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Containers Hostel Edinburgh

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, a quick walk to Murrayfield Stadium

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi
Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi
Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

In-room safe
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
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About the area

Map
357 Gorgie Rd, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH11 2RP

Getting around

  • Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop - 14 min walk
  • Slateford Station - 15 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 21 min drive

About this property

Containers Hostel Edinburgh

Hostel near Murrayfield Stadium
Located close to Tynecastle Stadium and Edinburgh Zoo, Containers Hostel Edinburgh provides a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Tour/ticket information, a front desk safe and concierge services
  • Luggage storage and barbecues
Room features
All guestrooms at Containers Hostel Edinburgh feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers and free toiletries

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: GBP 10.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Containers Hostel Edinburgh
Containers Hostel
Containers Edinburgh
Containers Hostel Edinburgh, Scotland
Containers Hostel Edinburgh Edinburgh
Containers Hostel Edinburgh Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Containers Hostel Edinburgh pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Containers Hostel Edinburgh?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Containers Hostel Edinburgh?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Containers Hostel Edinburgh?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Containers Hostel Edinburgh located?

Located in Gorgie, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Murrayfield Stadium and Tynecastle Stadium. Edinburgh Zoo and Edinburgh Castle are also within 3 mi (5 km). Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop is 14 minutes by foot and Balgreen Tram Stop is 14 minutes.

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Containers Hostel Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 30 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Es un concepto diferente y bastante interesante, pero a nivel de limpieza si queda debiendo, la primera impresión que uno se lleva no es la mejor.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

ST, Toronto

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It's a unique concept but wish the property was more well cared for and that they don't cram that many people in the space. It feels a bit like a slum. Twelve people, six bunk beds are a lot for such a tight space. The room smells. And bathroom + kitchen + common space get so overused that it seems to be always dirty
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely love this property, the vibes are amazing. Everytime I come to Edinburgh I stay here, I can relax and just bring things down love them
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Sam

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cheap and does the job

Was cheap and decent, staff seemed a little clueless at times but comfortable standard hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Chris

Great place to stay during the fringe

By far the cheapest place to stay in Edinburgh during the fringe! Obviously it’s not the most luxurious place in the world but it was a friendly atmosphere and the facilities were perfectly fine. Free parking in Edinburgh was also a big bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

2/10 Terrible

gilles, marseille

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel décevant, loin du centre

Nous ne sommes pas restés à l'hôtel au vue des locaux dont l'état de propreté ne correspondait pas à nos critères. Le personnel était très accueillant et n'a posé aucune condition sur le fait que nous ne restions pas sur place. Hotel conseillé aux jeunes ou routards endurcis sans aucun jugement. Petit conseil au propriétaire, il pourrait peut être investir dans une tonnelle un peu plus grande et conséquente pour la cour intérieure commune. Dans un pays pluvieux ou le réconfort est sans doute, dans un hôtel un lieu ou on peut se protéger de la pluie. PS : Le bureau de réception est à l'abri, les clients sous la pluie pour l'enregistrement !!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Does a good job for the Fringe

Cheap, easy and great for the fringe. Really nice staff. It is out of the city so you have to get a cab or bus but that was fine
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Cheap and Cheerful

Nice friendly staff not too far from city centre good value for money .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Worth to TRY.

It is new kind of backpacking experience, but defo worth to try. Place is nice, staff is very helpful and everything is OK. Highly reccomend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Best experience of my life

The outside of the hostel looks a wee bit sketchy. Once inside your perception will change. The people and staff were very welcoming. Containers hostel was quite the experience. Many could say it is a hidden gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

Worst hotel

Worst worst worst. Only drinkers and smokers. Strongly not recommended for family
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

mia, sweden, oskarshamn

Good, becouse the crew was nice

The most things was good. I like the town, fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mal eine etwas andere Art unterzukommen aber definitiv lohnenswert, wenn man wenig budget hat und Leute kennenlernen will
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

younghyun

Liked: Cleanliness
이름대로 정말 컨테이너 안에 있는 2층침대에서 자는 숙소입니다. 그리고 결제가 호텔스닷컴이 아닌 현장에서 이뤄지므로 알아두셔야 할 것 같아요. 생각보다 깨끗한 편이긴 한데... 씻는것도 화장실도 전부 컨테이너에서 해야 합니다. 뜨거운물이 안나오는 부스도 있구요 그냥 하루 자긴 괜찮습니다
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

rebecca, carlisle

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

Lovely place, lovely staff

i booked the hostel for me and my partner to go see the fringe, we wanted something a bit different, thought it would make for good photos. would recommend, the staff were really lovely
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

pretty well self contained

pretty good. clean dorms. nice vibe. it is a bit rough n ready but it's shipping containers! nice atmosphere too. events most nights so good social. chill out zone, indoors and out and gaming consoles for some old school Mario kart action
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kris, Aberdeen

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

Great chill hostel with friendly staff

Stayed only a night at the hostel with a group of friends before an early morning flight. Very welcoming with everyone being friendly and respectful of each other. Definitely recommend to anyone looking for a chat or a hang out with some nice people while visiting the city. It not be the most beautiful place on the outside but once you enter the hostel it's like a mini community and you can forget that you are in the middle of the city.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Very pleasant stay

Was a pretty nice stay no issues at all, room and other areas all clean, little bit basic but exactly what you expect lovely staff and other guests, but be pre warned if you want peaceful and quiet early nights then this may not be the pace for you, Overall was a very nice time thanks

2/10 Terrible

A, NZ

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Minute of despiration

It is exactly what it sounds like - a number of containers crammed with as many bunk beds as could fit. RIckety, dirty and not very comfortable. It is made slightly better with relentless drinking and socialising that is done during the day and well into the night, as the owner operator is a very welcoming host. Otherwise, the linen is dirty, no towels, bathrooms are scary after the night before.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Container Dorf

+ nettes Personal und herzlicher Empfang + bequeme Betten und frische Bettwäsche zum selber überziehen + perfekt, wenn man neue Leute kennenlernen will + Bus ins Zentrum in wenigen Gehminuten erreichbar + Aldi ums Eck zum günstigen einkaufen - in den duschen ist es sehr kalt, aber damit muss man in einem Container fast rechnen - es macht viel Lärm, wenn die anderen Leute in den Schlafsaal kommen - natürlich gibt es welche die nehmen mehr Rücksicht! - wenn richtig gefeiert wird ist es recht laut

10/10 Excellent

John Rufus, Felton

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

Edinburgh

Great place but hard to find