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Princes Street Hostel

Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh

Princes Street Hostel is conveniently set in Edinburgh, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi.

H
Helen Mary
From
Morocco
The staff at Princess Street were exceptional and went out of their way to make my stay a great one. Helen at the front desk messaged and made sure she was available so I could check in on New Years eve. Everyone was so friendly and helpful plus they work so hard to keep the hostel clean and in tip top shape. It was a great stay and I would go back. The location is perfect and convenient to so much.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,003 reviews
Price from
$85.64
1 night, 2 adults

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Old Town, Edinburgh

Attractively located in Edinburgh, CoDE Pod Hostels - THE CoURT is 328 feet from The Real Mary King's Close.

L
Leila
From
France
The location is just perfect ! The members of staff are really helpful and always here to help
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 7,604 reviews
Price from
$99.77
1 night, 2 adults

Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)

Old Town, Edinburgh

Featuring a shared lounge, a restaurant as well as a bar, Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) is located in the center of Edinburgh, a 9-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle.

i
ibrahim
From
Egypt
All was nice , also I recommend the breakfast over there . Location is perfect and very clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,249 reviews
Price from
$40.47
1 night, 2 adults

Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+)

Old Town, Edinburgh

Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+) has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Edinburgh. This 4-star hostel features free WiFi and a bar.

A
Aziz
From
Uzbekistan
It is located old city, good rooms. Make curtains on the beds, have been more comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,733 reviews
Price from
$50.10
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.

G
Gani
From
United States
We are pleased that guest of this pod are very quiet and polite. Really comfortable even with mix gender shared bathroom. The staffs are well trained, beautiful people all around.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,229 reviews
Price from
$78.13
1 night, 2 adults

High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere

Old Town, Edinburgh

Located in central Edinburgh, the High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere offers free WiFi in all areas.

C
Chelsea
From
United States
Very friendly and accommodating
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,179 reviews
Price from
$46.25
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.

L
Louise
From
Thailand
Great social hostel in the centre of Edinburgh, close to bars and restaurants. Beds were comfortable enough. Lots of activities to participate in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,847 reviews
Price from
$42.22
1 night, 2 adults

Edinburgh Central Accommodation

Broughton, Edinburgh

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

A
Aldren Roy
From
Philippines
Friendly staff and good facilities like the kitchen, the lounge area and the water pressure on the shower was great.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,169 reviews
Price from
$78.68
1 night, 2 adults

Haystack Hostel

Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh

Just 164 feet from Edinburgh’s bustling Princes Street, Haystack Hostel is set in a renovated 18th-century Georgian building.

L
Lauren
From
United States
The facilities were clean, the room was comfortable, the kitchen was well-stocked, everything was at a comfortable temperature, and the floor was quiet. Everything I could’ve hoped for from a hostel stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,226 reviews
Price from
$96.35
1 night, 2 adults

Just Sleep Hostel Edinburgh

Leith, Edinburgh

In a prime location in the Leith district of Edinburgh, Just Sleep Hostel Edinburgh is located 1.2 miles from Royal Yacht Britannia, 1.6 miles from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station and 1.2 miles from...

H
Heydarian
From
Malaysia
Nice staff, Clean, good kitchen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 830 reviews
Price from
$64.23
1 night, 2 adults
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New Town Rooms

Edinburgh
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 933 reviews

New Town Rooms is located in Edinburgh, a 19-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station and 1.2 miles from National Museum of Scotland.

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Avg. price/night: $361.15
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,333 reviews
Perfect location, very clean and safe, one of best hostels I've ever visisted.
Guest review byPeter
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,226 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 byNia
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $397.91
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,246 reviews
Amazing hostel !! Good breakfast for cheap. Great location. Confortable
Guest review byGauthier
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,847 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 byFrance
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,847 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 byKatarzyna
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $357.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,733 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 byDariia
Solo traveler

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