Hostels in Edinburgh

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8.7
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600 m from City Centre200 m from Grassmarket
Set at 750 metres of Museum of Childhood, the smoke-free Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only features 33 rooms with shared bathrooms.
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8.3
Great2483 total reviews
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100 m from City Centre200 m from Royal Mile
While staying at the smoke-free High Street you are invited to discover Holyrood Abbey, set approximately 16 minutes' walk away, or the 16th-century Palace of Holyroodhouse, which is 1.3 km away.
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7.8
Very good4449 total reviews
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300 m from City Centre200 m from Royal Mile
The St Christopher'S Edinburgh Old Town is set merely 300 metres from Scottish National Gallery and close to Edinburgh Old Town.
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7.9
Very good4419 total reviews
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1.1 km from City Centre400 m from Edinburgh Playhouse
Set nearly 6 minutes on foot from Collective Gallery, the 3-star Central Accommodation features 46 rooms with private bathrooms.
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7.4
Very good495 total reviews
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2.1 km from City Centre900 m from Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC)
The Belford, located just 5 minutes' walk from Water of Leith Walkway, is also at a proximity to Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One.
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8.4
Great10610 total reviews
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800 m from City Centre100 m from Grassmarket
The Kick Ass Grassmarket is located in the old part of Edinburgh, a mere 0.7 km from National Museum of Scotland.
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8.4
Great1338 total reviews
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800 m from City Centre300 m from Edinburgh Christmas Market
Featuring 37 rooms with views of the city, the smoke-free Code Co-Living - The Loft - Edinburgh is set around 5 minutes' drive from Palace of Holyroodhouse.
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7.2
Very good1418 total reviews
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1.3 km from City Centre700 m from Queen's Hall
The 4-star Argyle Backpackers Edinburgh features rooms with views of the city, while a quiet location provides access to Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, which is about 15 minutes' walk away.
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8.8
Great8040 total reviews
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200 m from City Centre200 m from Royal Mile
The 4-star Code Pod - The Court - is settled in the Old Town district of Edinburgh, in proximity to The Real Mary King's Close, and includes a lounge bar.
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8.1
Great5950 total reviews
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500 m from City Centre300 m from Grassmarket
While staying at this 184-room the 4-star Kick Ass Greyfriars Edinburgh, you can easily walk over to The Real Mary King's Close, which is only a 6-minute walk away.
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7.0
Very good2855 total reviews
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300 m from City Centre300 m from Royal Mile
Set 1.8 km from Arthur's Seat hike, the Cowgate lies in the Old Town district of Edinburgh.
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7.6
Very good2237 total reviews
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100 m from City Centre100 m from Royal Mile
The Backpackers is a good starting point to Edinburgh's sights including Edinburgh Old Town, which is a 5-minute walk away.
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7.6
Very good2604 total reviews
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200 m from City Centre200 m from Royal Mile
Located within a 5-minute walk of National Museum of Scotland, the St Christopher'S Edinburgh Original features 49 rooms with views of the city.
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8.4
Great1862 total reviews
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100 m from City Centre200 m from Royal Mile
Located 300 metres from the combined National Museum of Scotland, the cosy Royal Mile Backpackers Edinburgh has 6 rooms, and lies near a train station.
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8.1
Great425 total reviews
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1.9 km from City Centre700 m from Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC)
Situated near a bus stop, the 3-star West End Edinburgh is just 5 minutes' walk from Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One.
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8.4
Great2171 total reviews
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500 m from City Centre200 m from Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station
University of Edinburgh is close to the Princes Street, while The Real Mary King's Close is a mere 5 minutes' stroll away.
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7.9
Very good3522 total reviews
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500 m from City Centre200 m from Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is also set within a 10-minute drive of the 2-star Baxter.
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7.5
Very good2300 total reviews
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1.9 km from City Centre500 m from Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC)
The Hostel enjoys a comfortable location in the heart of Edinburgh, around a 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Gin Distillery.
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8.3
Great1454 total reviews
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The historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" is nearly 10 minutes' walk from the Haystack.
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7.0
Very good1642 total reviews
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1.8 km from City Centre400 m from Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC)
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FAQs about Edinburgh hostels

Read these 7 answers and find our best Edinburgh hostels.

What hostels in Edinburgh city centre are the best?

For those searching for a property in the heart of Edinburgh, book a room at Royal Mile Backpackers, set 200 metres from the city centre.

What are the top budget hostels in Edinburgh?

According to guests' ranking above 8.2/10, the best cheap lodging is High Street Hostel 55C$ per night.

What are the most popular Edinburgh hostels among students?

Students and budget travellers to Edinburgh could stay at Central Youth Hostel with rooms at 124C$ or Cowgate Hostel with rates from 46C$ per night.

What are the best West End hostels in Edinburgh?

To choose your perfect rooms for rent in West End, try The West End Hotel or The Hostel - both rated 7.0/10 and 6.6/10 and cost 27C$ and 29C$ per night.

Which hostels in Edinburgh are good for couples?

Couples staying in Edinburgh are positive about Castle Rock Hostel (Adults Only) rating: 7.8/10 with private rooms for about 127C$ per night.

What are the top hostels in Edinburgh featuring free parking?

Offering onsite parking, as well as China Red restaurant, West Side Hostel is the best Edinburgh hostel.

Which luxury hostels in Edinburgh would you recommend?

For a luxury stay, find out Kick Ass Grassmarket rating: 8.0/10 with 52 Canoes nearby, for about 422C$ per night.

Hostels in Edinburgh essential information

🏨 Hostels in Edinburgh 25
👛 Lowest price 55 CAD
✍️ Hostels Reviews 2 917