Princes Street Hostel

2.0 star property
Hotel in Edinburgh, steps from Princes Street

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Classic Double Room, City View
Front of property
Living area
Shared kitchen facilities
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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5 West Register Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2AA
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Andrew Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room, City View

Highlights

Heating
4 bathrooms
  • City view
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

Princes Street Hostel places you steps from Princes Street and within a short 5-minute stroll of George Street. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas. To-go breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this Edinburgh City Centre hotel include Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • St. Andrew Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • George Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Mile - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 4 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Society Bar & Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dishoom Edinburgh - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Princes Street Hostel

Hotel in Edinburgh, steps from Princes Street
Public spaces have free WiFi.
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
Princes Street Hostel offers 25 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast to-go available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5 per person

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 shared bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 3 October 2025 to 28 February 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: from approximately GBP 5 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Princes Hostel Edinburgh
Princes Street Hostel Edinburgh
Princes Street Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Princes Street Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Princes Street Hostel ?

The closest beach to Princes Street Hostel is Portobello Beach (5 km).

Does Princes Street Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, to-go brekkie is available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Princes Street Hostel ?

No, Princes Street Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Princes Street Hostel ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Princes Street Hostel ?

No, pets are not allowed.

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