Edinburgh Hostels

Hostels in Edinburgh are a great pick for budget-minded travellers who enjoy meeting new people and staying in lively social spaces. Many offer shared kitchens, laundry facilities, luggage storage, and common areas such as bars or game rooms. It’s a friendly, easygoing option that keeps travel simple and sociable.

Trip.com Featured Hostels in Edinburgh

1. Code Pod – the Court - Edinburgh

• Offers Bar, Halal meals provided, and Languages Spoken at Front Desk.

• Rated 9.3/10 from 320 reviews.

• Only 0.05km to Edinburgh Old Town.

• Price range: US$24-US$770.

2. a&o Edinburgh City

• Offers Fax/Copying Service, Bar, and Languages Spoken at Front Desk.

• Rated 8/10 based on 284 reviews.

• Convenient to Royal Mile, only 0.18km.

• Prices from US$17 to US$334.

3. Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate

• Guests particularly enjoy the Garden, Fax/Copying Service, and Bar.

• With a rating of 7.8/10 from 90 guest reviews.

• Only 0.07km to Edinburgh Old Town.

• Prices range from US$19 to US$259.

The above hotel prices are based on Trip.com for January 25-January 31.

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Code Pod – the Court - Edinburgh

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Luggage Storage, Bar

Great

321 reviews

9.3/10

1 night

From US$19

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a&o Edinburgh City

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Bar, KTV

Very Good

286 reviews

8.0/10

1 night

From US$19

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Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Laundry Service (On-Site), Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen

Very Good

46 reviews

8.9/10

1 night

From US$21

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Edinburgh Central Accommodation

Hotel near Broughton,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Laundry Service (On-Site), Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen

Very Good

53 reviews

8.2/10

1 night

From US$24

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Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Luggage Storage, Bar

Good

90 reviews

7.8/10

1 night

From US$17

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The Baxter Hostel

Hotel near New Town,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Shared Kitchen, Bar

Very Good

52 reviews

8.0/10

1 night

From US$16

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Edinburgh Backpackers

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen

Very Good

41 reviews

8.2/10

1 night

From US$66

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Argyle Backpackers

Hotels in Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Laundry Service (On-Site), Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen

102 reviews

7.3/10

1 night

From US$15

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Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen, Bar

Very Good

96 reviews

8.3/10

1 night

From US$18

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Code Co-Living – the Loft - Edinburgh

Hotel near New Town,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen

Very Good

42 reviews

8.9/10

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8.7/10

Very Good

GGuest UserThe location is excellent, right near Edinburgh Waverley Station. Just make sure to use the Market Street exit. I booked a female-only quad room, which consisted of two bunk beds. It came with a private bathroom and shower for the four occupants, though the room itself was quite compact. Unfortunately, luggage storage isn't free. You'll need to use the lockers located in the communal kitchen upstairs. It cost me £2 for an hour.

St Christopher's Edinburgh Original

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh 10.4% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:US$14

8.6/10

Very Good

GGuest UserWe stayed twice at the Riccarton Inn. It's traditional with a pub up front and rooms at the back. Very clean and the staff was helpful and friendly. This is not a hotel chain but an individual inn. The rooms are not new, nor full of modern amenities as some would require. The mattress was creeky. Nevertheless, if you want a truly Scottish experience full of authentic ambiance, you cannot beat Riccarton. We ate breakfast and dinner in the inn and found them delicious. Had to hop on a couple of buses to get there from the airport, but that was part of the fun!

Riccarton Inn

Hotel near Currie

Price per night from:US$53

8.4/10

Very Good

CCharlee CheungEdinburgh is quite hilly and full of stairs, so the journey from the train station was a bit of a trek. The hostel doesn't have a lift, which meant carrying our luggage up and down. Still, it's a good value-for-money option.

Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh 10.4% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:US$19

8.4/10

Very Good

GGuest UserAmazing price for a central hostel. Easy friendly check in. Staying in girls dorm bunks which had curtains. Unfortunately they didn't reach to the end so not as private as expected. No lockers in our room only cages under the bed and you had to pay for a padlock so didn't bother. Nothing got stolen. Everyone very friendly. Rooms basic but comfy and roomy. Showers and loos like indoor portaloos. Breakfast nextdoor was ok. Tasty and just enough. Thank you for a great stay.

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh 10.4% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:US$13

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best Hostels in Edinburgh?

Whether you are travelling to Edinburgh for business or tourism, Code Pod – the Court - Edinburgh (from US$24) , a&o Edinburgh City (from US$17) and Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate (from US$19) are preferred.

What is the average rate for Hostels in Edinburgh?

For Hostels in Edinburgh, the average price on weekdays is US$85, and the average price on weekends (Friday–Saturday) is US$121.

Which Hostels in Edinburgh offer breakfast?

Code Pod – the Court - Edinburgh (from US$24) provides high-quality breakfast.

Which Hostels in Edinburgh have bars?

Code Pod – the Court - Edinburgh (from US$24), a&o Edinburgh City (from US$17) and Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate (from US$19) have bars.

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