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Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

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

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Interior
Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | Bathroom
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Basic Double Room
Basic Double Room
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

Check out the area

Map
65 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1BU
  • Popular LocationRoyal Mile2 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Edinburgh7 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle9 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)29 min drive
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Room options

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Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Twin Room

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Microwave
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Oven
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Microwave
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Oven
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Microwave
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Oven
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Microwave
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Oven
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel is located in Old Town Edinburgh, a neighborhood in Edinburgh. National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Royal Mile and Princes Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 2 min walk
  • Princes Street - 5 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk
  • Grassmarket - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 9 min walk

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
  • Brewhemia - 2 min walk
  • Albanach - 1 min walk
  • Whiski Bar & Restaurant - 2 min walk
  • Byron North Bridge - 1 min walk

About this property

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Hostel near Royal Mile
A short walk from Princes Street and University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and ovens
  • Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Toasters, stovetops, and freezers

Languages

English, Spanish

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 transportation

  • No onsite 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

  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • 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
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from June 6 2024 to June 10 2024 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: GBP 10 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Edinburgh
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of May 15, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel on May 16, 2024 start from CA $164.49, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this hostel is steps from City Art Centre, Royal Mile, and St. Giles' Cathedral. Princes Street and University of Edinburgh are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) and Edinburgh Waverley Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Naser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Its location is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasantly surprised. We had a private room and a shared bathroom but had tons of privacy, felt like it was just us. The location is perfect and the facilities are very clean. The staff of very friendly and there are a few deals for restaurants and pubs that are offered. Definitely would return and recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
The hostel is in a great location, very central for old tour with all the tours. The rooms were clean, with a well maintained shared kitchen facility. A note to those booking a twin room, this is often a bunk bed. Whilst I was aware this may be the case and was ok with it, some people would not be happy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place was very clean, the staff were friendly and it is in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely stay, will stay again!!
I had a lovely stay at this Hostel. It's in the perfect location. And Mercedes at the front desk was very helpful and accommodating. They honored my request to get a room on the top floor and I had a quiet night's sleep. The shared bathroom was very clean. The lounge are was nice to relax and eat some food and people watch out the window. They also held my luggage while I went exploring. I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Isaac

Liked: Staff & service
Private bed shared loo & kitchen
I was in their flat on the royal mile, i had a private bedroom with shared kitchen and bathroom facilities, given its slap bang city centre you could do much worse.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Luxury Linens & Nice Bathroom
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
2.0