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Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel, steps from Royal Mile

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Basic Double Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property entrance
Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | Bathroom | Towels
Basic Twin Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Located near Royal Mile, Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel offers a convenient stay with laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Enjoy the perks of tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage while exploring St. Giles' Cathedral and Princes Street.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (5)

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Lockers available
The current price is CNY772
CNY927 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
65 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1BU

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 Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 4 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 25 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 24 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brewhemia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Albanach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Whiski Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bella Italia - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Royal Mile and Princes Street. Also, Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh are within just a 10-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 8 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

Languages

English, Spanish

More about this property

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At a glance

Hotel size

    • 30 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 18
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

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

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only
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Property amenities

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smooth flooring in room
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 30-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Detached shared bathroom
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Cleaning supplies
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Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

Also known as

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Edinburgh
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What's the area around Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel like?

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel is a short 8-minute walk from St Andrew Square Tram Stop and 2 minutes' walk from Royal Mile.

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Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location & simple accommodation
Leah, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Close to the Royal Mile and Train Station
Anne, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

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.
Jessica, 2-night trip

2/10 Terrible

No water facilities.
Xu, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

The room I was giving is in a building which had no elevator so had to lug my luggage up stairs myself. Room was okay but very loud from outside all day and night. Bathroom could use a bit more cleaning.
Kama, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice clean and cheap 👌
Gareth, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Its cozy place to stay. Close to most of the places to visit.
Melih Can, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Wicked great spot definitely recommend
Keats, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Its location is fantastic.
Teresa, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location
Naser, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

The property was in a good location and the room was clean.
brenda, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The place was very clean, the staff were friendly and it is in a great location
1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely and cozy private room in the center of Edinburgh
Angelica, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

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!
Linda, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed my stay.

10/10 Excellent

Super comfortable place, safe and very close to all places, good price, very clean and tidy place... Fully recommended
Joseph Jafet, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

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.
Heather, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Right off of the main walking path from train station to the Royal Mile, so extremely convenient.
Ryan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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.
1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay! It’s right in the middle of everything. It’s clean and safe. I would stay here again, easily.
Katharine, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

very nice inside
Ho, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

It suited our purpose for being in Edinburgh, in as much as we just needed a bed. It was clean, had hot showers and comfy beds, but the towels were small and well worn The carpets too were rather worn and grubby looking. Would stay again though, as we were not expecting luxury.
Kate, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Really nice for a hostel.

The location was great, close to the train and right in the middle of a very popular area of town. It felt very safe. The room was incredibly quiet at night. The place is very worn down though.
Helle, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We were amazed with the room and the apartment-like that we stayed in. Everything looked new, it was very clean and very silent. We stayed in a twin room and would definitely book it again.
Marina Palomer, 1-night trip