Cowgate Tourist Hostel

Cowgate Tourist Hostel

Hotel
2 stars 

94 -116 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

GoodBased on 2,509 reviews
6.8

₹ 8,808

Cheapest rate

rate per night

Provider
Nightly total
₹ 8,808
₹ 10,917
₹ 11,191
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Thu 19/6
Fri 20/6
Double room
Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
₹ 8,808
nightly with VAT
Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
₹ 10,917
nightly with VAT
Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
₹ 11,191
nightly with VAT
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including VAT but not including other taxes and fees.
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Cowgate Tourist Hostel Information

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of Cowgate Tourist Hostel, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on 12 June 2025.
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Royal Mile Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free hotel has a 24-hour front desk and a garden. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities in...

Good to know

Check-in time15:00
Check-out time11:00
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number080 8168 9610

Perks and amenities at Cowgate Tourist Hostel

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at Cowgate Tourist Hostel
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Cribs available
  • No smoking
  • Wake-up service
  • Air-conditioned
  • Smoke alarms

General

  • Earplugs
  • No smoking
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Reading light
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Lockers
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Cribs available
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Heating
  • Shower
  • Dustbins
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Private bathroom
  • Snack bar
  • Garden
  • Socket near the bed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Designated smoking area
  • Storage available
  • Key card access

Services

  • Wake-up service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Key access

Reviews for Cowgate Tourist Hostel

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at Cowgate Tourist Hostel, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 2,509 reviews of Cowgate Tourist Hostel to date. Review data was last updated on 12 June 2025.
6.8
OkayBased on 2,509 verified guest reviews
Pros +
  • The kitchen facilities were fantastic. (in 74 reviews)
  • Close to the city centre. (in 18 reviews)
  • Lovely staff and clean bathrooms (in 118 reviews)
Cons -
  • Very few toilets and showers. (in 6 reviews)
  • It was clean and tidy. (in 5 reviews)
  • This was our worst hostel experience ever. (in 41 reviews)
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  • How far is Cowgate Tourist Hostel from National Museum of Scotland?

    Cowgate Tourist Hostel is a good place to stay to see National Museum of Scotland. It’s 0.2 km away.

  • Is Cowgate Tourist Hostel close to Greyfriars Kirk?

    The distance from Cowgate Tourist Hostel to Greyfriars Kirk is 0.2 km.

FAQs when booking at Cowgate Tourist Hostel

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding bookings, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at Cowgate Tourist Hostel. FAQs were last updated on 12 June 2025.

  • How close is Cowgate Tourist Hostel to the nearest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    The distance between the closest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, and Cowgate Tourist Hostel is 18.2 km and the expected drive time is about 0h 14m. Your drive time between the two can vary based on the time of day and traffic trends of the area.

  • What is the best way for guests to get from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cowgate Tourist Hostel?

    One of the more popular options today is to take a taxi or ridesharing service directly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to the hotel. This option is often cost-effective, but guests must keep a lookout for peak time rates.

  • How close is Cowgate Tourist Hostel from the Edinburgh city centre?

    The centre of Old Town, Edinburgh, is just 0.3 km away from the front doors of Cowgate Tourist Hostel. You can find many fellow tourists at places such as Usher Hall, which you can get to from Cowgate Tourist Hostel using any means of transportation.

  • What is the Cowgate Tourist Hostel phone number?

    You can reach the front desk of Cowgate Tourist Hostel at 080 8168 9610.

  • Does Cowgate Tourist Hostel have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Cowgate Tourist Hostel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What is the check-out time at Cowgate Tourist Hostel?

    Check-out should be before 11:00. For checking in at Cowgate Tourist Hostel, guests should plan for any time after 15:00 on the day of their scheduled arrival.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at Cowgate Tourist Hostel?

    For the best chance to save money on your Cowgate Tourist Hostel reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest (₹ 5,471).

  • In what area of Edinburgh is Cowgate Tourist Hostel located?

    Cowgate Tourist Hostel is located within the Old Town area of Edinburgh. Utilise the map on this page to understand where Cowgate Tourist Hostel is in relation to the rest of Edinburgh.

  • What is the cheapest day to check into Cowgate Tourist Hostel?

    Consider checking into Cowgate Tourist Hostel on Friday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of ₹ 4,108).

  • How far is Cowgate Tourist Hostel from National Museum of Scotland?

    Cowgate Tourist Hostel is a good place to stay to see National Museum of Scotland. It’s 0.2 km away.

  • Is Cowgate Tourist Hostel close to Greyfriars Kirk?

    The distance from Cowgate Tourist Hostel to Greyfriars Kirk is 0.2 km.

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