Haystack Hostel
5/3 West Register Street, Edinburgh, EH22AA, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
great location, clear instructions from staff. It was safe even though I was late on arrival after midnight. It's near Airlink 100 the YY stop.
Hong Kong
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. With luxurious wooden triple bunks, the dorms are all equipped with individual power and USB sockets, reading lights, and bed linen. Shared bathroom facilities include large showers and separate men's and women's bathrooms. Shops, bars and restaurants surround Haystack Hostel, and Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station is less than 150 metres away. Impressive Edinburgh Castle is only 0.5 miles’ walk. The kitchen and dining area features a full range of kitchenware as well as integrated oven/hobs, fridge, microwave, toaster and kettle. The lounge area provides additional space to relax and socialise. Secure luggage lockers are available for guests, alongside a laundry service and Wi-Fi access throughout the building.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
Property practices
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Winnie
Hong Kong“great location, clear instructions from staff. It was safe even though I was late on arrival after midnight. It's near Airlink 100 the YY stop.”- May
Israel“Good location GEEAT staff The CLEANEST and BIGGEST showers I’ve seen in a hostel! Linen&towels looked clean and new” 
Regina
Canada“The loveliet staff, who always seemed invested in ensuring I had a good stay - and a good time in Edinburgh overall! Clean, comfortable facilities where I felt safe as a solo woman. Really nice shared kitchen, good showers that stayed hot the...”
Property surroundings
Facilities of Haystack HostelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.2
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Shared bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Shared kitchen
- Walking tours
- Pub crawls
- Games room
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Lockers
- Luggage storage
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/check-out
- Board games/puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Welsh
- English
- Spanish
- French
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children older than 16 years are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Bankcard
Haystack Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Photo identification issued by the government (passport, drivers license or a national identity card) is required from all guests on arrival.
A key deposit of GBP 10 is required.
Please note that all guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by parent or guardian, and stay in a private room with their own party only.
Guests under the age of 18 cannot be accommodated in the shared dormitories.
When booking for 7 persons or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.
The property is located on the third floor, with stair access only. As a result, it may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Haystack Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
FAQs about Haystack Hostel
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Check-in at Haystack Hostel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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Haystack Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Games room
- Pub crawls
- Walking tours
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The prices at Haystack Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Haystack Hostel is 700 yards from the centre of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
