What is the cost of a hostel in Edinburgh?

On average, it’s C$ 140/night for a hostel in Edinburgh, though C$ 94/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for C$ 32/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 - The Court, Edinburgh boasts a 8.8/10 review rating from 5,478 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 The 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 - The Court, Edinburgh - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

What is the most popular hostel in Edinburgh closest to St Marys Episcopal Cathedral?

The Hostel is the most popular hostel in Edinburgh that’s close to St Marys Episcopal Cathedral (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 0.4 km from The Hostel to St Marys Episcopal Cathedral. While there may be other hostels near St Marys Episcopal Cathedral, The Hostel is highly rated (7.4/10) by 2,845 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 “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity?

Yes, there are hostels in Edinburgh with “Wi-Fi” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 14 hostels have the “Wi-Fi” amenity in the Edinburgh area. Code - The Court, Edinburgh is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Edinburgh?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Edinburgh is December (C$ 42). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Edinburgh is September (C$ 371).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Edinburgh?

The cheapest day to stay in Edinburgh is Monday (C$ 25). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is C$ 316.

How much is a hostel in Edinburgh tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Edinburgh tonight starting as low as C$ 35, rising to an average cost of C$ 135, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from C$ 38 for a 4-star hostel in Edinburgh for tonight.

How much is a Edinburgh hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Edinburgh this weekend for as little as C$ 70/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as C$ 133/night. For a 4-star hostel in Edinburgh, the cheapest rate recently found was C$ 70/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Edinburgh?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 2 days before your trip to Edinburgh. The lowest price found when booking 2 days ahead was C$ 97 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Edinburgh, Scotland

Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Edinburgh we've come across for the dates selected. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.

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Royal Mile Backpackers

105 High Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

0.7 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

C$ 42

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Discover well-known properties in Edinburgh that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 4,784 hotels in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on 12 May 2026. The average price for a hotel in Edinburgh is C$ 139/night.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Edinburgh?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Edinburgh is December (C$ 42). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Edinburgh is September (C$ 371).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Edinburgh?

The cheapest day to stay in Edinburgh is Monday (C$ 25). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is C$ 316.

How much is a hostel in Edinburgh tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Edinburgh tonight starting as low as C$ 35, rising to an average cost of C$ 135, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from C$ 38 for a 4-star hostel in Edinburgh for tonight.

How much is a Edinburgh hostel room this weekend?

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Edinburgh?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 2 days before your trip to Edinburgh. The lowest price found when booking 2 days ahead was C$ 97 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Edinburgh, Scotland

Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Edinburgh we've come across for the dates selected. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.

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Where to stay in Edinburgh

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What is the cost of a hostel in Edinburgh?

What’s the best hostel in Edinburgh?

What hostel is closest to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

What area of Edinburgh is most popular to stay in?

What is the most popular hostel in Edinburgh closest to St Marys Episcopal Cathedral?

Should I stay in a Edinburgh hostel?

Does Edinburgh have hostels with “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity?

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