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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.

A
Alda
From
Guatemala
The staff was amazing, specially Lou... i loved that i could get to the tram or bus station really quick!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,065 reviews
Price from
US$92.96
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

C
Clea
From
Switzerland
welcoming & friendly staff, clean common areas, very central!! more than enough space in the rooms, locker storage in rooms, comfy & clean bedding.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7,985 reviews
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US$103.04
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

A
Anzhela
From
Belarus
I liked everything- location, it's always clean, the room is very spacious, the kitchen is equipped with everything, bathrooms are modern and clean. Staff is friendly and helpful. Have never stayed in a such a good hostel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,566 reviews
Price from
US$77.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+)

Old Town, Edinburgh

Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+) has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Edinburgh.

A
Anna
From
Poland
The hostels interior, the close proximity to the city centre and haunted graveyard, the afternoon activities, really friendly staff. To sum up the best hostel I've ever been!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,861 reviews
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US$90.94
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

L
Liubovi
From
Romania
Thank you to whole CoDE POD The LoFT team you are great and so helpful and welcome. I felt like i returned back home and my family met me with so much warm and support. Guys this location is awesome please keep it like that. I want to come back. And not only the team but also vibes and ambiance is so comfortable and unique. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,262 reviews
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US$181.27
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

B
Banjoed
From
Iceland
Friends staff n friendly roomate to short get to know everyone
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,255 reviews
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US$72.75
1 night, 2 adults
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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...

A
Alasdair
From
United Kingdom
Good location, nice room, good facilities
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,329 reviews
Price from
US$87.30
1 night, 2 adults
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Edinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only

Old Town, Edinburgh

Edinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only is situated conveniently in Edinburgh, and offers a shared lounge and free WiFi.

J
Jeremy
From
Switzerland
you get much a perfect on suite bedroom for half the price or less than in a hotel. Location a few feet from the royal mile is hard to beat.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,995 reviews
Price from
US$75.07
1 night, 2 adults
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St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Old Town

Old Town, Edinburgh

Well set in the centre of Edinburgh, St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Old Town provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

P
Pro nomad
From
South Korea
Clean and kind hostel with a high quality
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,264 reviews
Price from
US$48.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate

Old Town, Edinburgh

Safėstay Edinburgh Cowgate is located in Edinburgh, a 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley train station.

S
Seemant
From
India
Staff was great. Especially Maen, TJ, Anushka. Great team.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,314 reviews
Price from
US$129.98
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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Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Edinburgh and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 5,695 reviews

    A lively/quirky and beautiful accommodation in the centre of the Scottish capital.

    From US$320.44 per night

  • New Town Rooms

    Edinburgh
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 674 reviews

    New Town Rooms provides rooms in Edinburgh near National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse.

  • West End Hotel

    Edinburgh
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,317 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$85.21 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,995 reviews

    Edinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only is situated conveniently in Edinburgh, and offers a shared lounge and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.2
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 236 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...

  • Belford Hostel

    Edinburgh
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 480 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$126.64 per night

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  • St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Original

    Hostel in Old Town, Edinburgh
    Avg. price/night: US$206.37
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,608 reviews
    Perfect location, very clean and safe, one of best hostels I've ever visisted.
    Guest review by
    Peter
    Young couple

  • Haystack Hostel

    Hostel in Edinburgh
    Avg. price/night: US$245.20
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,255 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

  • West End Hotel

    Hostel in Edinburgh
    Avg. price/night: US$85.21
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,317 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

  • Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)

    Hostel in Old Town, Edinburgh
    Avg. price/night: US$269.18
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,566 reviews
    Amazing hostel !! Good breakfast for cheap. Great location. Confortable
    Guest review by
    Gauthier
    Solo traveller

  • Royal Mile Backpackers

    Hostel in Old Town, Edinburgh
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,790 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

  • Royal Mile Backpackers

    Hostel in Old Town, Edinburgh
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,790 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

  • Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+)

    Hostel in Old Town, Edinburgh
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,861 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

  • Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)

    Hostel in Old Town, Edinburgh
    Avg. price/night: US$269.18
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,566 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