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Best hostels in Edinburgh

High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere - Edinburgh
9.0 11251 reviews
Edinburgh
06/06 – 07/06
$84/nightfor 1 night

High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere

1 1
hostel, Edinburgh
Located on a quiet side street just off the Royal Mile in central Edinburgh, this historic property dating back to 1564 is a mere 5-minute walk to Edinburgh Railway Station and a 10-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle.
This budget-friendly hostel offers single beds in shared dormitory rooms with bedside safes and lockers, complimentary tea and coffee, a self-catering kitchen, and both an internet and a party lounge, perfect for backpackers aged 18 and over.
Edinburgh Backpackers - Over 18s Only - Edinburgh
8.4 12705 reviews
Edinburgh
09/10 – 12/10
$157/nighttotal: $471 (3 )

Edinburgh Backpackers - Over 18s Only

1 2
hostel, Edinburgh
Centrally located in Edinburgh, this hostel is just 200 meters from The Real Mary King's Close and a 14-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle.
This budget-friendly hostel offers free WiFi and a shared lounge, making it an ideal base for exploring the city.
Argyle Backpackers - Edinburgh
8.2 4909 reviews
Edinburgh
11/09 – 13/09
$133/nighttotal: $266 (2 )

Argyle Backpackers

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hostel, Edinburgh
Located in Edinburgh, Argyle Backpackers is a short walk from the University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Waverley Train Station, offering a budget-friendly base for exploring the city.
This hostel provides free WiFi, a garden, and bike rental, perfect for discovering nearby attractions like Edinburgh Castle and The Real Mary King's Close.
Edinburgh West Side Hostel - Edinburgh
7.9 366 reviews
Edinburgh
27/06 – 29/06
$121/nighttotal: $242 (2 )

Edinburgh West Side Hostel

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hostel, Edinburgh
Located in Edinburgh's west side, this hostel is conveniently situated just 1.9 kilometres from Murrayfield Stadium and 2.4 kilometres from Edinburgh Zoo, offering a budget-friendly base for exploring the city.
This affordable hostel provides a shared kitchen with a fridge and microwave, free WiFi throughout, and a shared lounge, perfect for solo travellers seeking cheap and cozy accommodation.
St Christophers - Bed In 4 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm - Edinburgh
9.3 16 reviews
Edinburgh
12/06 – 14/06
$136/nighttotal: $272 (2 )

St Christophers - Bed In 4 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

1 1
hostel, Édimbourg
Centrally located in Edinburgh's Old Town, this hostel is just 2 minutes on foot from Waverley station and a short walk from Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile.
Offering a budget-friendly stay, the hostel provides free WiFi, laundry facilities, and organised nightly pub crawls, with continental breakfast available for a small extra charge.
Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only - Edinburgh
9.5 27346 reviews
Edinburgh
22/06 – 26/06
$94/nighttotal: $376 (4 )

Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only

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hostel, Edinburgh
Located in Edinburgh's Old Town, this adults-only hostel is just 3 minutes from Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket, with Waverley Train Station only an 11-minute walk away.
Offering budget-friendly accommodation, this hostel boasts a well-equipped kitchen, a cozy communal lounge with a piano and fireplace, and free WiFi, making it an excellent choice for exploring the city's attractions like Princes Street Gardens, a mere 5-minute walk away.
Just Sleep Hostel Edinburgh - Edinburgh
8.0 709 reviews
Edinburgh
15/06 – 21/06
$117/nighttotal: $702 (6 )

Just Sleep Hostel Edinburgh

1 2
hostel, Edinburgh
Located in Edinburgh's Leith district, this hostel is just 1.9 kilometres from the Royal Yacht Britannia and 2.6 kilometres from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station.
This budget-friendly hostel offers free WiFi, bike hire for exploring local routes, and car rental services, making it an affordable choice for discovering Edinburgh.
St Christopher's Inn Bed In 4-bed Ensuite Dorm - Edinburgh
8.9 11 reviews
Edinburgh
14/06 – 15/06
$77/nightfor 1 night

St Christopher's Inn Bed In 4-bed Ensuite Dorm

1 1
hostel, Édimbourg
Centrally located in Edinburgh's historic Old Town, this hostel is just 200 meters from Waverley train station, offering superb access to Edinburgh Castle, the Scottish National Galleries, and the Royal Mile.
This budget-friendly hostel provides a sociable atmosphere with organised pub crawls nightly and daily food and drink discounts at Belushi's, alongside 24-hour reception and laundry facilities.
St Christopher's Inn 8 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite - Edinburgh
9.3 175 reviews
Edinburgh
13/10 – 20/10
$68/nighttotal: $476 (7 )

St Christopher's Inn 8 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

1 1
hostel, Édimbourg
Centrally located in Edinburgh's medieval Old Town, this hostel is just 200 metres from Waverley station and a short walk to Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile.
Offering excellent value, this budget-friendly hostel provides free WiFi, daily food and drink discounts at Belushi's, and organised pub crawls for social backpackers.
St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Old Town - Edinburgh
8.2 27174 reviews
Edinburgh
10/06 – 12/06
$44/nighttotal: $88 (2 )

