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Our top choices for Galashiels hostels

A neatly made bed with pillows and towels, a wooden headboard, and bedside lamps.

1. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,317 reviews)
"Fantastic location, friendly staff, and comfortable accommodations."
United States
Joshua
The price is ￥16,961
￥21,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
A cozy room with a wicker rocking chair, a table, and a view of the street through large windows.

2. Argyle Backpackers

Argyle Backpackers
4.0 star property
Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, Good, (396 reviews)
"Great clean cheap accommodations felt very safe no concerns"
Canada
Megan
The price is ￥9,591
￥12,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Argyle Backpackers
A building with two illuminated entrances, one with a 'R' sign and another with a 'P' sign, suggesting restrooms.

3. Revolver Edinburgh

Revolver Edinburgh
2.0 star property
West End
6.6 out of 10, (67 reviews)
"."
Canada
Frederique
The price is ￥8,329
￥10,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Revolver Edinburgh
A cozy seating area with a red bench, a small table, and a hanging light fixture.

4. Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (287 reviews)
"Great location ! "
United States
Paula
The price is ￥12,886
￥16,237 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

5. Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (247 reviews)
"Location was perfect for the attractions on the Royal Mile. Also bus stop for airport."
United States
Alan
The price is ￥13,637
￥17,183 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

6. Belford Hostel

Belford Hostel
2.0 star property
West End
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (50 reviews)
"A solid, budget friendly place to stay."
United Kingdom
Rowan
The price is ￥12,612
￥15,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Belford Hostel
A pool table in a room with brick walls, a wooden bench, and a table lamp.

7. Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (229 reviews)
"Really fun place to stay! Comfortable beds, great food and drink. So close to all the things you want and the royal mile"
Canada
Julia
The price is ￥13,637
￥17,183 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
A narrow waterway flanked by historic stone buildings with traditional architecture, including timber framing and steeply pitched roofs.

8. St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel

St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
3.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (403 reviews)
"The location of inn was perfect, breakfast if very delicious,"
United Kingdom
Maftuna
The price is ￥17,543
￥22,105 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
A modern interior with a blue sofa, wooden flooring, and large windows with blinds.

9. Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
5.0 star property
Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (245 reviews)
"Had a great stay"
United Kingdom
Chirag
The price is ￥12,850
￥15,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
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10. a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect for the youth. Great socialising, good facilities. Thursdays karaoke night was fun. Amenities are nice- pool table, board games, Pac-Man, morning continental breakfast (paid extra). Open 24x7"
United Kingdom
Mansi
The price is ￥18,137
￥22,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
A room with a window, a wooden desk, a bed, and a wall with a fire safety emblem.

11. St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (189 reviews)
"Perfect for our one night stay as a group of 5 in a private room! Great location, clean, and relatively quiet!"
Canada
Alexis
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
A stone building with a red door, multiple windows, and a balcony.

12. 7 Bedroom Townhouse

7 Bedroom Townhouse
Tollcross
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (13 reviews)
"My family of 14 enjoyed our stay very much."
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is ￥94,412
￥125,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
7 Bedroom Townhouse
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Galashiels Hotel Reviews

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"This is my second stay at Grassmarket. The staff is friendly and the location walking distance to The Royal Mile and Princess Street. If you have difficulty walking they will get you a taxi."
Maureen 5-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Find out more about Galashiels

Galashiels Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,697
Accommodation
35 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥10,494
Highest Price
￥125,883

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Galashiels?
You might like the prices at this top accommodation in the area, which has good reviews from our guests: Apex Grassmarket Hotel - 26.8 mi (43.2 km) from the heart of Galashiels. Located within a 5-minute walk of Royal Mile. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and a 24-hour front desk at this hostel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Galashiels?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 55°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 38°F. Average annual precipitation for Galashiels is 34 inches.
What is there to see and do in Galashiels?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might like to check out the area around Galashiels. Get out into nature with places like Bank Street Gardens, Wooplaw Community Woodlands, and Mellerstain House. Cultural attractions include Old Gala House, Heart of Hawick, and Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom. Visit landmarks like Waverley Line, Thirlestane Castle, and Smailholm Tower.
What's the best way to get to and around Galashiels while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Galashiels in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), located 31 mi (49.8 km) away from the city center. Once you've arrived, you might want to use public transit to get around. To see more of the area, hop on a train at Galashiels Station, Tweedbank Station, or Stow Station.