What is the cost of a hostel in Edinburgh?

On average, it’s $122/night for a hostel in Edinburgh, though $51/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 August (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 8.8 (out of 10) from 2,041 HotelsCombined users, Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only 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, 31% of HotelsCombined users looking for Edinburgh hostels searched within Old Town. a&o Edinburgh City 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 2,650 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.

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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 ($91). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Edinburgh is May ($405).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Edinburgh is Wednesday ($82). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $276.

How much is a hostel in Edinburgh tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Edinburgh tonight starting as low as $33, rising to an average cost of $190, 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 $59/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $70/night. For a 4-star hostel in Edinburgh, the cheapest rate recently found was $59/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Edinburgh?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 3 days before your trip to Edinburgh. The lowest price found when booking 3 days ahead was $108 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Edinburgh, Scotland

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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Edinburgh West Side Hostel

479 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

4.0 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$51

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Discover well-known properties in Edinburgh that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,240 hotels in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on 18 September 2025. The average price for a hotel in Edinburgh is $122/night.

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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 ($91). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Edinburgh is May ($405).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Edinburgh is Wednesday ($82). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $276.

How much is a hostel in Edinburgh tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Edinburgh tonight starting as low as $33, rising to an average cost of $190, 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?

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Edinburgh?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 3 days before your trip to Edinburgh. The lowest price found when booking 3 days ahead was $108 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Edinburgh, Scotland

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.

Hostel prices in Edinburgh

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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 18 September 2025.

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Facts about staying in Edinburgh

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Should I stay in a Edinburgh hostel?

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