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Edinburgh Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel in Edinburgh with free parking

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Edinburgh Hostel is a vibrant retreat near the Royal Mile, offering a shopping mall on site and WiFi in public areas. Enjoy continental breakfast, coffee/tea in the lobby, free self parking and 5 bathrooms with toiletries.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Quadruple Room

Highlights

5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Triple Room

Highlights

5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory

Highlights

5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
411 Gilmerton Rd, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH17 7JJ

What's nearby

  • Royal Infirmary - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Royal Mile - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Princes Street - 10 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Shawfair Station - 7 min drive
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 9 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Robin's Nest - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Aroma Coffee - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Edinburgh Hostel

Hostel near University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Hostel provides a shopping mall on site and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) and coffee/tea in the lobby
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 5 bathrooms with free toiletries

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 6 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Shopping mall

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 shared bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code prior to arrival; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 6 for adults and GBP 6 for children

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Edinburgh Hostel Edinburgh
Edinburgh Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Edinburgh Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is Edinburgh Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Edinburgh Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Edinburgh Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Edinburgh Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Edinburgh Hostel located?

Located in Gilmerton, this hostel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Royal Infirmary and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from University of Edinburgh. Gilmerton Cove and National Library of Scotland are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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