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Princes Street Hostel
Princes Street Hostel is conveniently set in Edinburgh, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi.
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Attractively located in Edinburgh, CoDE Pod Hostels - THE CoURT is 328 feet from The Real Mary King's Close.
Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)
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.
Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+)
Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+) has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Edinburgh.
CoDE POD - The LoFT - 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.
Haystack Hostel
Just 164 feet from Edinburgh’s bustling Princes Street, Haystack Hostel is set in a renovated 18th-century Georgian building.
Argyle Backpackers
Located in Edinburgh and with University of Edinburgh reachable within a 11-minute walk, Argyle Backpackers has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared...
Edinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only
Edinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only is well situated in the center of Edinburgh, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi.
St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Old Town
Conveniently set in Edinburgh, St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Old Town provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.
Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
Safėstay Edinburgh Cowgate is located in Edinburgh, a 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley train station.
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THE KINGSVIEW TOWNHOUSE - Boutique Hostel
EdinburghBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 5.2Fair - What previous guests thought, 235 reviewsLocated 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.
New Town Rooms
EdinburghBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 674 reviewsNew Town Rooms is located in Edinburgh, a 19-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station and 1.2 miles from National Museum of Scotland.
Matrix Hostel
EdinburghBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 432 reviewsIn 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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- Avg. price/night: $176.90Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 2,608 reviewsPerfect location, very clean and safe, one of best hostels I've ever visisted.Guest review byPeterYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: $235Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,254 reviewsGreat 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 byNiaSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $85.42Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 4,315 reviewsGreat 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 bypuriSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $269.84Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,566 reviewsAmazing hostel !! Good breakfast for cheap. Great location. ConfortableGuest review byGauthierSolo traveler
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,791 reviewsI 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 byFranceSolo traveler
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,791 reviewsHostel 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 byKatarzynaSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $247.96Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,865 reviewsProbably 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 byDariiaSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $269.84Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,566 reviewsGreat 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 bySophieSolo traveler
