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Haystack Hostel

Property class: 4

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Located close to Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre and St. Andrew Square, Haystack Hostel provides an arcade/games room, a library and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is ₹13,778
₹17,361 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept

Room options

View all photos for Basic Double Room

A neatly made bed with a white duvet, a brown throw blanket, and a pink towel. There is a small bedside table with a lamp and a power outlet. A window with yellow curtains is visible, and a yellow pillow is on the bed.

Basic Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, Haystack Hostel is near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Calton Hill and Princes Street Gardens, while National Museum of Scotland and Scottish National Gallery are cultural highlights. Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre and St. Andrew Square are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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5/3 West Register Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2AA

What's nearby

  • A park with a pathway, benches, and trees. In the background, there are historic buildings and a clock tower.
    Princes Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A historic building with ornate architecture and the name 'JENNERS' on the facade.
    St. Andrew Square
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A golden fountain with statues in a park with a large building in the background.
    Princes Street Gardens
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A large classical building with tall columns, surrounded by a grassy area with people walking and sitting.
    Calton Hill
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A historic castle on a hill with a statue in the foreground.
    Edinburgh Castle
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station
    2 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop
    3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Milkman
    6 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • Pho Edinburgh
    6 min walk
  • The Booking Office (Wetherspoon)
    3 min walk
  • Whittard of Chelsea
    1 min walk

About this property

Haystack Hostel

  • Upscale hostel near St. Andrew Square
  • Located close to Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre and St. Giles' Cathedral, Haystack Hostel provides an arcade/games room, a library and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
    • Concierge services, luggage storage and coffee/tea in reception
    • Smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Haystack Hostel offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Showers and hairdryers
    • Communal kitchens, fridges and microwaves

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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
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • 60 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Cash deposit: GBP 10 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
This property accepts credit cards
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Haystack Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Haystack Hostel?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haystack Hostel on 13 Sept 2026 start from ₹13,778, 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 Haystack Hostel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Haystack Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Haystack Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Haystack Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Haystack Hostel located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this hostel is steps away from St. Andrew Square and Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre. Calton Hill and St. Giles' Cathedral are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh Waverley Station is only a 2-minute walk and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 3 minutes.

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