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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, 2,074 reviews
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US$93.29
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.

S
Sar & Ava
From
Iraq
Everything ! Thank you very much! Love you all. amazing hostel with AMAZING STAFF. Perfect location beautiful pod and curtain! full privacy! Lockers to keep your stuff... everything was extraordinary....
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7,954 reviews
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US$100.16
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
Arbie John Paolo
From
Canada
1.The location is close to everything, Edinburgh Castle, Victoria Street, Royal Mile, Greyfriars Kirkyard, Museum, Princes Street.. etc 2. The breakfast is great and cheaper than eating out at restaurants around the area. I usually eat heavy breakfast then i'm still full for lunch 3. Clean washrooms 4. 10% discount at kickassbar 5. Big rooms and the pods have sliding doors so people still have privacy in their space
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,567 reviews
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US$75.57
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.

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, 5,866 reviews
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US$89.96
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.

U
Uju
From
Lithuania
The property was located in the city and very close to the attraction sites, shopping centers, bus and train stations. The hostel was very clean and the staff were friendly. I would stay here again if I find myself in Edinburgh.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,254 reviews
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US$173.19
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

K
Kaplunovich
From
United States
The staff were amazing. Super welcoming and easy to talk to.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,828 reviews
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US$56.64
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

R
Reginaldo Giuliano
From
Ireland
The location is super. We could see the Edinburgh Castle through our room’s window. The facilities are very good with lot of rooms to rest. There is a luggage room without a cost. The staff is friendly and helpful. I would stay there again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,968 reviews
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US$106.13
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.

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, 1,256 reviews
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US$66.64
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, 1,318 reviews
Price from
US$86.36
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.

O
Ola
From
Poland
Perfect location, very nice staff who located our 10-people group in a great configurstion. We are very satisfied about this stay. Very nice art stairs decoration.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,012 reviews
Price from
US$74.26
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 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,045 reviews

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

    From US$195.91 per night

  • New Town Rooms

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 680 reviews

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

  • West End Hotel

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,302 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...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.1
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 241 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...

  • Haymarket Hostel

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,330 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 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,358 reviews

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

    From US$154.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,596 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$248.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 5,678 reviews

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

    From US$195.07 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,480 reviews

    Offering boutique hostel accommodation, The Baxter Hostel is located in the city centre of Edinburgh. Free WiFi access is available. The dormitories feature bunk beds and secure lockers.

  • Belford Hostel

    Edinburgh
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 476 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.

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  • St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Original

    Hostel in Old Town, Edinburgh
    Avg. price/night: US$248.56
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,596 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$213.24
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,256 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
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,302 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$316.66
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,567 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, 1,771 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, 1,771 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
    Avg. price/night: US$244.69
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,866 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$316.66
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 10,567 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

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