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Popular hostels in Edinburgh

Discover well-known properties in Edinburgh that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 4,986 hotels in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on 25 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in Edinburgh is .
These hostels are among the most popular places to stay for users visiting Edinburgh. Try adjusting the dates or room and guest combinations if you're not seeing the options you're looking for.
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3-5 Amphion Lane (Murano Place), Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, near Royal Mile 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 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
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Hostel with a conference center, near Edinburgh Castle 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
3218 reviews
Location
2.0 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 5-minute walk to The Meadows or the 12-minute walk to Grassmarket. 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
4.7
Okay
368 reviews
Location
1.3 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
8.5
Excellent
584 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 day to stay in a hostel in Edinburgh?

The cheapest day to stay in Edinburgh is Monday (€19). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is €77.

How much is a hostel in Edinburgh tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Edinburgh tonight starting as low as €16, rising to an average cost of €78, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from €20 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 €34/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as €41/night. For a 4-star hostel in Edinburgh, the cheapest rate recently found was €34/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 €48 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 €23 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 25 April 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
€23
Avg. per night
37-39 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€24
Avg. per night
8 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€25
Avg. per night
105 High Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€26
Avg. per night
2 West Port, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€26
Avg. per night
50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€27
Avg. per night
6-8 Douglas Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€27
Avg. per night
14 Argyle Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€28
Avg. per night
479 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€29
Avg. per night
5/2 West Register Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€30
Avg. per night
5/3 West Register Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€35
Avg. per night
9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€35
Avg. per night
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€52
Avg. per night
50 Rose Street North Lane, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€53
Avg. per night
Bearnock Country Centre, Inverness, United Kingdom
29.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€54
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 25 April 2025.
hostels located in the Edinburgh area sorted by price and hostel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hostel class.
4 stars +
37-39 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2 stars and under
2 West Port, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
5/2 West Register Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
50 Rose Street North Lane, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Other accommodations in Edinburgh

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42 St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€312
Avg. per night
11 Brandfield Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€170
Avg. per night
94 Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€1,283
Avg. per night
493 Lawnmarket,The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€175
Avg. per night
3 James Court 493 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€271
Avg. per night
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 km from city centre
€269
Avg. per night
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.1 km from city centre
€157
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 25 April 2025.
Utilize the map to find properties close to the Edinburgh area(s) or attractions you plan on visiting. More information on a given hostel can be accessed by clicking the hostel's name within the map.

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 25 April 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Edinburgh?

    €85/night is an average price for a hostel in Edinburgh throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in August is the most expensive month to book, and in October is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Edinburgh hostels for as low as €15/night. In general, Edinburgh hostels for €53 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Edinburgh?

    Based on our data, Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only is the best Edinburgh hostel, with a rating of 8.7/10 from 2,002 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    Code Hostel Edinburgh is the nearest hostel in Edinburgh to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, at a distance of 10.8 km.

  • What area of Edinburgh is most popular to stay in?

    The most popular neighbourhood is Old Town, with 22% of our users looking to stay in Edinburgh searching for hostels in this area over the last 12 months. a&o Edinburgh City is a popular hostel in Old Town that might be available for your travel dates, though there are other great properties in the area as well.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Edinburgh closest to Talbot Rice Gallery?

    The most popular hostel in Edinburgh that’s close to Talbot Rice Gallery is Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+). Just 0.4 km separate Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+) from Talbot Rice Gallery, the city’s most popular attraction. 3,593 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+) a score of 8.2/10.

  • Should I stay in a Edinburgh hostel?

    Staying in a Edinburgh hostel has many benefits, including cost savings, proximity to the centre of the city, a social and laid-back atmosphere, and similar amenities to hotels (such as Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, or 24/7 check-in). Hostels in Edinburgh tend to attract younger, solo travellers, but they can be great for couples and families as well.

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