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Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel near Royal Mile

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Interior
Basic Twin Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property entrance
Basic Double Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | Bathroom | Towels

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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65 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1BU
  • Royal Mile
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • University of Edinburgh
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh stay.A stay at this Old Town Edinburgh hostel places you steps from Royal Mile and a 5-minute walk from Princes Street. Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princes Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grassmarket - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

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

  • ‪Bella Italia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brewhemia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grand Cafe at the Scotsman - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Albanach - ‬1 min walk
  • Whiski Bar & Restaurant

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.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). 30-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

  • 30-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 detached shared bathrooms
  • Towels provided

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 at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

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

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.

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 (20-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.4 mi (38-min drive) from Seton Sands. 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

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 155 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a private room with bunk beds, it shared a bathroom and kitchen with one other private room. The bathroom and kitchen had new flooring and appliances. The shower pressure was great and no problems with heat. There was even a towel warmer in the bathroom. The ruins were in an old stone building with stone steps at the entrance then normal steps after that. The hostel is in two buildings on the royal mile with tons of shops and a short walk to everything. The receptionists are super friendly and give great advice on where to tour. They also have laundry service for 10 pounds. We had a fantastic time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Terri

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice hostel at the heart of Edinburgh

When people think of hostels they think of sharing with a group of strangers which no-one is sure they will get on with. They also shy away from the idea of the need to share a bathroom and toilet with others. However, our experience in this hostel was very pleasing as they also offered private bedrooms and the added extra of using a well equipped kitchen. The bathroom and toilets were very well maintaned in regards to cleanliness and good standard units, which made the sharing option easy to accept. Worthwile checking out this lovely hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location & simple accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

DEREK

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and cheap 👌
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
So the location is fantastic being a couple of blocks from everything - the main train station, Edinburgh castle, and right on the royal mile. All of the private rooms are in a separate building without any communal facilities, which was a drag. Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean, well organized. Lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We needed a stay for one night in Edinburgh and it was perfect! We had a private room, which was spacious and the bed was very comfy! The amenities were updated and very nice. We shared a bathroom and kitchen with another private room. It was in the center of a lot of great spots. Good bars nearby and great shopping. Would definitely go back if we stay in Edinburgh again!

10/10 Excellent

Jessika

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Lee

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and cozy private room in the center of Edinburgh
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kate

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It suited our purpose for being in Edinburgh, in as much as we just needed a bed. It was clean, had hot showers and comfy beds, but the towels were small and well worn The carpets too were rather worn and grubby looking. Would stay again though, as we were not expecting luxury.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Keats

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wicked great spot definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Melih Can

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its cozy place to stay. Close to most of the places to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
In the heart of the city and walking distance to everything. I was absolutely thrilled. It is an older building, so it makes noise. Think of it as charm. Because it is in the middle of the city there is street noise. Just bring ear plugs. Would 100% book with them again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Safiyah

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I enjoyed our private room on the top floor, it was quiet, peaceful and very spacious. We did not enjoy the poor water pressure and extreme temperatures of the showers. Additionally, the bathrooms could've been cleaned more often by the cleaning staff. Some of the staff were extremely friendly and helpful, some were rude and obviously did not feel called to service and being helpful. Phenomenal location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie, Oakland

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We reserved private rooms in two different buildings. First one was a spacious twin bed en suite room down the block from the main hostel. It had tea/coffee making stuff, eating area and over stuffed chair. On the ground floor right inside the street entrance. Quiet. Second room on the1st floor further down the street was a just a bit wider than the bunk beds. Shared bathroom with one other room was right across a tiny hallway from our door. We used the communal kitchen to make coffee and heat food. WiFi worked well. Also quiet here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Leslie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy, private stay at hostel

Stayed twice at beginning and end of Scotland tour. First stay we had a private room in a separate building from the main hostel. The ground floor twin bed room was quite roomy and had a bathroom and tea kettle. The 2nd stay was also a private room (quite narrow with bunk beds) & a small table & chairs) on the 1st floor in another building with a shared bathroom, accessed just outside our door.. We shared the bathroom with one other room. Location of both were ideal, within walking distance to everything, including the Airlink drop-off/pick-up spot. Considering the rooms cost significantly less than other hotels, would definitely stay again.
1st night room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024