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Popular hostels in Edinburgh

Discover well-known properties in Edinburgh that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,020 hotels in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on 6 June 2025. The average price for a hotel in Edinburgh is $113/night.
These are some of the hostels in Edinburgh with the highest demand. Users seeking more options can adjust the settings in the search form at the top of the page.
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18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Hostel with a conference center, near Royal Mile This smoke-free hostel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a conference center. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and wedding services. Weekly housekeeping is available. Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation offers 2000 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided weekly. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
3219 reviews
Location
2.0 km from city centre
3-5 Amphion Lane (Murano Place), Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, near Princes Street Along with concierge services, this smoke-free hostel has laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a TV in a common area, and multilingual staff assistance are onsite. Limited housekeeping is available. Destiny Student Murano - Campus Accommodation offers 325 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Free Wi-Fi
7.2
Good
2445 reviews
Location
1.6 km from city centre
50 Rose Street North Lane, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Capsule hotel in Edinburgh, a quick walk to Princes Street Gardens This smoke-free capsule hotel features a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and express check-in. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, express check-out, a TV in a common area, and a front-desk safe are onsite. Housekeeping is not available. CoDE Pod – The LoFT - Edinburgh offers 6 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
2605 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
28 Gilmore Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Situated in the city center, this welcoming apartment brings all of Edinburgh within your reach. Your feet will make short work of the 15-minute walk to Princes Street or the 11-minute walk to Edinburgh International Conference Centre. If you're looking to expand your horizons and see other nearby locales, you can catch a train at Edinburgh Haymarket Station, a short 14-minute walk away. For your convenience, there's a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and cookware. Connect to the free WiFi, or get cozy in front of the TV. Bathroom amenities include towels and toilet paper.
Free Wi-Fi
4.9
Okay
374 reviews
Location
1.3 km from city centre
Bearnock Country Centre, Inverness, United Kingdom
Hostel in Inverness with free parking This smoke-free hostel features coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and barbecue grills. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area. Housekeeping is not available. BCC Loch Ness Hostel offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and shared/communal kitchens. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Inverness hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
5.6
Okay
937 reviews
Location
29.4 km from city centre
6 Bridgend, Callander, United Kingdom
Tudor hostel in Callander with free parking A business center, a meeting room, and express check-in are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, a garden, and a picnic area are onsite. Callander Hostel offers 9 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.6
Excellent
596 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre

Travel insights for hostels in Edinburgh

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Edinburgh including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Edinburgh?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Edinburgh is November ($111). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Edinburgh is August ($283).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Edinburgh?

The cheapest day to stay in Edinburgh is Wednesday ($105). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $309.

How much is a hostel in Edinburgh tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Edinburgh tonight starting as low as $45, rising to an average cost of $300, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $41 for a 4-star hostel in Edinburgh for tonight.

How much is a Edinburgh hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Edinburgh this weekend for as little as $60/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $84/night. For a 4-star hostel in Edinburgh, the cheapest rate recently found was $60/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Edinburgh?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 33 days before your trip to Edinburgh. The lowest price found when booking 33 days ahead was $91 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 $40 per night. There is currently one property in Edinburgh that can be booked for this price. Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 6 June 2025
These Edinburgh properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
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15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$40
Avg. per night
37-39 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$43
Avg. per night
8 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$43
Avg. per night
105 High Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$46
Avg. per night
6-8 Douglas Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$48
Avg. per night
2 West Port, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$49
Avg. per night
14 Argyle Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$49
Avg. per night
479 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$51
Avg. per night
Victoria Drive, Inverness, United Kingdom
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
$58
Avg. per night
50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$59
Avg. per night
5/2 West Register Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$62
Avg. per night
5/3 West Register Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$63
Avg. per night
9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$63
Avg. per night
77 Murray Place, Stirling, United Kingdom
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$89
Avg. per night
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$90
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 6 June 2025.
Some of the best options for booking a hostel in Edinburgh categorized by hostel class. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hostel class.
4 stars +
Victoria Drive, Inverness, United Kingdom
37-39 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
3 stars
77 Murray Place, Stirling, United Kingdom
8 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2 stars and under
50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2 West Port, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
3-5 Amphion Lane (Murano Place), Edinburgh, United Kingdom
15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Other accommodations in Edinburgh

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in Edinburgh.
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Picardy Place, 16-22, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$282
Avg. per night
Edinburgh Business Park 6 Lochside View, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
7.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$183
Avg. per night
107 Queensferry Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$250
Avg. per night
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 km from city centre
$484
Avg. per night
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.1 km from city centre
$275
Avg. per night
7 Mayfield Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$168
Avg. per night
425 Queensferry Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
5.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$188
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 6 June 2025.
Whether you're visiting Edinburgh for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. Clicking on a hostel name will take you to a page with pricing, reviews, and more useful information.

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 6 June 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Edinburgh?

    On average, it’s $114/night for a hostel in Edinburgh, though $63/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $28/night in Edinburgh. Try to avoid booking your hostel in May (the most expensive month). Booking in February (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Edinburgh?

    With an average review score of 8.7 (out of 10) from 4,174 HotelsCombined users, Code Pod Hostels - The Court is considered the best Edinburgh hostel.

  • What hostel is closest to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    Edinburgh West Side Hostel is 7.9 km 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?

    Old Town is the most popular area of Edinburgh to stay in. In the past year, 27% of HotelsCombined users looking for Edinburgh hostels searched within Old Town. Code Pod Hostels - The Court is a popular hostel in Old Town if you choose to stay in the area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Edinburgh closest to Princes Street Gardens?

    The most popular Edinburgh hostel near Princes Street Gardens is Code Pod - The Loft - Edinburgh. Code Pod - The Loft - Edinburgh has a rating of 8.4/10 from 2,605 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 0.2 km from Princes Street Gardens.

  • Should I stay in a Edinburgh hostel?

    Hostels in Edinburgh tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Edinburgh hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

  • Does Edinburgh have hostels with “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, 20 Edinburgh hostels list “Wi-Fi” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Edinburgh with this feature, then consider staying at the popular a&o Edinburgh City.

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