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Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel in Edinburgh with a 24-hour front desk

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Located near Royal Mile, Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel offers a convenient stay with laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Enjoy the perks of tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage while exploring St. Giles' Cathedral and Princes Street.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is 2.005.144 ₫
2.406.173 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Map
65 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1BU

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Giles' Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Princes Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grassmarket - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Albanach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grand Cafe at the Scotsman - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gordon's Trattoria - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Hostel near Royal Mile
A short walk from Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and ovens
  • 30-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Toasters, stovetops and freezers

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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 transport

  • No on-site parking available

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 detached shared bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • 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

Pets not 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.
Cots (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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Edinburgh
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

As of 16 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel on 17 Nov 2025 start from 2.005.144 ₫, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this hostel is steps away from City Art Centre and Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) and Edinburgh Waverley Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 168 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome ver close it everything
Stayed 1 night in Oct 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

Keats

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

10/10 Excellent

Naser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

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

8/10 Good

brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was in a good location and the room was clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Right off of the main walking path from train station to the Royal Mile, so extremely convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

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!

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

4/10 Poor

Terry

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Start with the good: Quick and easy check in. Comfy bed. Good location. The bad: Shower utterly useless, either ran scolding hot or freezing cold. The bathroom in general was very shabby. Dirty floor tiles, bath panel coming away and the shelf above to sink wasn't even screwed down. The room was very dark with what appeared to be water damage to the ceiling and the pictures on the wall. The room was also boiling with only a small fan in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina Palomer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were amazed with the room and the apartment-like that we stayed in. Everything looked new, it was very clean and very silent. We stayed in a twin room and would definitely book it again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

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

Helle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really nice for a hostel.

The location was great, close to the train and right in the middle of a very popular area of town. It felt very safe. The room was incredibly quiet at night. The place is very worn down though.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathrooms are on a separate floor depending on which room you get. Even if you book your own room, it’s still a room that was meant to have multiple people using a shared bathroom and shower on a different floor (unless lucky enough to have it within 5 minutes walk). They moved my 3 bed room to a 4 bed room and didn’t say why. I can only imagine how nice it would have been if the first room was not a 5-8 minute walk to the bathroom in the middle of the night. Also, if you stay during the Fringe in August, cleanup starts at 6:30am and goes until at least 9:30am. This includes large metal sounds and the sounds of hundreds of glass bottles being dumped into a metal bin. For hours. In the morning. Think hard about that. I could hear it through my ear plugs. Would only recommend this place if you can’t afford anywhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

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

Very pleasant

Very nice room with double bed, beautiful view from the window, the staff very helpful and kind, and everything else. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

MALCOLM

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

Friday stay

Cheap and cheerful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Thanks.

The Hostel met our needs, room is small but we were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Good

Excellent location it is in the heart of Edinburgh city centre. The room is a bit small but the share toliet is large and clean. A good experience to stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasantly surprised. We had a private room and a shared bathroom but had tons of privacy, felt like it was just us. The location is perfect and the facilities are very clean. The staff of very friendly and there are a few deals for restaurants and pubs that are offered. Definitely would return and recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Isaac

Liked: Staff & service

Private bed shared loo & kitchen

I was in their flat on the royal mile, i had a private bedroom with shared kitchen and bathroom facilities, given its slap bang city centre you could do much worse.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

sunny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sensational location! I could not have been more satisfied. You walk out onto the most photographed street in Edinburgh, the Royal mile and walking distance to the newer " city" and the gardens. Excellent room with convenient access to common area. Kitchen well stocked Great value- for the convenience alone.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Claus

Liked: Staff & service

Stay was ok..very basic

Very basic. Very rocky bunk bed (booked as double bed) and could not open the window. So with a 3 night stay the air get quite stale. You have to be hit with dwarfism to stand under the shower and you have to be quick otherwise you get scolding hot water or ice cold.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Could not get over how clean everything was. Felt so comfortable and safe
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness
Good value for money given the very central location and it was clean enough. I wouldn’t have wanted to stay any longer because it was so noisy. We could hear everything from the street below all night long. Also a few security concerns given the key used to unlock the main shared door is the same key that opens the key to your bedroom. Theoretically anyone staying there has access to your room with their key.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025