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Hostels in Edinburgh, Scotland

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Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Popular hostels in Edinburgh

Discover well-known properties in Edinburgh that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 4,783 hotels in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on 17 May 2024. The average price for a hotel in Edinburgh is £87/night.
These are some of the hostels in Edinburgh with the highest demand. Try adjusting the dates or room and guest combinations if you're not seeing the options you're looking for.
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50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Featuring an on-site bar, this central Edinburgh hostel is situated just a short stroll from St Giles Cathedral and Royal Mile. It also offers meeting rooms, a rooftop terrace and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Free Wi-Fi
7.0
Good
5057 reviews
Location
0.5 mi from city centre
3-5 Amphion Lane (Murano Place), Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Destiny Student - Murano Campus Accommodation is located in Edinburgh and is close to the area's popular attractions. Those staying at the property can also make use of free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
6.6
Good
2456 reviews
Location
1.0 mi from city centre
14 Argyle Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Argyle Backpackers is located in Edinburgh and offers free wireless internet. The various amenities this Victorian hostel has to offer include a tour desk, luggage storage and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Free Wi-Fi
7.2
Good
943 reviews
Location
1.0 mi from city centre
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
CoDE Pod Hostels - THE CoURT Royal Mile Former Court & Jail is situated in Edinburgh and is a short walk from Edinburgh Bus Station. This hostel is set in the heart of the city.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.7
Excellent
7966 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
8 Middlefield, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Located within walking distance of Edinburgh Bus Station, Destiny Student - Shrubhill Campus Accommodation offers guests an ideal base while visiting Edinburgh. Guests can also take advantage of complimentary wireless internet throughout their stay.
Free Wi-Fi
6.6
Good
2117 reviews
Location
1.0 mi from city centre
9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Situated within walking distance of Edinburgh Bus Station, the hostel offers guests a convenient base while in Edinburgh. It is located in close proximity to a number of popular bars, clubs and restaurants.
Free Wi-Fi
7.8
Good
3245 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
35 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Located in Edinburgh, West End Hostel provides stylish, 3-star accommodation close to St Mary's Cathedral. This modern hostel is set in the heart of the city.
Free Wi-Fi
7.1
Good
2723 reviews
Location
0.9 mi from city centre
37-39 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Conveniently located, Kick Ass Greyfriars 18+ hostel offers easy access to Edinburgh's best sightseeing areas. It provides free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour reception and luggage storage.
Free Wi-Fi
7.9
Good
4567 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
2 West Port, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Centrally located, Kick Ass Grassmarket 18+ hostel offers easy access to Edinburgh's popular retail areas and tourist attractions. It is also located only minutes away from Edinburgh Castle.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
7561 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre

Tips for booking hostels in Edinburgh

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Edinburgh. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 17 May 2024.
Cheapest month:January
Most expensive month:June
Average price in Edinburgh:£87/night
Cheapest price found:£9/night
Cheapest day:Sunday
Most expensive day:Saturday
£15 - £149
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
£36 - £84
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Edinburgh hostels

Browse through properties in Edinburgh that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 4,783 properties in Edinburgh and data was last updated on 17 May 2024.
Our users rated these hostels as some of the best places to stay in Edinburgh. Narrow down your search by reading user reviews and hostel descriptions and amenities.
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50 Rose Street North Lane, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£47
Avg. per night
Carberry Road Musselburgh Eh21 8Pt Uk, Musselburgh, United Kingdom
1.3 mi from city centre
£110
Avg. per night
15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£24
Avg. per night
105 High Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£23
Avg. per night
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£61
Avg. per night
8 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£24
Avg. per night
5/3 West Register Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£37
Avg. per night
5/2 West Register Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£29
Avg. per night

Cheapest hostels in Edinburgh, Scotland

Discover affordable stays in Edinburgh that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Edinburgh can be found for as low as £21 per night. There is currently one property in Edinburgh that can be booked for this price. St Christopher's Edinburgh Original is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 17 May 2024
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Edinburgh for the selected dates. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
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9-13 Market Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£21
Avg. per night
6-8 Douglas Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£24
Avg. per night
65 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£30
Avg. per night
Perth College Uhi, Crieff Road, Perth, United Kingdom
1.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£34
Avg. per night
13 Sciennes, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£47
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Edinburgh

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Edinburgh to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Edinburgh at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 17 May 2024.
Some of the best options for booking a hostel in Edinburgh categorized by hostel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hostel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
3 stars
3 stars
8 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
35 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
4 stars
4 stars +
14 Argyle Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Other accommodations in Edinburgh

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or holiday rental for your stay in Edinburgh. There are 4,783 properties in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on 17 May 2024. The average price for a hotel in Edinburgh is £87/night.
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10 Hill Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£202
Avg. per night
Picardy Place, 16-22, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£195
Avg. per night
1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
£622
Avg. per night
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.0 mi from city centre
Airport shuttle
£80
Avg. per night
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.2 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£226
Avg. per night
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 mi from city centre
£245
Avg. per night
16 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£236
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Edinburgh

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Edinburgh to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 17 May 2024.
Scroll through the map to find hostels close to the Edinburgh neighbourhood(s) you plan on visiting. As an added benefit, users can click a hostel they're interesting in to find helpful information and deals for that hostel.

Facts about staying in Edinburgh

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Edinburgh to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 17 May 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Edinburgh?

    The average price for a hostel in Edinburgh is £88/night. A good hostel deal in Edinburgh would be for £44/night or less. The lowest hostel price found recently on HotelsCombined was £10/night. If your travel schedule is flexible, then try not to book in December, because it is the most expensive month of the year. Booking in February is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Edinburgh.

  • What’s the best hostel in Edinburgh?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Edinburgh, Code Pod Hostels - The Court is currently the best, based on 7,966 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.7/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    Edinburgh West Side Hostel is 4.9 mi away from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, making it the closest Edinburgh hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

  • What area of Edinburgh is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Edinburgh, 20% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Old Town in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. a&o Edinburgh City is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Edinburgh closest to Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art?

    The most popular hostel in Edinburgh that’s close to Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art is The Hostel. Just 0.5 mi separate The Hostel from Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, the city’s most popular attraction. 2,011 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the The Hostel a score of 7.0/10.

  • Should I stay in a Edinburgh hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Edinburgh on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Edinburgh offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

  • Does Edinburgh have hostels with “Pet-friendly” listed as an amenity?

    1 hostel in Edinburgh currently have “Pet-friendly” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking a&o Edinburgh City, which is the most popular hostel in Edinburgh with this amenity.

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