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A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a bar counter with a coffee machine, and hanging light fixtures.

1. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre

Joshua

₹11,831 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A spiral staircase with a copper handrail and black steps, leading to a lower level with a checkered floor.

2. Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh City Centre

Alan

₹10,291 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A spiral staircase with a handrail and balusters.

3. Argyle Backpackers

Edinburgh

Megan

₹7,237 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

Edinburgh City Centre

Paula

₹9,612 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a red carpet, and a reception desk.

5. a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

Edinburgh City Centre

Mansi

₹14,311 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A meal on a wooden table with a newspaper underneath, set outdoors with wooden chairs and red umbrellas.

6. Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

Edinburgh City Centre

Julia

₹6,358 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a window, and a view of a building outside.

7. Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Edinburgh

Chirag

₹9,235 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A narrow waterway flanked by historic stone buildings with traditional architecture, including timber framing and steeply pitched roofs.

8. St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel

Edinburgh City Centre

Maftuna

₹11,815 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A corridor with a vintage train-themed wall, a glass display case with plants, and a wooden bench.

9. Belford Hostel

West End

Logan

₹9,454 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A building with a sign that reads "BURGERS DRINKS".

10. St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

Edinburgh City Centre

"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."

Steve

₹15,816 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A building with two illuminated entrances, one with a 'R' sign and another with a 'P' sign, suggesting restrooms.

11. Revolver Edinburgh

West End

Frederique

₹4,138 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A bar area with a digital screen displaying "REVOLVER," a glass display case with pastries and drinks, and a bar counter with a cash register.

12. Revolver Glasgow

City Centre Glasgow

Princess

₹6,377 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A building with a sign indicating the restaurant is open until late.

13. YHA Berwick - Hostel

Berwick-upon-Tweed

William

₹6,157 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A stone building with arched windows and a red door, surrounded by a grassy area and a metal fence.

14. Stirling Youth Hostel

Stirling

Karen

₹7,225 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A wooden staircase with ornate railings and a hanging lantern.

15. Glasgow Youth Hostel

Glasgow Westend

Kentaro

₹6,729 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Top Edinburgh and Lothian Hotel Reviews

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"Really great experience. Excellent location."

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

8/10 Good

"We stayed in Edinburgh for 3 nights and the Mount Royal was great. The room was nice, bathroom was a little small but manageable (shower is not fully enclosed so water will go out onto the floor). It was nice to have the bar and restaurant on site. The service at the reception desk and the bar were great. The location is nice and central to old and new town, Dean Village is even only a 20min walk away."

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

10/10 Excellent

"My fiancé and I stayed here for the week leading up to our wedding, and we absolutely loved it. The biggest selling point of this hotel is its location. Being able to walk straight out onto Cockburn Street was incredibly convenient, and we were within walking distance of so many shops, restaurants, pubs, and bars. It made exploring Edinburgh's Old Town effortless, and we rarely needed to worry about transportation. We didn't travel by car, but I could see parking potentially being an issue for those who do. However, the hotel is directly across from Waverley Station, which made getting around by train incredibly easy and convenient. The room itself was clean and comfortable, with a standard amount of space comparable to what you'd expect from a hotel room in Canada. We had quite a bit of luggage with us for the week, but there was still room for the two of us to settle in comfortably. One particularly great perk was the luggage storage. We arrived in the city around 10 a.m., and the hotel had a large, secure, locked luggage storage room where we could leave our bags until our room was ready. This allowed us to head out and enjoy the day without worrying about our luggage. Overall, we had a fantastic stay. While the rooms are fairly standard, the location is what truly sets this hotel apart. If you want to stay right in the heart of Edinburgh and have the city's sights, shops, and nightlife right at your doorstep, this is an excellent choice!"

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1. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

2. Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

3. Argyle Backpackers

4. Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

5. a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

6. Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

7. Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

8. St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel

9. Belford Hostel

10. St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

11. Revolver Edinburgh

12. Revolver Glasgow

13. YHA Berwick - Hostel

14. Stirling Youth Hostel

15. Glasgow Youth Hostel

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CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

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Our top choices for Edinburgh and Lothian hostels

1. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

2. Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

3. Argyle Backpackers

4. Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

5. a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

6. Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

7. Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

8. St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel

9. Belford Hostel

10. St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

11. Revolver Edinburgh

12. Revolver Glasgow

13. YHA Berwick - Hostel

14. Stirling Youth Hostel

15. Glasgow Youth Hostel

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