Edinburgh College Residence

Hostel in Edinburgh

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Standard Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Edinburgh College Residence in Pilton provides a quiet retreat from the city's bustle. Guests can handle laundry needs on-site without interrupting their travels and enjoy free in-room WiFi to stay connected with family or plan the next day's adventures.

Popular amenities

Laundry
Free WiFi

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 7 - Oct 8

Tomorrow

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Private bathroom

Shared/communal kitchen

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Oven

Stovetop

Desk

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Standard Studio

Highlights

Kitchenette

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Private bathroom

Oven

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Stovetop

Desk

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

About the area

Pilton, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, is home to Edinburgh College Residence. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit George Street and Princes Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.

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348 W Granton Rd, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH5 1QE

What's nearby

Murrayfield Stadium - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
Princes Street - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
Edinburgh Castle - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
Edinburgh Zoo - 9 min drive - 5.5 km
Royal Mile - 9 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

Newhaven Station - 7 min drive
Slateford Station - 12 min drive
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪Greggs - ‬14 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪The Cove - ‬5 min drive
‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
‪Toby Carvery - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Edinburgh College Residence

Hostel near Princes Street

Edinburgh College Residence provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

You'll also enjoy perks such as:

Smoke-free property

Room features

All 103 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with showers
Full-sized fridge/freezers, ovens and stovetops

Similar properties

Free WiFi
Laundry
24/7 front desk

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

No on-site parking available

Conveniences

Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

Housekeeping (weekly)

Accessibility

No lift

Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Food and drink

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hob
Oven

Desk
Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 17 are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Edinburgh College Edinburgh

Edinburgh College Residence Edinburgh

Edinburgh College Residence Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Edinburgh College Residence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Edinburgh College Residence?

Edinburgh College Residence doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Edinburgh College Residence?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Edinburgh College Residence?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Edinburgh College Residence located?

Located in Pilton, this hostel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Western General, Princes Street and Murrayfield Stadium. Silverknowes Golf Course and Royal Botanic Garden are also within 3 miles (5 km).