Hostels in Edinburgh

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Travel insights for hostels in Edinburgh

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Edinburgh is January (€31). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Edinburgh is August (€107).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Edinburgh is Wednesday (€39). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is €226.

How much is a hostel in Edinburgh tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Edinburgh tonight starting as low as €20, rising to an average cost of €1,001, 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 €36/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as €55/night. For a 4-star hostel in Edinburgh, the cheapest rate recently found was €36/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Edinburgh?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 44 days before your trip to Edinburgh. The lowest price found when booking 44 days ahead was €41 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.
105 High Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€27
Avg. per night
479 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€29
Avg. per night
14 Argyle Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€64
Avg. per night
5/3 West Register Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€78
Avg. per night
37-39 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€84
Avg. per night
65 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€85
Avg. per night
9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€86
Avg. per night
2 West Port, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€90
Avg. per night
50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€99
Avg. per night
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2.0 km from city centre
€138
Avg. per night
15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€190
Avg. per night
5/2 West Register Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€247
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Edinburgh

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 +
2 West Port, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
37-39 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2 stars and under
5/2 West Register Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
€247
15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
€190
9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Other accommodation in Edinburgh

9-13 Market Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€112
Avg. per night
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 km from city centre
€180
Avg. per night
7 Mayfield Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€284
Avg. per night
425 Queensferry Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
5.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€113
Avg. per night
44 Minto Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€137
Avg. per night
Fraser Suites Edinburgh, 12 - 26 St Giles Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€186
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Edinburgh

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

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Edinburgh?

    €83/night is an average price for a hostel in Edinburgh throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in September is the most expensive month to book, and in November is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Edinburgh hostels for as low as €21/night. In general, Edinburgh hostels for €72 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Edinburgh?

    Based on our data, Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only is the best Edinburgh hostel, with a rating of 8.7/10 from 2,256 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    Kick Ass Grassmarket is the nearest hostel in Edinburgh to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, at a distance of 10.9 km.

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

    The most popular neighbourhood is Old Town, with 24% of our users looking to stay in Edinburgh searching for hostels in this area over the last 12 months. a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel 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 National Museum of Scotland?

    The most popular hostel in Edinburgh that’s close to National Museum of Scotland is Kick Ass Greyfriars. Just 0.3 km separate Kick Ass Greyfriars from National Museum of Scotland, the city’s most popular attraction. 5,362 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Kick Ass Greyfriars a score of 8.0/10.

  • 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.

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

    Yes, 5 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 Kick Ass Greyfriars.

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