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A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a bar counter with a coffee machine, and hanging light fixtures.

1. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,313 reviews)
"Fantastic location, friendly staff, and comfortable accommodations."
United States
Joshua
The price is ￥15,599
￥19,655 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
A spiral staircase with a copper handrail and black steps, leading to a lower level with a checkered floor.

2. Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (238 reviews)
"Location was perfect for the attractions on the Royal Mile. Also bus stop for airport."
United States
Alan
The price is ￥12,854
￥16,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
A spiral staircase with a handrail and balusters.

3. Argyle Backpackers

Argyle Backpackers
4.0 star property
Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, Good, (396 reviews)
"Friendly, felt safe, nice location"
United States
Ryland
The price is ￥9,542
￥12,023 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Argyle Backpackers
A restaurant with wooden tables and blue chairs, a blue booth seating area, and a brick wall with a mural.

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, (286 reviews)
"Great location ! "
United States
Paula
The price is ￥13,151
￥16,570 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a red carpet, and a reception desk.

5. a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 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 ￥16,038
￥20,207 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
A meal on a wooden table with a newspaper underneath, set outdoors with wooden chairs and red umbrellas.

6. Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (228 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 ￥8,094
￥10,199 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, a window, and a view of a building outside.

7. 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 ￥12,785
￥15,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Edinburgh Central Youth 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, (401 reviews)
"The location of inn was perfect, breakfast if very delicious,"
United Kingdom
Maftuna
The price is ￥15,953
￥20,102 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a small table, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

9. Belford Hostel

Belford Hostel
2.0 star property
West End
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (50 reviews)
"Very nice people, easy going with rooms! Stayed for only one night, accessible to downtown"
United States
Logan
The price is ￥12,516
￥15,771 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Belford Hostel
A building with a sign that reads "BURGERS DRINKS".

10. 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)
"The place to use as your base whilst in this beautiful City. Close to everything, The Old Town,Royal Mile ,Castle,then across Waverley Bridge to Princes Street .Absolute must if your on a budget,and are planning to be our every day. 4 bed dorm,clean ,shower,toilet facilities. When you check out ,storage for your luggage if like me your train is leaving in the afternoon. 2nd time using here...will always use here. Christmas next I think."
United Kingdom
Steve
The price is ￥20,966
￥26,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
A glass-enclosed shower stall with a handheld showerhead and a handheld faucet.

11. Revolver Edinburgh

Revolver Edinburgh
2.0 star property
West End
6.6 out of 10, (66 reviews)
"."
Canada
Frederique
The price is ￥6,071
￥7,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Revolver Edinburgh
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 ￥93,934
￥125,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
7 Bedroom Townhouse
A bar area with a digital screen displaying "REVOLVER," a glass display case with pastries and drinks, and a bar counter with a cash register.

13. Revolver Glasgow

Revolver Glasgow
2.0 star property
City Centre Glasgow
7.4 out of 10, Good, (329 reviews)
"The room was clean, staff very nice. Enjoyed my stay here"
United Kingdom
Princess
The price is ￥8,876
￥10,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Revolver Glasgow
A building with a sign indicating the restaurant is open until late.

14. YHA Berwick - Hostel

YHA Berwick - Hostel
4.0 star property
Berwick-upon-Tweed
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (112 reviews)
"Clean, warm, friendly helpful staff."
United Kingdom
William
The price is ￥8,523
￥10,228 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
YHA Berwick - Hostel
A stone building with arched windows and a red door, surrounded by a grassy area and a metal fence.

15. Stirling Youth Hostel

Stirling Youth Hostel
4.0 star property
Stirling
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (109 reviews)
"Great location and helpful staff"
New Zealand
Karen
The price is ￥10,003
￥12,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Stirling Youth Hostel
A wooden staircase with ornate railings and a hanging lantern.

16. Glasgow Youth Hostel

Glasgow Youth Hostel
4.0 star property
Glasgow Westend
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (103 reviews)
"Close to Kelvingrove park. Staff are friendly and the room is clean"
Japan
Kentaro
The price is ￥9,314
￥11,178 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Glasgow Youth Hostel
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Top Edinburgh and Lothian Hotel Reviews

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

8/10 Good
"Nice property very clean, very close to everything. Rooms are very basic. But have everything you need."
Stephen 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

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Edinburgh and Lothian Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,237
Accommodation
32 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥7,650
Highest Price
￥125,245

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