What is the cost of a hostel in Edinburgh?

$192/night is an average price for a hostel in Edinburgh throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in June is the most expensive month to book, and in January is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Edinburgh hostels for as low as $33/night. In general, Edinburgh hostels for $72 or less are a good deal.

What’s the best hostel in Edinburgh?

Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Edinburgh is Castle Rock Hostel. 3,152 users from HotelsCombined gave the Castle Rock Hostel a 8.6/10 rating.

What hostel is closest to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

The closest Edinburgh hostel to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport is West End Hotel, which is 9.6 km away.

What area of Edinburgh is most popular to stay in?

Old Town is the most popular area of Edinburgh to stay in. In the past year, 18% of HotelsCombined users looking for Edinburgh hostels searched within Old Town. Code Pod Hostels - The Court is a popular hostel in Old Town if you choose to stay in the area.

What is the most popular hostel in Edinburgh closest to Edinburgh Waverley Station?

The Baxter Hostel happens to be the most popular Edinburgh hostel near Edinburgh Waverley Station among our users. The The Baxter Hostel has a current rating of 7.3 from 2,857 HotelsCombined travellers. Edinburgh Waverley Station is also conveniently located just 0.2 km from this hostel.

Should I stay in a Edinburgh hostel?

Aside from the fact that Edinburgh hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Edinburgh.

Does Edinburgh have hostels with “Parking” listed as an amenity?

4 hostels in Edinburgh currently have “Parking” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+), which is the most popular hostel in Edinburgh with this amenity.

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Cheapest month:	January
Most expensive month:	June
Average price in Edinburgh:	$191/night
Cheapest price found:	$33/night
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Code Co-Living - The Loft - Edinburgh

50 Rose Street North Lane, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

0.2 km from city centre

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What is the cost of a hostel in Edinburgh?

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What area of Edinburgh is most popular to stay in?

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Should I stay in a Edinburgh hostel?

Does Edinburgh have hostels with “Parking” listed as an amenity?

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