edinburgh and nearby
New Town Rooms
Edinburgh
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 705 reviews
New Town Rooms provides rooms in Edinburgh near National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse.
From US$100.94 per night
Belford Hostel
Edinburgh
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 473 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$93.45 per night
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Avg. price/night: US$179.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,563 reviews
Perfect location, very clean and safe, one of best hostels I've ever visisted.
Guest review by
PeterYoung couple
Avg. price/night: US$145.89
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,244 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
NiaSolo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$81.62
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 4,303 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
puriSolo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$170.34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,588 reviews
Amazing hostel !! Good breakfast for cheap. Great location. Confortable
Guest review by
GauthierSolo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,726 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
FranceSolo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,726 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
KatarzynaSolo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$177.44
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,908 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
DariiaSolo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$170.34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,588 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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SophieSolo traveller
