About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Old Town in Edinburgh offers adults-only accommodation with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and city views. Each room includes a shower, tea and coffee maker, and TV. Dining and Leisure: Guests can enjoy a restaurant serving American cuisine for lunch and dinner, a bar, and free WiFi. The property also features a continental buffet breakfast. Convenient Location: Located 10 km from Edinburgh Airport, the hostel is near attractions such as Camera Obscura and World of Illusions (5-minute walk), Edinburgh Castle (1 km), and Edinburgh Playhouse (12-minute walk). Public transport options are available. Activities and Surroundings: Guests can participate in walking tours, enjoy boating, kayaking, or canoeing in the surrounding area.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Heating
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Meeri
Finland
“I really liked how clean the room was and that there were curtains in every bed, the drinking water fountain was very nice and also the 24/7 reception. The ”kitchen” area also worked well. My roommates were super nice and quiet!” - Fiona
United Kingdom
“Very close to airport bus for early morning departures! Great location and value.” - Phyllis
United Kingdom
“Close to town Every thing nearby e.g breakfast,showers and reception” - Dr
India
“Excellent rooms, very friendly staff. Very clean and well maintained. My first dormitory experience and it was a great one” - Sławomir
Poland
“Comfy beds, good breakfast, friendly and welcoming staff.” - Miguel
Portugal
“Alan at reception was absolutely fantastic, both in friendliness and professionalism. Location is amazing” - Kwok
Hong Kong
“Perfect location next to train station, very good breakfast, comfortable bed, the cheapest place I can get during the Fringe festival” - Charlotte
Denmark
“Me and my friend had a great stay! Ilenia & Violeta were especially accommodating!” - Copstick
United Kingdom
“The staff, in particular, could not have been more helpful” - Burcu
Turkey
“Everything was great, the location was absolutely convenient. Easy to reach everywhere”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Belushi's Bar
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forLunch • Dinner
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.


The fine print
Please note that guests under 18 years old must stay in a private room with a parent or guardian over 18 and cannot be accommodated in a dormitory room with guests who are not part of their group or family.
Please note that guests under 18 years old are not admitted in the bar.
Please note that a physical, valid passport or UK driver’s license as well as a credit card are required for check-in (photocopies or pictures of IDs will not be accepted).
Bookings of 9+ guests may be subject to additional conditions and supplements, please contact us for any queries.
Please note we have a maximum stay policy of 7 days, bookings that exceed this policy may be cancelled.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.