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JUST SLEEP Hostel
Leith, Edinburgh
In a prime location in the Leith district of Edinburgh, JUST SLEEP Hostel is located 1.7 km from Royal Yacht Britannia, 1.9 km from Edinburgh Playhouse and 2.5 km from Edinburgh Waverley station. The property is set 3 km from Royal Mile, 3.2 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and 3.3 km from The Real Mary King's Close. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi.
Romania
It does what is says it does, just sleep :). It was all clean, close to tram station which takes you to airport, nice neighborhood. So I had good sleep.
Princes Street Hostel
New Town, Edinburgh
Princes Street Hostel is well set in the centre of Edinburgh, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is close to Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, University of Edinburgh and The Real Mary King's Close. The property is non-smoking and is located 300 metres from Edinburgh Waverley station.
France
Extremely clean and the staff are super friendly.. I highly recommend it!
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh 4 stars
Old Town, Edinburgh
Attractively situated in Edinburgh, CoDE Pod Hostels - THE CoURT is 100 metres from The Real Mary King's Close. This property is situated a short distance from attractions such as Royal Mile, National Museum of Scotland, and Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk.
Friendly staff and atmosphere. We'll organized to meet the needs of the short trip traveler. Location was perfect, especially since the Fringe and the Tattoo were taking place.
Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) 4 stars
Old Town, Edinburgh
Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) is conveniently located in Edinburgh, and has a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a tour desk.
Uzbekistan
The room was clean, light and spacious. I didn't expect the capsule bed would be so large and comfortable. It was quiet and I could have a very good sleep after all the excursions. The staff was so friendly and helpful!
CoDE Co-Living – The LoFT - Edinburgh 4 stars
New Town, Edinburgh
Each pod-style room at Code Hostel Edinburgh has a shower room and you can relax in bright communal areas, too.
The hostel is within 10 minutes' walk of Edinburgh Waverly Railway Station, while Edinburgh Castle and the old town can be reached in around 15 minutes by foot.
France
Perfect place, in the heart of Edinburgh but quiet
High Street Hostel 2 stars
Old Town, Edinburgh
Situated in central Edinburgh, the High Street Hostel offers free WiFi in all areas. Dating back to 1564, this historic property is on a small side street, just off the Royal Mile.
The hostel offers single beds in shared dormitory rooms. Each bed has a bedside safe and a locker. The rooms have access to shared bathroom facilities.
Brazil
the location is amazing and is very close to everything. the hostel was clean in any rooms.
Royal Mile Backpackers 2 stars
Old Town, Edinburgh
Mixed and female dormitories have bunk beds and lockers, and guests can make use of laundry services, hairdryers and adaptors. Luggage storage is available at the property. Bicycle storage is available at the High Street Hostel just across the road.
Honduras
Super. The personal is very good.
Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only 2 stars
Old Town, Edinburgh
The hostel offers accommodation exclusively for guests aged 18 years and older. Dormitories feature bunk beds with bedside lockers and have use of shared bathroom facilities with showers. There is a cosy lounge with a piano and large sofas by the fireplace, a movie room with big screen and an internet lounge with WiFi.
Ireland
lots of lounges and areas to relax and interact with the other guests.
Haystack Hostel
New Town, Edinburgh
Just 50 metres from Edinburgh’s bustling Princes Street, Haystack Hostel is set in a renovated 18th-century Georgian building. It offers (not 24h reception) with free Wi-Fi and a fully equipped shared kitchen.
Mexico
The place is super clean, the location is amaizing and the staff is super friendly. My friends and I felt always safe and comfortable.
Edinburgh Backpackers
Old Town, Edinburgh
Popular points of interest near the hostel include National Museum of Scotland, Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and University of Edinburgh. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 10 km from Edinburgh Backpackers.
Argentina
The staff was great and super helpful!! We enjoyed the surrounding areas. The location is perfect 👍
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JUST SLEEP Hostel
EdinburghBudget options available8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 1,498 reviewsIn a prime location in the Leith district of Edinburgh, JUST SLEEP Hostel is located 1.7 km from Royal Yacht Britannia, 1.9 km from Edinburgh Playhouse and 2.5 km from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Parking close to hostel Hot shower Quiet room Good wifi
Edinburgh Backpackers
Old Town, EdinburghBudget options available7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 1,332 reviewsSituated conveniently in the centre of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Backpackers offers free WiFi and a shared lounge.
Heat in the bedroom quiteness of the place and felt secure
The Hostel
EdinburghBudget options available7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 1,987 reviewsSet in an original Victorian building, this funky hostel offers dorm rooms with large windows and high ceilings.
good location, well equipped guest pantry, helpful staff
Edinburgh College Residence
EdinburghBudget options available6.6Scored 6.6PleasantRated pleasant· 513 reviewsEdinburgh College Residence is situated in Edinburgh, within 4.9 km of EICC and 5.1 km of Murrayfield Stadium.
Easy parking, nice staff and clean basic en-suite room
Belford Hostel
EdinburghBudget options available6.9Scored 6.9PleasantRated pleasant· 374 reviewsFeaturing a garden, a shared lounge as well as a bar, Belford Hostel is set in the centre of Edinburgh, 1 km from EICC.
I liked the room, hot shower and bathroom utensils
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CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Old Town, EdinburghCentral location8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 7,761 reviewsAttractively situated in Edinburgh, CoDE Pod Hostels - THE CoURT is 100 metres from The Real Mary King's Close.
Location was perfect and staff where lovely and helpful.
Princes Street Hostel
EdinburghCentral location8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 1,607 reviewsPrinces Street Hostel is well set in the centre of Edinburgh, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi.
