St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town Reviews

perfect location and good deal to have a stay. near the railway station and near the travel spots.

Very very close to the Edinburgh Waverley train station! The location is really convenient, located in the heart of the city. Check in was quick, staff quite nice. Bed is comfortable, and good privacy with the curtains. However, there were hair on the bedsheet. Enough toilet and shower facilities, although some are broken, I had to take a cold water shower.

Amazing hostel, clean and tidy and bedding is very comfortable, much appreciated, nice staffs also

Perfect hostel, nice and accommodating staff, nothing can complain, there is accident where other took the wrong bed, the staff solve quickly by asking people the clean it up. Safe environment for girl too

Absolutely loved my stay Very helpful and kind staff

Good central place, with nice prices for Edinburgh. Great choice

It was good hotel clean

Great accommodation for solo travellers. When I arrive I was met with a very friendly receptionist who briefed me on the stay. The reception and the bedrooms were in separate buildings for me (Old Town) but only across the road. The beds was comfortable and I was fortunate enough to have roommates who were quiet. Toilets and showers are separate, and it is clean every now and then. 4 stars because it is quite tight inside the shower the overall really good for what price you pay and would definitely come back again.

Everything perfect. location perfect. Cleanliness perfect. Service perfect. Check in perfect t. Staff cwry helpful and polite. Beds are spacious.

A great location close to the city between the new town and the old town. I recommend staying here for solo travellers if you want a pleasant experience in the city

The hotel is decent overall, but I would advise anyone staying here to keep a close eye on their belongings. I went out for about an hour and accidentally left my phone charger in the room. When I returned, I asked the staff member at the front desk if they had found it, but she said she didn’t know anything about it and that it hadn’t been found. I am certain that I left my charger there before I left. It was an original charger, so I was disappointed that it went missing. I hope the hotel will pay more attention to lost items and improve the handling of guests’ belongings.

Right by the station, close to attractions like the Scottish National Gallery and Princes Street Gardens. You can refill your water bottle near the front desk. Luggage storage is available; the free lockers are small and require your own padlock, but paid options offer various sizes and storage durations. Overall, it's very convenient. Recommended.

Very close to the city center, only a 5-minute walk from the train station. The surrounding amenities are complete, and most attractions are within walking distance. I would choose this place again next time I visit Edinburgh.

While the property itself is genuinely impressive — excellent location, comfortable facilities, and overall a place I initially enjoyed enough to extend my stay — the appalling conduct of one particular front desk employee rendered the entire experience profoundly disappointing. Upon my initial arrival, despite providing substantial supporting documentation regarding my identity, including official government verification and police documentation concerning my stolen passport, I was met not with professionalism, understanding, or even basic courtesy, but with extraordinary rudeness, inflexibility, and a deeply concerning lack of competence. Her behaviour was unnecessarily hostile, dismissive, and entirely devoid of the standards one would reasonably expect from anyone representing the hospitality industry. Fortunately, the evening staff demonstrated what proper customer service should look like: pragmatic, respectful, solution-oriented, and entirely capable of resolving the matter professionally. Regrettably, when I attempted to extend my stay, I was once again subjected to the same individual’s astonishingly poor judgement and apparent personal hostility. Despite prior successful verification and an already established resolution, she chose to create unnecessary conflict, ultimately escalating the matter to an absurd and deeply distressing level, resulting in police involvement and my removal in the middle of the night, despite having already arranged and paid accordingly. To be absolutely clear: the establishment itself deserves praise, but the presence of staff members who wield petty authority with such cruelty, inconsistency, and staggering unprofessionalism severely undermines its reputation. Management would do well to reflect carefully on whether individuals so lacking in discretion, empathy, and professionalism should remain in positions where guest welfare and brand reputation are entrusted to them. One exceptionally poor employee can undo the efforts of an otherwise excellent business. A truly regrettable example of how dreadful service can overshadow even the finest accommodation.