Hostels in Edinburgh
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Popular hostels in Edinburgh
Discover well-known properties in Edinburgh that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 4,995 hotels in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on 30 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in Edinburgh is $86/night.
These are some of the hostels in Edinburgh with the highest demand. Users can use the filters present to refine their search even further.
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All filters3-5 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
$92
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
$77
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
4.8
Okay
369 reviews
Location
1.3 km from city centre
$105
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
585 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
$89
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 February ($44). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Edinburgh is August ($304).
What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Edinburgh?
The cheapest day to stay in Edinburgh is Monday ($42). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $144.
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 $80, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $19 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 $41/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $65/night. For a 4-star hostel in Edinburgh, the cheapest rate recently found was $73/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 $54 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 $26 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 30 April 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Edinburgh for the selected dates. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
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15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$26
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$28
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$28
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$30
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$31
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$32
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$32
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479 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$33
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$38
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5/2 West Register Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$40
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5/3 West Register Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$41
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9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$41
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1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$58
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50 Rose Street North Lane, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$60
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Bearnock Country Centre, Inverness, United Kingdom
29.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$61
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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 30 April 2025.
An overview of the average price of hostels by hostel class in the Edinburgh. We've also highlighted the most popular hostels and best value within each hostel class.
4 stars +
3 stars
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
$77
2 stars and under
15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
$26
9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
$41
Other accommodations in Edinburgh
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42 St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$302
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0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$184
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