The Hostel

Adults-only hostel in Edinburgh with a bar

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Where to?

Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Located near Edinburgh International Conference Centre and George Street, The Hostel provides a welcoming retreat with its garden and library spaces. Guests can enjoy the cozy bar atmosphere, connect using in-room WiFi, or gather around the billiards table with fellow travelers.

Popular amenities

Bar
Kitchen
Breakfast available
Laundry
Free WiFi

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Tomorrow

Oct 7 - Oct 8

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 10 of 10 rooms

One Bed in a 14 Bed Mixed Dormitory

Highlights

Blackout curtains

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Shared/communal kitchen

Coffee/tea maker

Stovetop

In-room safe

Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Blackout curtains

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Shared/communal kitchen

Coffee/tea maker

Stovetop

In-room safe

Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed

One Bed in a 21 Bed Mixed Dormitory (Triple Bunks)

Highlights

Blackout curtains

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Shared/communal kitchen

Coffee/tea maker

Stovetop

In-room safe

Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed

Basic Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Shared/communal kitchen

Coffee/tea maker

Stovetop

In-room safe

Sleeps 6
6 Single Bunk Beds

Family Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Shared/communal kitchen

Coffee/tea maker

Stovetop

In-room safe

Sleeps 8
8 Single Bunk Beds

Room (Private Triple with shared bathroom)

Highlights

Blackout curtains

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Shared/communal kitchen

Coffee/tea maker

Stovetop

In-room safe

Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Room (Private Room 5 Beds, shared bathroom)

Highlights

Blackout curtains

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Shared/communal kitchen

Coffee/tea maker

Stovetop

In-room safe

Sleeps 5
5 Single Beds

One Bed in a 18 Bed Mixed Dormitory

Highlights

Blackout curtains

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Shared/communal kitchen

Coffee/tea maker

Stovetop

In-room safe

Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Blackout curtains

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Shared/communal kitchen

Coffee/tea maker

Stovetop

In-room safe

Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed

Basic Triple Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Shared/communal kitchen

Coffee/tea maker

Stovetop

In-room safe

Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, The Hostel is near a train station. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and George 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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3 Clifton Terrace, Haymarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH12 5DR

What's nearby

Princes Street - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Edinburgh Castle - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Grassmarket - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Murrayfield Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
University of Edinburgh - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 1 min walk
Haymarket Tram Station - 1 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
‪Wee Vault Edinburgh - ‬7 min walk
‪Ryrie’s Bar - ‬2 min walk
‪Platform 5 - ‬1 min walk
‪The Jolly Botanist - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Hostel

Hostel near Princes Street

Near Edinburgh Castle and George Street, The Hostel provides a terrace, a garden and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a bar.

Other perks include:

Continental breakfast (surcharge), a TV in reception and concierge services
Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and a billiards/pool table
Smoke-free property and a front desk safe

Room features

All guestrooms at The Hostel include comforts such as free WiFi and safes.

Other amenities include:

Communal kitchens with stovetops and cookware/dishes/utensils

Similar properties

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Breakfast available

₹13,686 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

No on-site parking available

Food and drink

Daily continental breakfast available 8 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 2 per person
A bar/lounge

Things to do

Billiards/pool table
Library
TV in common areas

Conveniences

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

Guest services

Concierge services
No housekeeping service
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

No lift

2 buildings
3 floors
Built in 1900
Smoke-free property
Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Hair dryer (on request)
Shower
Towels provided

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Shared kitchen access

Iron/ironing board on request
Safe
Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Late check-in fee: GBP 5 for check-in between 11 PM and 8:00 AM

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 - 11:00 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 at least 24 hours before arrival 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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 2.00 per person
Late check-in fee: GBP 5 for check-in between 11 PM and 8:00 AM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)

This property accepts credit cards

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Hostel Edinburgh

The Hostel Edinburgh

The Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

The Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Hostel?

The Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available from 11 PM to 8:00 AM for a fee of GBP 5.

What time is check-out at The Hostel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Hostel located?

Located in West End, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh International Conference Centre and Princes Street. Edinburgh Castle and George Street are also within 1 mile (2 km). Haymarket Tram Station and Edinburgh Haymarket Station are within a 2-minute walk.