What is the cost of a hostel in Edinburgh?

On average, it’s C$ 245/night for a hostel in Edinburgh, though C$ 100/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for C$ 34/night in Edinburgh. Try to avoid booking your hostel in August (the most expensive month). Booking in June (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Edinburgh?

Code Pod Hostels - The Court boasts a 8.7/10 review rating from 7,746 users, making it the best hostel in Edinburgh.

What hostel is closest to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

It is 9.6 km to get from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to West End Hotel - Hostel (the nearest Edinburgh hostel to the airport).

What area of Edinburgh is most popular to stay in?

The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Edinburgh is Old Town, according to our data. 15% of users who searched for hostels in Edinburgh looked for properties in Old Town. If you’re interested in staying in Old Town, consider the Code Pod Hostels - The Court - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

What is the most popular hostel in Edinburgh closest to Edinburgh Castle?

Castle Rock Hostel is the most popular hostel in Edinburgh that’s close to Edinburgh Castle (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 0.2 km from Castle Rock Hostel to Edinburgh Castle. While there may be other hostels near Edinburgh Castle, Castle Rock Hostel is highly rated (8.6/10) by 3,100 users.

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 “Restaurant” listed as an amenity?

Yes, there are hostels in Edinburgh with “Restaurant” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 4 hostels have the “Restaurant” amenity in the Edinburgh area. a&o Edinburgh City is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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Cheapest month:	March
Most expensive month:	August
Average price in Edinburgh:	C$ 244/night
Cheapest price found:	C$ 33/night
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Most expensive day:	Saturday

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Top-rated Edinburgh hostels

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Code Co-Living - The Loft - Edinburgh

50 Rose Street North Lane, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

0.2 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

C$ 70

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Hostels in Edinburgh, Scotland

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Discover well-known properties in Edinburgh that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 4,884 hotels in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on 19 April 2024. The average price for a hotel in Edinburgh is C$ 244/night.

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Top-rated Edinburgh hostels

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Some of the best Edinburgh hostel options as decided by our users. Be sure to read user reviews to learn why these hostels are among the highest rated.

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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?

What is the most popular hostel in Edinburgh closest to Edinburgh Castle?

Should I stay in a Edinburgh hostel?

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

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