Cheapest hostels in Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh's Silverknowes district, this hostel is approximately 4 kilometres from the city centre and a short walk from Silverknowes Golf Course and the Royal Botanic Garden.
Offering complimentary Wi-Fi and on-site laundry facilities, this adults-only hostel provides a budget-friendly base with a guest capacity of two, perfect for exploring attractions like the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art.

Hostel listing with a good rating of 84% based on 1392 reviews. You will stay in Edinburgh.
Services and facilities include a washing machine, a fridge and a kitchen.

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.

Located in Edinburgh's Leith district, this hostel offers a peaceful retreat just 500 meters from the waterfront, providing easy access to the city's attractions.
This budget-friendly hostel boasts a guest kitchen with a microwave, free WiFi, and bicycle hire, making it an affordable and convenient choice for exploring the area.

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.

Offering a budget-friendly stay in Edinburgh, CoDE - The Loft is located on Rose Street North Lane, just a short walk from Princes Street and within 1 kilometre of Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station, with Edinburgh Castle and the Old Town also a 15-minute walk away.
This hostel provides modern interiors within a historic building, featuring a shared kitchen and communal areas, with new premium capsules offering private bathrooms and exclusive roof terrace access available from 2026.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.