What is the cost of a hostel in Edinburgh?

Edinburgh hostels are S$ 152/night, on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. In November is often the cheapest month to book, and in December is the most expensive month to book a hostel in Edinburgh. Our users recently found hostels for S$ 21/night - which is currently the lowest price. Keep in mind that we would consider anything in Edinburgh for S$ 59/night or less a good deal.

What’s the best hostel in Edinburgh?

Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Edinburgh is Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only. 2,104 users from HotelsCombined gave the Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only a 8.8/10 rating.

What hostel is closest to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

It is 10.8 km to get from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Code Pod - The Loft - Edinburgh (the nearest Edinburgh hostel to the airport).

What area of Edinburgh is most popular to stay in?

Old Town is the most popular area of Edinburgh to stay in. In the past year, 24% of HotelsCombined users looking for Edinburgh hostels searched within Old Town. Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel is a popular hostel in Old Town if you choose to stay in the area.

What is the most popular hostel in Edinburgh closest to Edinburgh Waverley Station?

If you’re looking for a hostel near Edinburgh Waverley Station while in Edinburgh, then opt for the popular St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Original with a 7.4/10 review score from 3,489 users. The distance from Edinburgh Waverley Station to St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Original is 0.1 km.

Should I stay in a Edinburgh hostel?

Hostels in Edinburgh tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Edinburgh hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

Does Edinburgh have hostels with “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity?

Yes, Edinburgh has 8 hostels with “Wi-Fi” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel is the most popular Edinburgh hostel with this amenity.

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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 November (S$ 54). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Edinburgh is August (S$ 382).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Edinburgh is Wednesday (S$ 54). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is S$ 120.

How much is a hostel in Edinburgh tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Edinburgh tonight starting as low as S$ 31, rising to an average cost of S$ 236, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from S$ 54 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 S$ 30/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as S$ 30/night. For a 4-star hostel in Edinburgh, the cheapest rate recently found was S$ 49/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Edinburgh?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 5 days before your trip to Edinburgh. The lowest price found when booking 5 days ahead was S$ 91 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Edinburgh, Scotland

These are the lowest prices we've found on hostels in Edinburgh at the moment. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.

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Edinburgh West Side Hostel

479 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

4.0 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

S$ 44

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Hostels in Edinburgh

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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 November (S$ 54). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Edinburgh is August (S$ 382).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Edinburgh is Wednesday (S$ 54). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is S$ 120.

How much is a hostel in Edinburgh tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Edinburgh tonight starting as low as S$ 31, rising to an average cost of S$ 236, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from S$ 54 for a 4-star hostel in Edinburgh for tonight.

How much is a Edinburgh hostel room this weekend?

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Edinburgh?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 5 days before your trip to Edinburgh. The lowest price found when booking 5 days ahead was S$ 91 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Edinburgh, Scotland

These are the lowest prices we've found on hostels in Edinburgh at the moment. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.

Hostel prices in Edinburgh

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Where to stay in Edinburgh

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Facts about staying in Edinburgh

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