It was one the best hostel I've been. Thanks só much!
Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)
Old Town, EdinburghCentral location8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 7,459 reviewsKick Ass Grassmarket (18+) is conveniently located in Edinburgh, and has a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk.
Everything... Great staff, comfortable, pool table
CoDE Co-Living – The LoFT - Edinburgh
EdinburghCentral location8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 1,310 reviewsCoDE Co-Living - The LoFT is set on Rose Street North Lane, just a short walk from Princes Street. It offers modern interiors within a red brick-clad period building.
Perfect place, in the heart of Edinburgh but quiet
Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+)
Old Town, EdinburghCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 4,513 reviewsBoasting a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a bar, Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+) is situated in the centre of Edinburgh, 800 metres from Royal Mile.
Location was perfect! Staff are helpful and friendly.
Edinburgh Central Accommodation
EdinburghCentral location7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 3,209 reviewsThe 5-star Edinburgh Central Accommodation is just 0.5 miles from the shops of Princes Street and Edinburgh Rail Station.
The check in was easy, everything was very simple.
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town
Old Town, EdinburghCentral location7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 3,045 reviewsWell set in Edinburgh, St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.
Location , staff was great . Nice bed . Facilities.
The Baxter Hostel
EdinburghCentral location7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 2,766 reviewsOffering boutique hostel accommodation, The Baxter Hostel is located in the city centre of Edinburgh. Free WiFi access is available. The dormitories feature bunk beds and secure lockers.
Great atmosphere. Great staff. International guests
Argyle Backpackers
EdinburghCentral location7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 935 reviewsSituated in Edinburgh and with University of Edinburgh reachable within 800 metres, Argyle Backpackers features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared...
It's perfectly located near Meadows , clean and quiet.
St Christopher's Edinburgh Original
Old Town, EdinburghCentral location7.1Scored 7.1GoodRated good· 2,629 reviewsSituated opposite Waverley railway station, St Christopher's offers budget accommodation in central Edinburgh with free Wi-Fi, electronic card entry system, lockers, and insured luggage storage.
Ideal location. Had storage for our bags on check out.
a&o Edinburgh City
Old Town, EdinburghCentral location7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 4,909 reviewsA lively/quirky and beautiful accommodation in the centre of the Scottish capital.
staff were very friendly and helpful. food was amazing
THE EDINBURGH TOWNHOUSE - Boutique Hostel
EdinburghCentral location6.2Scored 6.2PleasantRated pleasant· 59 reviewsLocated in Edinburgh and within less than 1 km of EICC, THE EDINBURGH TOWNHOUSE - Boutique Hostel features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.
They don't bother about anything. Go and enjoy at your own.
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Hostels that guests love in Edinburgh
- 8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 1,365 reviewsGreat location in Edinburgh, Friendly staff and clean hostel.
PatricioSolo traveller - 7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 57 reviewsA really friendly welcome, quiet room, bed very comfortable. Great location and felt safe staying there.KathrynSolo traveller
- 8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 7,761 reviewsAbsolutely EVERYTHING! Best hostel I've ever stayed at hands down, would revisit again for sure! Great location, the hostel itself is clean, beautiful pods and nice bathrooms, the staff are awesome, and the general facilities were superb (I didn't realise that many hostels didn't have their own laundry facilities and/or were super pricy, this was like £6.50 for both washing and drying including detergent!). Can't recommend enough, thanks for the great stay! :-)
DunjaSolo traveller - 7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 935 reviewsA budget backpackers on the edge of the city, it meets all expectations. The building is old and seen many travellers, but I wasn't expecting much more from the backpackers. The kitchen was spacious and had all that was needed. Bathrooms were as clean as would be expected for communal bathrooms. Area was safe and about a 20-30 minute walk from the Edinburgh sites.
AlexandraYoung couple - 7.1Scored 7.1GoodRated good· 2,688 reviewsI stayed in woman dormitory. It was clean and nice. Stuff was very friendly. It has a bar downstair which js really nice. Location is great. Safe and clean hostel. Highly recommend.
NazireSolo traveller - Avg. price/night: RSD 38,076.397.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 4,909 reviewsNothing, it was a cheap backpacker hostel rinsing us a family £330 and not even making two bunks beds up- I had to go back down at 11.45pm after arriving with my wife and kids. I liked nothing it was rubbish l, Hugely expensive, Noisy and not nfelt thoroughly Ripped off.CharlesFamily with young children
- 8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 7,459 reviewsGreat location, cheap enough and as clean as you can expect for a hostel. Also apart from the door slamming as people go in and out... It was quiet for a hostel!
ChrisSolo traveller - Avg. price/night: RSD 22,047.248.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 962 reviewsI’ve solo traveled a lot and can safely say this is the cleanest hostel I’ve ever stayed in. It was my 8th visit to Edinburgh and I always choose Haystack. In my recent trip I noticed there were a lot of changes, this isn’t a party hostel and people pretty much turn in by 11 pm. Also great location on princess street.
ShivaliSolo traveller - 8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 2,553 reviewsgreat location, and good kitchen and common spaces. the hostel runs events every night which is appealing to young travellers and backpackers
RyanPeople with friends - 7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 1,332 reviewsI stayed at this hostel for about two weeks, whilst I was getting a rental situation sorted for accommodation elsewhere in Edinburgh. The staff were fantastic and really went the extra mile to support me. I felt able to come and go whilst I was working at my job, and the access to the shared kitchen space really made things easier for cooking my own food on a limited budget! Would thoroughly recommend that backpackers stay here, good value and easy connection to Edinburgh Waverly Station :)
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