St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Old Town

1 1
hostel, Edinburgh
Centrally located in Edinburgh's Old Town, this hostel is a mere 5-minute walk from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, placing you within easy reach of the Royal Mile and the University of Edinburgh.
This budget-friendly hostel offers a restaurant, bar, and free WiFi, with a garden and fitness centre available for guests.
Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate - Edinburgh
Edinburgh
09/09 – 12/09
$53/nighttotal: $159 (3 )

Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate

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hostel, Édimbourg
Centrally located in Edinburgh's Old Town, Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate is just 500 meters from the Old Tolbooth and Magdalen Chapel, offering a budget-friendly base for exploring historical sites.
This hostel provides complimentary Wi-Fi, on-site laundry, and a terrace with city views, perfect for travellers seeking affordable accommodation with convenient amenities.
Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) - Edinburgh
8.5 34144 reviews
Edinburgh
26/06 – 29/06
$109/nighttotal: $327 (3 )

Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)

1 2
hostel, Edinburgh
Situated in Edinburgh's historic Grassmarket district, this adult-only hostel is just a 9-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle and close to the EICC and the National Museum of Scotland.
This budget-friendly hostel offers free WiFi, a shared kitchen with a microwave oven and dishwasher, and evening entertainment, making it an affordable choice for exploring the city.

Best hostels in Edinburgh with breakfast included

Breakfast on a budget: these motels have breakfast options in Edinburgh

Summer Stays At The University Of Edinburgh - Edinburgh
8.2 9588 reviews
Edinburgh
29/06 – 03/07
$222/nighttotal: $888 (4 )

Summer Stays At The University Of Edinburgh

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hostel, Edinburgh
Located at the foot of Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat, this hostel is conveniently situated 2.4 kilometres from Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station and the historic Old Town.
This budget-friendly hostel offers bed and breakfast accommodation with free Wi-Fi, shared laundry and pantry facilities, and linen and towels included, making it an affordable option for exploring the Royal Mile.
Edinburgh Full House - Edinburgh
8.0 1098 reviews
Edinburgh
04/07 – 05/07
$267/nightfor 1 night

Edinburgh Full House

1 1
hostel, Edinburgh
Just 2.9 kilometres from Edinburgh Airport and 2.7 kilometres from Cramond Beach, this recently renovated guest house offers a budget-friendly base in Edinburgh.
Enjoy complimentary WiFi, free private parking, and garden views in this family-friendly hostel, perfect for exploring the city affordably.

Best hostels with a locker in Edinburgh

Be safe on the road: keep your values in a locker in the following motels

Belford Hostel - Edinburgh
8.6 6876 reviews
Edinburgh
06/06 – 13/06
$104/nighttotal: $728 (7 )

Belford Hostel

1 2
hostel, Edinburgh
Centrally located in Edinburgh, this budget-friendly hostel is just a 12-minute walk from the EICC and within easy reach of Edinburgh Castle, Murrayfield Stadium and Camera Obscura and World of Illusions.
Offering free WiFi, a garden and a bar, this hostel provides affordable accommodation with microwave oven facilities and shared bathroom access, perfect for exploring the city.
Edinburgh Central Accommodation - Edinburgh
8.1 5298 reviews
Edinburgh
04/07 – 06/07
$147/nighttotal: $294 (2 )

Edinburgh Central Accommodation

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hostel, Edinburgh
Located in Edinburgh, this hostel is just 800 meters from Princes Street and Edinburgh Rail Station, placing you a short walk from the Royal Mile and close to the city's nightlife.
Offering a budget-friendly stay, this accommodation features a shared kitchen, a licensed café and bar, and private shower rooms, with 24-hour reception ensuring convenience for all guests.
Haystack Hostel - Edinburgh
8.4 1827 reviews
Edinburgh
04/07 – 08/07
$145/nighttotal: $580 (4 )

Haystack Hostel

1 2
hostel, Edinburgh
Located just 50 meters from Princes Street, this hostel offers historic charm within a renovated 18th-century Georgian building, situated a mere 150 meters from Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station and 0.8 kilometres from Edinburgh Castle.
This budget-friendly hostel provides excellent value with free Wi-Fi, a shared kitchen equipped with a fridge and microwave, and secure luggage lockers, making it an affordable choice for exploring the city's shops, bars, and restaurants.

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Best hostels in Edinburgh with air conditioning

Make yourself comfortable in the following hostels in Edinburgh

Code Pod – The Court  Edinburgh - Edinburgh
Edinburgh
17/06 – 19/06
$512/nighttotal: $1024 (2 )

Code Pod – The Court Edinburgh

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hostel, Édimbourg
Centrally located in Edinburgh's city centre, this hostel is within easy walking distance of St. Giles' Cathedral and the Old Tolbooth, offering a budget-friendly base for exploring the capital.
This hostel boasts extensive leisure facilities including a casino, karaoke, bowling club, and a comprehensive spa and wellness centre, alongside numerous sports amenities like a gym and ski facilities for an affordable and entertaining stay.
Code - The Court, Edinburgh - Edinburgh
9.0 12896 reviews
Edinburgh
10/11 – 13/11
$123/nighttotal: $369 (3 )

Code - The Court, Edinburgh

1 2
hostel, Edinburgh
Centrally located in Edinburgh, CoDE Pod Hostels - THE CoURT is a mere 100 meters from The Real Mary King's Close, placing you within easy reach of the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, approximately 608 meters away.
This budget-friendly hostel offers excellent amenities including a kitchen, air conditioning, and a bar, with a 24-hour front desk ensuring guest convenience.
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