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The Dolphin Inn Hostel

Dunbar

The Dolphin Inn Hostel features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Dunbar. The property is around 2.6 km from Belhaven Bay Beach, 31 km from Muirfield and 46 km from The Maltings Theatre & Cinema. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Very stylish decor with lots of quirky vintage pieces. Clean, comfortable rooms at a reasonable price. Excellent kitchen/dining room facilities and a lovely roof terrace which catches lots of sun and is sheltered from the wind.

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9.2
Superb
446 reviews
Price from
£39
per night

JUST SLEEP Hostel

Leith, Edinburgh

In a prime location in the Leith district of Edinburgh, JUST SLEEP Hostel is located 1.7 km from Royal Yacht Britannia, 1.9 km from Edinburgh Playhouse and 2.5 km from Edinburgh Waverley station. The property is set 3 km from Royal Mile, 3.2 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and 3.3 km from The Real Mary King's Close. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The simplicity of the hostel. It is Clean. Toilet is not smelly. Actually not far from city centre. Take bus 11 then it will take you straight to the city centre.

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8.1
Very good
1,498 reviews
Price from
£1,050
per night

Princes Street Hostel

New Town, Edinburgh

Princes Street Hostel is well set in the centre of Edinburgh, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is close to Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, University of Edinburgh and The Real Mary King's Close. The property is non-smoking and is located 300 metres from Edinburgh Waverley station. It was one the best hostel I've been. Thanks só much!

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8.5
Very good
1,554 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh 4 stars

Old Town, Edinburgh

Attractively situated in Edinburgh, CoDE Pod Hostels - THE CoURT is 100 metres from The Real Mary King's Close. This property is situated a short distance from attractions such as Royal Mile, National Museum of Scotland, and Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk. Great hostel placed next to the to the Royal Mile and close to the Castle which makes it a good hub to see the other attractions Edinburgh has to offer. Was greeted by friendly staff at check-in. Stayed here for one week and was impressed by the cleanliness of both the room and shared bathrooms, the room rate was quite affordable compared to other options during the Festival. Will for sure a place I will stay at again if I'll visit Edinburgh again.

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8.7
Fabulous
7,653 reviews
Price from
£38.52
per night

Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) 4 stars

Old Town, Edinburgh

Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) is conveniently located in Edinburgh, and has a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a tour desk. There were a range of facilities easily available such as the kitchen, laundry and hangout rooms which made my stay stress free! Bathrooms were really clean and it was amazing that bedding was provided! Beds were really comfortable, location amazing (right across from Edinburgh castle and many bars) For such a nice place the price is amazing!

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8.2
Very good
7,320 reviews
Price from
£18.90
per night

CoDE Co-Living – The LoFT - Edinburgh 4 stars

New Town, Edinburgh

Each pod-style room at Code Hostel Edinburgh has a shower room and you can relax in bright communal areas, too.

The hostel is within 10 minutes' walk of Edinburgh Waverly Railway Station, while Edinburgh Castle and the old town can be reached in around 15 minutes by foot. I loved the "ladies only" dorm, it made things easier. The industrial design is modern and fuss free, very relaxing. I've been looking forward to trying a pod for a while now, and I've not been disappointed. I'll stay again if I ever have to come back to Edinburgh.

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8.1
Very good
1,289 reviews
Price from
£43.70
per night

High Street Hostel 2 stars

Old Town, Edinburgh

Situated in central Edinburgh, the High Street Hostel offers free WiFi in all areas. Dating back to 1564, this historic property is on a small side street, just off the Royal Mile.

The hostel offers single beds in shared dormitory rooms. Each bed has a bedside safe and a locker. The rooms have access to shared bathroom facilities. Great location. Great staff. Comfortable. Clean.

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8.2
Very good
2,493 reviews
Price from
£20.40
per night

Royal Mile Backpackers 2 stars

Old Town, Edinburgh

Mixed and female dormitories have bunk beds and lockers, and guests can make use of laundry services, hairdryers and adaptors. Luggage storage is available at the property. Bicycle storage is available at the High Street Hostel just across the road. They had a friendly atmosphere and cute themed rooms!

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8.4
Very good
1,345 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only 2 stars

Old Town, Edinburgh

The hostel offers accommodation exclusively for guests aged 18 years and older. Dormitories feature bunk beds with bedside lockers and have use of shared bathroom facilities with showers. There is a cosy lounge with a piano and large sofas by the fireplace, a movie room with big screen and an internet lounge with WiFi. Design, clean and staffs are very friendly.

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8.6
Fabulous
3,102 reviews
Price from
£22.80
per night

Haystack Hostel

New Town, Edinburgh

Just 50 metres from Edinburgh’s bustling Princes Street, Haystack Hostel is set in a renovated 18th-century Georgian building. It offers (not 24h reception) with free Wi-Fi and a fully equipped shared kitchen. It was clean , cosy and near to Waverley station

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8.2
Very good
935 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

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