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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.

G
Gita Angelica
From
Indonesia
It has really good supporting facilities such as fully functioning kitchen (induction stove, microwave, oven, toaster, boiling water, fridge, utensils), dining room, fast broadband WiFi, big shower rooms. Staffs are super nice and helpful!! And this hostel is very clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,065 reviews
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$96.49
1 night, 2 adults
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CoDE Pod – 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.

V
Vladimir Khil
From
Russia
Located in precise city center - excellent place! All facilities are nearby. The sleeping places are large have curtains and personal lamps. You don't need to preorder breakfast - you could easily order it in the morning. Highly recommend it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 8,021 reviews
Price from
$104.30
1 night, 2 adults
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Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)

Old Town, Edinburgh

Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) is located conveniently in Edinburgh, and has a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk.

T
Tatjana
From
Ireland
Right in the city center so good location, clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,573 reviews
Price from
$77.19
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.

N
Nicole
From
Belgium
It was really well located and the personal was really helpful and kind.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,856 reviews
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$90.46
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.

R
Rachel
From
Ireland
I felt safe, secure, comfortable. The staff are lovely. I spoke to some nice women staying there who were also traveling solo. The bed pods are brilliant, you have complete privacy to get a good night sleep. Hot showers. Modern common room with great kitchen. Fantastic location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,275 reviews
Price from
$110.35
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

R
Raquel
From
Spain
Good Price, Location, rooms and living room, kitchen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,874 reviews
Price from
$56.96
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

S
Samuel
From
Brazil
Very place near of points in Edinburgh. Staff very attencion and reception. Thanks
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,793 reviews
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$62.13
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.

I
Ida
From
China
Perfect location, available to any attractions in the city.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,021 reviews
Price from
$71.64
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

J
Jana
From
Canada
Amazing location, friendly staff, clean facilities
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,254 reviews
Price from
$72.37
1 night, 2 adults
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Matrix Hostel

Leith, Edinburgh

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

D
Dinesh kumar
From
United Kingdom
Best place to stay when you are a solo traveller. Place is maintained very well by the hostel staff(especially the lady who always cleans)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 428 reviews
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$53.61
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.2
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews

    Located in Edinburgh and within a 10-minute walk of EICC, THE KINGSVIEW TOWNHOUSE - Boutique Hostel features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Matrix Hostel

    Edinburgh
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 428 reviews

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

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 5,683 reviews

    A lively/quirky and beautiful accommodations in the center of the Scottish capital.

    From $252.35 per night

  • Belford Hostel

    Edinburgh
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 483 reviews

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a bar, Belford Hostel is located in the center of Edinburgh, a 12-minute walk from EICC.

    From $125.97 per night

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  • St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Original

    Hostel in Old Town, Edinburgh
    Avg. price/night: $220.19
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,618 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
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,254 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 traveler

  • West End Hotel

    Hostel in Edinburgh
    Avg. price/night: $84.76
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,305 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 traveler

  • Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)

    Hostel in Old Town, Edinburgh
    Avg. price/night: $260.53
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,573 reviews
    Amazing hostel !! Good breakfast for cheap. Great location. Confortable
    Guest review by
    Gauthier
    Solo traveler

  • Royal Mile Backpackers

    Hostel in Old Town, Edinburgh
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,792 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 traveler

  • Royal Mile Backpackers

    Hostel in Old Town, Edinburgh
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,792 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 traveler

  • Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+)

    Hostel in Old Town, Edinburgh
    Avg. price/night: $246.05
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,856 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 traveler

  • Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)

    Hostel in Old Town, Edinburgh
    Avg. price/night: $260.53
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,573 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 traveler