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16 Oct - 18 Oct
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13 Nov - 15 Nov

Our top choices for St. Andrews hostels

A narrow corridor with a textured wall and multiple windows with metal bars.

1. Dundee Backpackers Hostel

Dundee Backpackers Hostel
1.0 star property
Dundee
8.8 out of 10, 33, (33 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay at Dundee backpackers hostel.The room was clean,the staff were friendly and helpful.The location is ideally situated in the town centre although I think the £161.00 price for 2 nights a little steep.There are informal signs about the history of the building which I found very interesting Recommended"
United Kingdom
Stuart
The price is 2.025.241 ₫
2.430.289 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Dundee Backpackers Hostel
A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a bar counter with a coffee machine, and hanging light fixtures.

2. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
9.4 out of 10, 1280, (1,280 reviews)
"Great location, great staff"
United States
Aliasghar
The price is 4.167.704 ₫
5.251.307 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
A spiral staircase with a copper handrail and black steps, leading to a lower level with a checkered floor.

3. Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.8 out of 10, 216, (216 reviews)
"Knowledgeable and helpful staff, great location, our private room had sofa as well as the twin bed so great for relaxing in."
United Kingdom
Emma
The price is 2.403.552 ₫
3.028.475 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
A restaurant with wooden tables and blue chairs, a blue booth seating area, and a brick wall with a mural.

4. Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.6 out of 10, 285, (285 reviews)
"Great location ! "
United States
Paula
The price is 4.152.669 ₫
5.232.026 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
A bar area with stools, shelves of bottles, and a patterned wall.

5. Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
5.0 star property
Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, 238, (238 reviews)
"Had a great stay"
United Kingdom
Chirag
The price is 3.544.246 ₫
4.253.165 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a red carpet, and a reception desk.

6. a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, 1001, (1,001 reviews)
"The hostel is close to royal miles one of the tourist attractions in Edinburgh. Definitely worth it for solo traveler"
Canada
Kamel Ibrahim
The price is 3.420.890 ₫
4.310.272 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
A meal on a wooden table with a newspaper underneath, set outdoors with wooden chairs and red umbrellas.

7. Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, 221, (221 reviews)
"Great staff, Loved Adam at the bar!"
United States
Keira
The price is 3.027.552 ₫
3.814.694 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
A spiral staircase with a handrail and balusters.

8. Argyle Backpackers

Argyle Backpackers
4.0 star property
Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, 384, (384 reviews)
"Friendly, felt safe, nice location"
United States
Ryland
The price is 1.803.993 ₫
2.273.032 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Argyle Backpackers
A narrow waterway flanked by historic stone buildings with traditional architecture, including timber framing and steeply pitched roofs.

9. St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel

St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
3.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
7.8 out of 10, 394, (394 reviews)
"The location of inn was perfect, breakfast if very delicious,"
United Kingdom
Maftuna
The price is 4.202.447 ₫
5.294.985 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
A corridor with a vintage train-themed wall, a glass display case with plants, and a wooden bench.

10. Belford Hostel

Belford Hostel
2.0 star property
West End
8.0 out of 10, 49, (49 reviews)
"Very nice people, easy going with rooms! Stayed for only one night, accessible to downtown"
United States
Logan
The price is 1.854.600 ₫
2.336.796 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Belford Hostel
A building with two illuminated entrances, one with a 'R' sign and another with a 'P' sign, suggesting restrooms.

11. Revolver Edinburgh

Revolver Edinburgh
2.0 star property
West End
6.6 out of 10, 52, (52 reviews)
"Super friendly and nice staff"
Spain
Gema
The price is 1.319.713 ₫
1.662.839 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Revolver Edinburgh
A building with a sign that reads "BURGERS DRINKS".

12. St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, 188, (188 reviews)
"The place to use as your base whilst in this beautiful City. Close to everything, The Old Town,Royal Mile ,Castle,then across Waverley Bridge to Princes Street .Absolute must if your on a budget,and are planning to be our every day. 4 bed dorm,clean ,shower,toilet facilities. When you check out ,storage for your luggage if like me your train is leaving in the afternoon. 2nd time using here...will always use here. Christmas next I think."
United Kingdom
Steve
The price is 9.633.067 ₫
12.137.760 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
A campus with modern and historic buildings, a central courtyard, and a mountainous backdrop.

13. Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation
3.0 star property
Southside
8.6 out of 10, 1007, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice quiet place very clean and tidy very nice gardens and sightseeing, would recommend this stay as excellent the staff were very helpful"
United Kingdom
Valerie
The price is 209.351.984 ₫
263.783.499 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation
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Top St. Andrews Hotel Reviews

5Pilmourplace

5Pilmourplace

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and comfortable room. Was not terribly big but did not expect that in such and old building. Our one complaint was the shower. It was very small (again, not unexpected), but the problem was regulating the temperature. It seemed like it was either ice cold or scalding hot - nothing in between. It may have had something to do with the fact that we were taking a shower in the morning at, likely, the same time everyone else was. The breakfast was excellent and the chef, Fiona, along with her staff were as pleasant and helpful as could be. Despite the shower, I would not hesitate to stay here again and would recommend it highly. The location, about 100 yards from The Old Course, could not have been better."
Robert 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
5Pilmourplace

Find out more about St. Andrews

St. Andrews Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,229
Accommodation
3 Hostels
Lowest Price
1.662.839 ₫
Highest Price
263.783.499 ₫

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in St. Andrews?
By going with a hostel, you can reduce your spending on accommodations and save more of your trip funds for going out during your trip. You can check out the historic sites and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in St. Andrews?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for St. Andrews is 812 mm.
What is there to see and do in St. Andrews?
Depending on what interests you, you might like to explore these things around St. Andrews. Get out into nature with places such as West Sands, Craigtoun Country Park and The Fife Coastal Path. Cultural attractions include British Golf Museum, St. Andrews Preservation Trust Museum and Garden and V&A Dundee. Visit landmarks such as Swilken Bridge, Hill of Tarvit Mansion and Barry Mill.
What's the best way to get to and around St. Andrews while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around St. Andrews on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Dundee (DND), located 12 mi (19.3 km) away from the city centre. Another option is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), situated 34.9 mi (56.1 km) away. Once you've arrived, you may want to use public transport during your trip. If you're eager to explore more of the surrounding area, make your way to Leuchars Station to hop on a train.