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Edinburgh College Residence

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Hostel near Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh

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A modern room with a black leather sofa, large windows offering a city view, and a small table with a potted plant.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and large windows offering a city view.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and a small dining area with a chair.
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a white coffee table, and large windows offering a view of a cityscape.
A modern multi-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a symmetrical facade.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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348 W Granton Rd, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH5 1QE
  • Place, Ainslie Park Leisure Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Silverknowes Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Inverleith Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern living room with two black leather sofas, one with a purple pillow and the other with a green pillow. A dining table with chairs is in the background, and a kitchen area is visible to the left.

Standard Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

Standard Studio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

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What's nearby

  • Vanloq Community Stadium - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Ainslie Park Leisure Centre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Silverknowes Golf Course - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Craigleith Retail Park - 6 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Inverleith Park - 6 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Newhaven Station - 7 min drive
  • Slateford Station - 12 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cove - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Edinburgh College Residence

Hostel near Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh
Edinburgh College Residence offers its guests laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Edinburgh hostel is smoke free.

  • 103 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
Edinburgh College Residence offers 103 accommodations. This Edinburgh hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered weekly and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 17 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Edinburgh College Edinburgh
Edinburgh College Residence Edinburgh
Edinburgh College Residence Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Edinburgh College Residence to the airport?

Edinburgh College Residence is 8 mi (35-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Edinburgh College Residence have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Edinburgh College Residence.

How close is Edinburgh College Residence to the beach?

This hostel is 5.3 mi (28-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 17.2 mi (51-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Edinburgh College Residence offer free breakfast?

Edinburgh College Residence does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Edinburgh College Residence?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Edinburgh College Residence?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Edinburgh College Residence?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Edinburgh College Residence have a pool?

Edinburgh College Residence does not have a pool.

Does Edinburgh College Residence have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Edinburgh College Residence to downtown Edinburgh?

Edinburgh College Residence is 2.7 mi away from Edinburgh.

Edinburgh College Residence Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 102 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its an ok place to stay and the price is good .you get a on suit in room and a comunal kitchen and lounge with all you need to make food .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bedroom was perfect for what me and my sister wanted. It was nice and safe and very close to all amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room (not fully) | Great Staff | Nice Kitchen | very close Parking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
They provide no toiletries and also someone tried to open the door when I shouted who's this they somehow ran away bcz I opened the door to see. I didn't make a fuss of it bcz I was on my job but I'll avoid staying there next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Welcoming staff and great value for money. Easy regular transport links to city centre. No complaints based on the price oft he stays.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've appreciate the organisation, the kindness and the social space of that place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not be fooled, this is, AT BEST, a lower tier hostel accommodation. It is extremely affordable, but you will end up paying for that in travel costs to and from the city, airport, port, etc. there is no tram service nearby. Additionally, the room was much smaller than it appeared in the photos, and the bed was not large enough for 2 adults to sleep comfortably. The staff was extremely kind and were the bright spot of experience. If you are looking for bare minimum and the cheapest possible accommodation than this will suit you fine. But if you have the budget and/or are interested in exploring the city by foot and want to be near any of the sights, I would look for alternatives.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an excellent stay. If I ll be visiting again then I ll definitely stay here again. Quite clean and well maintained. Staff is super friendly. The best part? The bus stand is exactly outside the residence which takes you straight to city center.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is fully a dorm room. It’s serviceable for a quick stay, but it didn’t smell the freshest. The staff was extremely kind and it felt safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bare-bones and basic but clean and afforable. The access to a shared kitchen is great. The wifi is strong, the rooms are exactly what you would expect from a dorm. The staff were kind and friendly. Good access to the buses and to the grocery store nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good connections to Edinburgh if you are not staying in the room, it is cheap.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Ok basic Clean easy access
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a calm and clean place with basic amenities. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Good Find

Basic, spotless accommodation with Morrison next to you for cheap parking and any provisions. Stayed for a concert during Edinburghs busy time (when it’s it not) however prices for hotels are normally hiked up! But we managed to get it at a decent rate.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Value for the money

Value for the money. Very convenient to the seashore and several bus routes to the city center and signposts. The only complaint would be the small size of the bed for 2 persons and very soft pillows (only 1 for each person)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

A nice stay

Actually a very nice stay. The room was comfortable and we had access to a shared kitchen and common room. It was better than we were expecting. The staff were friendly and helpful. It is next to a Morrisons supermarket with a good cafe (Scottish breakfast is very nice). The bus stop outside gets you into the city centre in around 20 mins. It was exceptional value during the fringe!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Stay was fine, as would be expected of student accommodation. Shower was not great. Hairs in the bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The college is extremely well run,clean &tidy as are the rooms.Staff are very helpfull and on the ball..Transport to the city is 2mins from front of college,every 15mins..beds are cumfie guaranteed good night sleep..
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is clean and provides the basics. It is not a hotel but is a college residence used in the summer for others to stay. The residence has several bus stops just a few steps out the door that will take you to the town centre and airport and numerous other areas. There is also a grocery store close by. The beds are small so if it says two can stay … it would be difficult for two people to sleep in the one bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
i do not know the room was so warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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4/10 Poor

hard to locate.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I suggest few tea bags, cpffee sachets/capsules should be kept in the kitchen area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Basic but bearable

Basic accommodation which is aimed for students. Room was very basic but adequately clean. Small double bed. Communal kitchen wasn't clean. All doors tended to slam closed which was noisy. On the upside, it's cheap and the shower worked fine
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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