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Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel in Edinburgh with a 24-hour front desk

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Interior
Basic Double Room
Property entrance
Basic Twin Room
Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | Bathroom

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov

Explore the area

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65 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1BU
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

Edinburgh

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel places you steps from Royal Mile and within a short 5-minute stroll of Princes Street. Highlights at this hostel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, luggage storage and locker space. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this Old Town Edinburgh hostel include Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh.
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What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Princes Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grassmarket - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bella Italia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Albanach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grand Cafe at the Scotsman - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gordon's Trattoria - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Adults-only hostel in Edinburgh with a 24-hour front desk
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel offers its guests tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Edinburgh hostel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel offers 30 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). 30-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 detached shared bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

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  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Edinburgh
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

The closest beach to Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel is Portobello Beach (4.9 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

As of 25 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel on 3 Nov 2025 start from NZ$144.55, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel family-friendly?

No, Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

No, Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 167 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

melania

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place in the heart of Edinburgh

Lovely room at the top of a building and I could look out over the tops of other buildings down the street. Really cool room. I loved it and could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Terry

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Start with the good: Quick and easy check in. Comfy bed. Good location. The bad: Shower utterly useless, either ran scolding hot or freezing cold. The bathroom in general was very shabby. Dirty floor tiles, bath panel coming away and the shelf above to sink wasn't even screwed down. The room was very dark with what appeared to be water damage to the ceiling and the pictures on the wall. The room was also boiling with only a small fan in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Close to the Royal Mile and Train Station
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were great! They swapped our room out for a lower level due to us underestimating the stairs and even helped us get one of our suitcases up the stairs. They were super friendly and helped us navigate the town! Good for a simple over night place to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystle

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very central location and good value for where it was in the city. Check in was easy with the 2 staff members that I had touch points with being super friendly and helpful One downside was parking, the closest car park was Blu Radison From 5pm to 10am was £30
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tianlai

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
room was outdated, toilet was hard to flush, kitchen had a bad smell. localtion was quite good. overall decent for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a private room with bunk beds, it shared a bathroom and kitchen with one other private room. The bathroom and kitchen had new flooring and appliances. The shower pressure was great and no problems with heat. There was even a towel warmer in the bathroom. The ruins were in an old stone building with stone steps at the entrance then normal steps after that. The hostel is in two buildings on the royal mile with tons of shops and a short walk to everything. The receptionists are super friendly and give great advice on where to tour. They also have laundry service for 10 pounds. We had a fantastic time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Terri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice hostel at the heart of Edinburgh

When people think of hostels they think of sharing with a group of strangers which no-one is sure they will get on with. They also shy away from the idea of the need to share a bathroom and toilet with others. However, our experience in this hostel was very pleasing as they also offered private bedrooms and the added extra of using a well equipped kitchen. The bathroom and toilets were very well maintaned in regards to cleanliness and good standard units, which made the sharing option easy to accept. Worthwile checking out this lovely hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location & simple accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

DEREK

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and cheap 👌
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
So the location is fantastic being a couple of blocks from everything - the main train station, Edinburgh castle, and right on the royal mile. All of the private rooms are in a separate building without any communal facilities, which was a drag. Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean, well organized. Lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We needed a stay for one night in Edinburgh and it was perfect! We had a private room, which was spacious and the bed was very comfy! The amenities were updated and very nice. We shared a bathroom and kitchen with another private room. It was in the center of a lot of great spots. Good bars nearby and great shopping. Would definitely go back if we stay in Edinburgh again!

10/10 Excellent

Jessika

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024