Edinburgh Hostels

If you want a budget-friendly and social place to stay, hostels in Edinburgh are a solid pick. They offer shared spaces to meet fellow travellers and plan your activities. Choose one with free walking tours, a guest kitchen, and lockers to keep your things safe.

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 443 reviews.

• Only Edinburgh Old Town to 0.05 km.

• Price range: AED 159-AED 7,819.

2. a&o Edinburgh City

• Offers Fax/copying service, Bar, and Languages spoken at front desk.

• Rated 8.3/10 based on 312 reviews.

• Convenient to Royal Mile, only 0.18 km.

• Rates range from AED 72 to AED 2,404.

3. CODE The Loft - Edinburgh

• Guests particularly enjoy the Languages spoken at front desk, No smoking in public areas, and Express check-in and check-out.

• With a rating of 9.3/10 from 73 reviews.

• Only Princes Street to 0.13 km.

• Price range: AED 187 to AED 870.

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Popular Hostels in Edinburgh

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St Christopher's Edinburgh Original

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Bar

Very Good

143 reviews

8.5/10

1 night

From AED 63

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Code Pod – the Court - Edinburgh

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Luggage storage, Bar

Great

450 reviews

9.3/10

1 night

From AED 115

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CODE The Loft - Edinburgh

Hotel near New Town,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Luggage storage, Shared kitchen

Great

74 reviews

9.3/10

1 night

From AED 150

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Edinburgh Backpackers

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Luggage storage, Shared kitchen

Very Good

55 reviews

8.6/10

1 night

From AED 391

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Argyle Backpackers

Hotels in Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Laundry service (on-site), Luggage storage, Shared kitchen

Good

125 reviews

7.7/10

1 night

From AED 123

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Edinburgh Central Accommodation

Hotel near Broughton,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Laundry service (on-site), Luggage storage, Shared kitchen

Very Good

64 reviews

8.0/10

1 night

From AED 136

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a&o Edinburgh City

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Laundry room, Bar, Karaoke

Very Good

316 reviews

8.2/10

1 night

From AED 72

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Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Luggage storage, Bar

Good

69 reviews

7.7/10

1 night

From AED 92

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West End Hotel

Hotel near West End,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Laundry service (on-site), Luggage storage, Shared kitchen

57 reviews

6.4/10

1 night

From AED 81

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Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town,Edinburgh

Featured facilities: Luggage storage, Shared kitchen, Bar

Great

116 reviews

9.0/10

1 night

From AED 66

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8.9/10

Very Good

KKirillIn principle, not everything so bad, waiting was worse. Even managed to sleep. At 2:00 a.m. somebody came and woke up with his noise, nobody was insured against it

Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh 16.2% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:AED 124

8.8/10

Very Good

AAnonymous UserIt was 850meter walk upon arrival at Edinburgh Waverley train station. Through slopes, stairs and uneven roads. Heavy luhgage is strongly not recommended. Fast check in and check out. Great amenities with clean kitchen full with amenities. Toilet a bit small and could be dirty at times. No lifts so have to carry luggage all the way up to 3rs floor. Beds are comfy and clean. As it's bunk bed, so it could be quite disturbing when the other is moving inconsiderably vigorously.

Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh 16.2% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:AED 73

8.5/10

Very Good

GGuest UserWhile 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.

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town

Hotel near Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh 16.2% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:AED 65

8.5/10

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:AED 210

8.5/10

Very Good

JJINGAbsolutely a good location for quietness and quiet in the new city. Very close to the train station and the airport bus. If you bring large luggage, it is recommended that you live in the new city. It is very convenient. As long as you have a bed, you don’t need to wait until the afternoon. If you have big luggage, you need to take some effort to climb this red staircase. Others are perfect. You can cook in the kitchen. Basically, you have fruit, bread, milk, and tea. There is no limit in the hall. Your best meal, please consciously tidy and clean the girl I live in. The 6 rooms have curtains. The bedside can fill the shop. Small luggage can be placed directly in everyone's cabinet. If you are lucky, you can live on the bottom floor. Hahaha. It's a three-story bed, so the first floor is very low and I can hardly straighten the waist. I can end it. After all, the price is so favorable. Right, there is a great coffee bar and small restaurant downstairs. Everyone is seductive when I see the Apple store and turn in. This is the bar and the hotel

Haystack Hostel

Hotel near New Town, Edinburgh 2.3% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:AED 449

7.8/10

Good

GGuest UserThis is a very interesting hotel in a converted church, the staff are very nice, friendly and attentive. Because it is a historical building, there is no way to remodel it. The rooms are still relatively large. There are collective kitchens, movie rooms, and few single rooms, so it is more convenient to wash in the public bathroom. It's still fun to feel the unique atmosphere.

Belford Hostel

Hotel near West End, Edinburgh

Price per night from:AED 250

FAQs

What are the best Hostels in Edinburgh?

Whether you are traveling to Edinburgh for business or fun, Code Pod – the Court - Edinburgh (from AED 159) , a&o Edinburgh City (from AED 72) and CODE The Loft - Edinburgh (from AED 187) are preferred.

What is the average rate for Hostels in Edinburgh?

For Hostels in Edinburgh, the average price on weekdays is AED 576, and the average price on weekends (Friday–Saturday) is AED 764.

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