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Popular hostels in Edinburgh

Discover well-known properties in Edinburgh that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,240 hotels in Edinburgh and price data was last updated on 13 September 2025. The average price for a hotel in Edinburgh is ₹ 7,880/night.
These hostels are among the most popular properties in the Edinburgh area. If you're not finding the hostel you're looking for and have flexibility with dates, try adjusting the search form at the top of the page for more options.
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2 West Port, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Adults-only hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop Along with a bar/lounge, this smoke-free hostel has a snack bar/deli and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and a computer station are onsite. Housekeeping is available once per stay. Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel offers 25 accommodations. This Edinburgh hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
4671 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
₹ 14,656
50 Rose Street North Lane, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Capsule hotel in Edinburgh, a quick walk to Princes Street Gardens This smoke-free capsule hotel features a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and express check-in. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, express check-out, a TV in a common area, and a front-desk safe are onsite. Housekeeping is not available. CoDE Pod – The LoFT - Edinburgh offers 6 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
2649 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
₹ 17,481
28 Gilmore Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Situated in the city center, this welcoming apartment brings all of Edinburgh within your reach. Your feet will make short work of the 5-minute walk to The Meadows or the 12-minute walk to Grassmarket. If you're looking to expand your horizons and see other nearby locales, you can catch a train at Edinburgh Haymarket Station, a short 14-minute walk away. For your convenience, there's a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and cookware. Connect to the free WiFi, or get cozy in front of the TV. Bathroom amenities include towels and toilet paper.
Free Wi-Fi
5.1
Okay
386 reviews
Location
1.3 km from city centre
₹ 13,067

Travel insights for hostels in Edinburgh

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Edinburgh including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Edinburgh is October (₹ 359,191). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Edinburgh is June (₹ 1,628,245).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Edinburgh is Wednesday (₹ 311,836). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 1,195,431.

How much is a hostel in Edinburgh tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Edinburgh tonight starting as low as ₹ 1,829, rising to an average cost of ₹ 11,369, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from ₹ 2,228 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 ₹ 3,442/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as ₹ 4,135/night. For a 4-star hostel in Edinburgh, the cheapest rate recently found was ₹ 3,438/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Edinburgh?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 3 days before your trip to Edinburgh. The lowest price found when booking 3 days ahead was ₹ 6,357 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Edinburgh, Scotland

Discover affordable stays in Edinburgh that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Edinburgh can be found for as low as ₹ 3,002 per night. There is currently one property in Edinburgh that can be booked for this price. Edinburgh West Side Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 13 September 2025
These Edinburgh properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
479 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 3,002
Avg. per night
94 -116 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 3,313
Avg. per night
105 High Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,796
Avg. per night
3-5 Amphion Lane (Murano Place), Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 5,650
Avg. per night
14 Argyle Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 7,151
Avg. per night
9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 8,652
Avg. per night
65 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 8,741
Avg. per night
5/3 West Register Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 9,182
Avg. per night
15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 9,359
Avg. per night
37-39 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 9,447
Avg. per night
6-8 Douglas Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 9,447
Avg. per night
5/2 West Register Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 10,506
Avg. per night
50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 10,725
Avg. per night
9-13 Market Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 11,124
Avg. per night
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 11,218
Avg. per night
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2.0 km from city centre
₹ 11,389
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Edinburgh

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Edinburgh to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Edinburgh at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 13 September 2025.
Some of the best options for booking a hostel in Edinburgh categorized by hostel class. We've also highlighted the most popular hostels and best value within each hostel class.
4 stars +
37-39 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
₹ 9,447
3 stars
5/2 West Register Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
₹ 10,506
2 stars and under
2 West Port, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
₹ 14,656
50 Rose Street North Lane, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
₹ 17,481
15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
₹ 9,359
94 -116 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
₹ 3,313
9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
₹ 8,652

Other accommodations in Edinburgh

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in Edinburgh.
3 James Court 493 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 26,134
Avg. per night
Edinburgh Business Park 6 Lochside View, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
7.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 10,174
Avg. per night
34 Bread Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 18,097
Avg. per night
6 Market Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 19,537
Avg. per night
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 11,218
Avg. per night
7 Mayfield Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 24,103
Avg. per night
425 Queensferry Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
5.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 11,213
Avg. per night
10 Young Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 17,090
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Edinburgh

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Edinburgh to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 13 September 2025.
Use the map to find hostels in Edinburgh that are close to the points of interest you'll be frequenting. Clicking a property's name will unlock more information and allow you to book that particular hostel.

Facts about staying in Edinburgh

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Edinburgh to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 13 September 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Edinburgh?

    Hostels in Edinburgh will cost ₹ 7,880 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 1,630 per night. A good deal on a Edinburgh hostel would be ₹ 3,600 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in August may be more expensive, whereas booking in February is the cheapest month of the year.

  • What’s the best hostel in Edinburgh?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Edinburgh, Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only is currently the best, based on 2,039 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.8/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    Code Pod - The Loft - Edinburgh is 10.8 km away from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, making it the closest Edinburgh hostel to the city’s most popular 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. 28% 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 a&o Edinburgh City - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Edinburgh closest to Princes Street?

    Code Pod - The Loft - Edinburgh happens to be the most popular Edinburgh hostel near Princes Street among our users. The Code Pod - The Loft - Edinburgh has a current rating of 8.4 from 2,649 HotelsCombined travellers. Princes Street is also conveniently located just 0.1 km from this hostel.

  • 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.

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