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Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel near Royal Mile

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Basic Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | Bathroom | Shower, towels
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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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)27 min drive

Room options

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Basic Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Basic Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Front of property
Cityroomz Edinburgh
Free WiFi
Laundry
Housekeeping
24/7 front desk
4.2 out of 5, Very Good, (1002)
The price is $235
per night
$282 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Cityroomz Edinburgh

About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh stay.At this Old Town Edinburgh hostel, you'll be well placed to visit Royal Mile and St. Giles' Cathedral, both steps away. Princes Street and University of Edinburgh are also within half a mile (1 km).
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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

Adults-only hostel near Royal Mile
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel offers its guests tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Edinburgh hostel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel offers 30 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Smart televisions come with digital channels.

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels

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

  • No pets 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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: GBP 10 per person, per stay

We've listed 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Edinburgh
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel to the airport?

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel is 8.1 mi (28-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel on Jun 18, 2024 start from $77.49, 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.

Does Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel.

How close is Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 3 mi (14-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 19.6 mi (47-min drive) from Silver Sands Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel offer free breakfast?

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel have a pool?

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel to downtown Edinburgh?

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel is 0.2 mi away from Edinburgh.

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

Francesca

Traveled 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 traveler

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 traveler

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Excellent location it is in the heart of Edinburgh city centre. The room is a bit small but the share toliet is large and clean. A good experience to stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was friendly and my room was clean. Located in the middle of everything. I would stay here again. Just a note for people with trouble walking you may have a lot of stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023