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Our top choices for Edinburgh hostels

Bar (on property)

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,139 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay, will give it a 10/10 "
Australia
kunal
The price is ￥23,030
￥27,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Property entrance

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (195 reviews)
"Location is good. "
Canada
Stacy
The price is ￥16,315
￥20,558 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
Exterior

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation
3.0 star property
Southside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Easy decent accomodation for visiting the fringe, well recommended"
United Kingdom
Nik
The price is ￥24,736
￥29,683 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation
Double Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Argyle Backpackers

Argyle Backpackers
4.0 star property
Edinburgh
7.8 out of 10, Good, (353 reviews)
"Location brilliant. Nice and quiet. Will stay again "
Canada
Tom
The price is ￥13,745
￥16,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Argyle Backpackers
Cafe

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
5.0 star property
Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (214 reviews)
"The room was larger than expected and simple but clean. The free luggage storage after checkout was very convenient."
United Kingdom
Caroline
The price is ￥16,333
￥19,600 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
Terrace/patio

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (209 reviews)
"The rooms were clean The bathrooms were also pretty clean. The front desk staff was absolutely phenomenal! They were incredibly helpful, friendly and informative! Keep in mind it is a hostel, where you are sharing the bathrooms with other people, but for what it is and the price, it was great. Right now we're staying down the street at a much nicer hotel but the front desk staff does not even compare to how wonderful they were at Kick Ass. In fact, I'm probably going to go in there tomorrow...
United States
Susan
The price is ￥19,275
￥23,130 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

Destiny Student Shrubhill - Campus Accommodation

Destiny Student Shrubhill - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
Leith
7.4 out of 10, Good, (324 reviews)
"Such a handy location, with bus and tram options to move about easily."
United Kingdom
Crispen
The price is ￥11,657
￥13,989 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Destiny Student Shrubhill - Campus Accommodation
Check-in/check-out kiosk

a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The shops were close and the staff were incredibly helpful and nice"
United States
Colin
The price is ￥19,138
￥22,966 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel
Interior detail

Belford Hostel

Belford Hostel
2.0 star property
West End
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (36 reviews)
"Best placement! Not too close to the old town to be noisy but everything is reachable by foot from there."
Canada
Véronique
The price is ￥15,420
￥18,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Belford Hostel
Reception

Haystack Hostel

Haystack Hostel
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (65 reviews)
"Clean room, great location, everyone was friendly. And for the price and the fact that’s it’s a hostel. 5/5 "
United States
Dylan
The price is ￥23,205
￥27,847 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Haystack Hostel
Bar (on property)

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (281 reviews)
"Great location ! "
United States
Paula
The price is ￥24,901
￥29,881 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
Living area

Edinburgh College Residence

Edinburgh College Residence
1.0 star property
Pilton
6.8 out of 10, (71 reviews)
"Welcoming staff and great value for money. Easy regular transport links to city centre. No complaints based on the price oft he stays."
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is ￥13,967
￥16,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Edinburgh College Residence
Exterior

Revolver Edinburgh

Revolver Edinburgh
2.0 star property
West End
7.6 out of 10, Good, (26 reviews)
"Super friendly and nice staff"
Spain
Gema
The price is ￥9,055
￥10,866 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Revolver Edinburgh
Aerial view

St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel

St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
3.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
7.8 out of 10, Good, (370 reviews)
"If you dont mind sharing a dorm...this is the perfect place to spend the night after walking round the beautiful city of Edinburgh. A bed bathroom,shower,locker for your belongings....the breakfast across the road in Belushi's You want to visit Edinburgh on a budget I would highly recommend here. I will be back ...for longer next time."
United Kingdom
Steven
The price is ￥25,999
￥31,199 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
Exterior

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (181 reviews)
"The staff were very accommodating and made the overall experience pleasant. They were attentive, friendly, and always ready to help with any requests. However, one issue I noticed was that the toilets didn’t flush properly, which was a bit inconvenient.otherwise great service."
United States
Janet
The price is ￥36,378
￥43,654 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
Exterior

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 ￥100,675
￥132,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
7 Bedroom Townhouse
Exterior

Stirling Youth Hostel

Stirling Youth Hostel
4.0 star property
Stirling
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (96 reviews)
"Friendly, welcoming, spacious twin en-suite room, comfortable beds, well organised & clean kitchen . Will definitely stay again."
United Kingdom
Claire
The price is ￥10,618
￥12,743 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Stirling Youth Hostel
Daily to-go breakfast for a fee

Revolver Glasgow

Revolver Glasgow
2.0 star property
City Centre Glasgow
7.6 out of 10, Good, (263 reviews)
"Stayed one night and was a good clean place"
United Kingdom
Jamie
The price is ￥10,807
￥12,968 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Revolver Glasgow
Interior

Glasgow Youth Hostel

Glasgow Youth Hostel
4.0 star property
Glasgow Westend
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (94 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and helpful. I loved the vintage feel it had. It overlooked a beautiful park where I spent a lot of time at. There a lot of stairs and no lift though. But I still had a nice stay."
United States
Venus
The price is ￥11,511
￥13,813 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Glasgow Youth Hostel
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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Dakota Edinburgh

Dakota Edinburgh

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"Lovely hotel, would definitely stay again"
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Dakota Edinburgh

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Edinburgh Hostels information

Number of reviews
5,522
Accommodation
32 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥10,866
Highest Price
￥43,654

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Edinburgh?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for fun things to do. You can check out the historic sites and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices, and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Edinburgh?
Based on reviews from our guests, these hostels in Edinburgh have the highest ratings: CODE - The Court, Edinburgh - Located within a 5-minute walk of Royal Mile. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Revolver Edinburgh - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Haymarket Tram Station and Edinburgh Haymarket Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. Rooms come with hair dryers, bed sheets, and free WiFi. Destiny Student Murano - Campus Accommodation - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Balfour Street Tram Stop. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour assistance. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi. St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Royal Mile and Princes Street. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets. Argyle Backpackers - Located within a 10-minute walk of University of Edinburgh. Property features include free WiFi, tour assistance, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with TVs, bed sheets, and free WiFi.
How many hostels can I expect to find in Edinburgh?
If you're hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Edinburgh, one of Expedia's 27 hostels might be a great option.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Edinburgh?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 56°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 40°F. Average annual precipitation for Edinburgh is 35 inches.
What is there to see and do in Edinburgh?
Generally, Edinburgh is known for its historical sites, museums, and local tours. Top attractions include Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. Get out into nature with places like Princes Street Gardens, The Meadows, and Royal Botanic Garden. Cultural attractions include Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland, and MacEwan Hall.
What's the best way to get to and around Edinburgh while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Edinburgh on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), located 6.5 mi (10.5 km) away. Another option is Dundee (DND), which is 35.3 mi (56.8 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you may want to use public transit during your trip. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Princes Street Tram Stop, St Andrew Square Tram Stop, and Haymarket Tram Station. To explore more of the surrounding area, take a train from Edinburgh Waverley Station, Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station), or Edinburgh Haymarket Station.

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