The Hostel in Edinburgh, Scotland

At The Hostel we provide comfortable accommodation at great rates! We understand that whether travelling as a tourist, backpacker or getting away with friends, comfort and budget are high on the list of priorities - we provide that and more, in the most stylish and funky hostel in Edinburgh!
Located directly opposite Haymarket Train Station in the West End, The Hostel is only a 5-10 minute walk to the hustle & bustle of Princes Street. We are also opposite the city's busiest bus interchange so you will have no problems transporting yourself out of the neighbourhood.
Edinburgh Castle and the famous Royal Mile are a must see and are easily accessible on foot or by public transport. Right on our doorstep we have the wonderful St Mary's Cathedral, a popular tourist landmark. An easy 15 minute stroll is the infamous Grassmarket area & there are a range of bars and restaurants within 100 metres of The Hostel. We can highly recommend our sister unit The West End Hotel for food & drink, where guests of The Hostel will receive up to 20% off their bill.
Please read all the details below before you book for an understanding of why we think 'The Hostel' is the place for you to stay in Edinburgh for the single traveller or groups of up to 95!

Facilities we offer include:

*No curfew!
*Free internet access - (08:00 a.m. - 23:00 p.m.)
*Free hot showers (24 hours)
*24 Hrs Free WI-FI
*Free tea and coffee facilities
*Pool table - (available from 08:00 a.m. - 23:00 p.m. only)
*Kitchen - (available from 08:00 a.m. - 23:00 p.m. only)
*Lounge with Digital TV with surround sound speakers - (available from 08:00 a.m. - 23:00 p.m. only)
*24 hour access key card security entry
*Free Luggage Storage
*Laundry (wash and dry for £2)
*Continental Breakfast @ £2
*Loch Ness and Highlands tour booking facility from reception.
* Friendly & Informative Staff
*For our stag and hen nights we can book Club Class Party-bus Pub Tours, Paint-balling all starting from £25 per person and many other entertainments.

Please note that there are no electrical sockets in the dormitories. Unfortunately this is due to guests using irons and hair straightners in the room and leaving them on the carpets. This is a serious health and safety risk and to ensure the safety of our guests and staff, sockets are supplied in the public areas and hairdryers are provided in the bathrooms.

The female dorm is only available for booking by females. If a male books this room your booking will be cancelled and the deposit will not be refunded. All other dorms are mixed sex.
*Triple rooms consist of lower double bed and upper single bed.
*Family room consists of 3 single bunks and 1 lower double bunk.

Due to the high demand for accommodation in Edinburgh over New Year, guests will be asked to settle 50% of their total amount, which is non-refundable, one month prior to arrival when booked into the hotel between:
29 December - 2 January (Inclusive)
If cancelling for these dates we require no less than 2 weeks notice for there to be no further charges made to your credit card. Cancelling within 2 weeks of your arrival date will see the total remaining balance of your bill charged to the credit card details provided to us with your booking.

The Hostel is the perfect base for all backpackers and short stay travellers wishing to explore all that Scotland's capital has to offer. With knowledgeable and customer driven staff, together with competitive rates and the most convenient location in Edinburgh, your stay will be comfortable and hassle free!
This very popular, well established hostel has catered for groups and solo travellers, parties, educational trips and even families for the past 5 years. The Hostel accommodation comprises 10 bedrooms located over 2 floors and our range of rooms covers a triple room for those seeking a little more privacy to our 16 bed dormitory rooms. Refurbished in 2010, we have upgraded our facilities and décor to bring The Hostel to the top end of the hostelling world.
The Hostel prides itself on being a safe and hassle free environment and our facilities include, 24 Hour CCTV in operation, 24 Hour access key card security entry, No curfew, Free Internet Access from 8am until 11pm, Hot Showers, 24 Hour Free Wi-Fi, Free Tea & Coffee Facilities, Pool Table, Lounge with Digital TV, FREE Luggage Storage, Laundry (wash and dry for £2), Continental Breakfast, Outside Patio Area ideal for reading or sunbathing in the warmer months! Loch Ness & Highland tours booking facility and Friendly & Informative Staff.
There is a compact kitchenette, although with such a choice of restaurants catering for all tastes and budgets in the immediate locality, there is little need for self catering! First stop has to be our sister hotel, The West End Hotel located less than 5 minutes walk away where guests off The Hostel will receive 20% off their bill.

Group Bookings
The Hostel is ideal for all types of group bookings! With our self catering facilities, top of the line security system, brilliant city centre location and variety of rooms/dorms we are the perfect choice for school, college or university groups travelling to Edinburgh. If you are planning a trip away with a group of friends and want a hassle free holiday let us help you organise your time in Edinburgh with our fantastic contacts for tours and restaurants.

Things to Note
Please note the female dorm is only available for booking by females. If a male books this room your booking will be cancelled and the deposit will not be refunded. All other dorms are mixed sex. Triple rooms consist of lower double bed and upper single bunk. Family rooms consist of 3 single bunks and 1 lower double bunk.
**Please note that there are no electrical sockets in the dormitories. Unfortunately this is because of electrical appliances such as irons & hair straighteners being left on and carpets were being ruined. This is a health and safety risk and to ensure the safety of all our guests, electrical sockets are supplied in the public areas and hairdryers and hair straighteners are provided in the bathrooms. Phones can also be charged in the public areas and in reception**
Check-in from 13:00 - 23:00p.m. Check-out 10:00am
All guests must present photo Identification on arrival
All reservations are payable in full on arrival, no refunds given
All cancellations of bookings MUST be made 48 hours in advance. I.E. At the latest 10.am 2 days before date of arrival. E.G. Cancellations for Friday arrival must reach us by 10.am Wednesday.
For New Year reservations a 50% deposit is required to secure the reservation and the balance is payable 4 weeks prior to arrival. No amendments are allowed on or after arrival and all balances paid on or before arrival and are NON-REFUNDABLE.
Please no under 16's unless in private rooms or a group booking.
Late check-in available for £5. You must call us at least 48 hours in advance to advise of a late arrival.
We ALL LOVE SLEEP, so we operate a Quiet time Policy from 2300 - 0800! Staff wake-ups are charged at £10 each time for non emergencies.
Any reservation of 8 or more persons is considered a 'Group Booking' - Groups will be asked to pay a £20 security deposit on check in as guarantee against any possible damage to accommodation. This will be returned to you on departure and after room inspection.

**Please note that there are no electrical sockets in the dormitories. Unfortunately this is because of electrical appliances such as irons & hair straighteners being left on and carpets were being ruined. This is a health and safety risk and to ensure the safety of all our guests, electrical sockets are supplied in the public areas and hairdryers are provided in the bathrooms**