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St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel

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A narrow waterway flanked by historic stone buildings with traditional architecture, including timber framing and steeply pitched roofs. - St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel (Edinburgh)
A reception area with a green wall, a reception desk, a sofa, and a coffee table. - St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel (Edinburgh)
A historic building with a curved facade, multiple windows, and ornate iron balcony railings. - St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel (Edinburgh)
A bar area with a neon sign, bar stools, and a reception desk. - St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel (Edinburgh)
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A short walk from Royal Mile and Princes Street, St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel provides laundry facilities, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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A bedroom with a bed, a wooden chair, a bench, and a skylight.

Basic Double Room, Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A single bed with a folded dark blue towel, a metal headboard, and a wooden floor.

Single Room, Ensuite

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with wooden flooring and a mirror on the wall.

Private Four Bedroom Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with red curtains, a teal-colored wardrobe, and a wooden floor.

Private Six Bedroom Ensuite

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk room with two bunk beds, wooden flooring, and a poster on the wall.

One bed in a 4 bed dorm

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a poster on the wall and a wooden floor.

One bed in a 4 bed dorm ensuite

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with red curtains, a digital clock, and a window with curtains.

One bed in a 6 bed dorm

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with two levels, white bedding, and a pink towel on the lower bunk.

One bed in a 4 bed female dorm ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with red curtains, a digital clock, and a window with curtains.

One bed in a 6 bed dorm ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with red curtains, a teal-colored wardrobe, and a wooden floor.

One bed in a 6 Bed Female Dorm En-suite (Triple Bunks)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for One bed in an 18 Bed Dorm w/ Shared Bathroom (Triple Bunks)

A room with bunk beds, red curtains, and wooden paneling.

One bed in an 18 Bed Dorm w/ Shared Bathroom (Triple Bunks)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 9 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a window, a radiator, and a sink.

Bed in a 12-Bed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for One bed in an 8 bed dorm ensuite

A bunk bed room with a poster on the wall and a wooden floor.

One bed in an 8 bed dorm ensuite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for One bed in an 8 Bed Female Dorm En-suite

A bunk bed with a red towel on the lower bunk.

One bed in an 8 Bed Female Dorm En-suite

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private Eight Bedroom Ensuite

A bunk bed room with a sink and a mirror.

Private Eight Bedroom Ensuite

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a poster on the wall and a sign indicating the room number.

Private Twin Bunk with Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel is near the airport and near a train station. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and Grassmarket. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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9-13 Market St, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1DE

What's nearby

  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.
    Royal Mile
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A church interior with a large organ, stained glass windows, and floral arrangements.
    St. Giles' Cathedral
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A cobblestone street lined with colorful buildings, a pub named 'Squeez,' and a shop called 'Pink.'
    Victoria Street
    6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A stone pathway leading to historic buildings with a castle in the background.
    Grassmarket
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A historic castle on a hill with a statue in the foreground.
    Edinburgh Castle
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station
    1 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop
    6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Milkman
    2 min walk
  • Starbucks
    3 min walk
  • Brewhemia
    1 min walk
  • The Booking Office (Wetherspoon)
    3 min walk
  • Bella Italia
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Belushis bar

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Children under age 18 must stay in a private room with their parents or guardians.
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 5 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 6.00 percent will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 5 per person

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Children younger than 18 years are not allowed in the bars and pubs.

We should mention

Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Edinburgh Dungeon, Royal Mile, and Princes Street. Edinburgh Castle and George Street are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh Waverley Station is only a 2-minute walk and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 6 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel Reviews

7.8

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 393 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 393 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 393 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 393 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 393 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location Great staff. You can rent towels, lockers and padlocks. Right next to train station and airport buses. Room got hot. RĹ«ta was great and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

tik sang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to public transport, friendly staff, nice chilling area with water supply.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff is so kindly. However I had the bad luck to be at a room without good ventilation It makes the room feel hot. I know this is appreciated in the city but was my experience The room bed is comfortable but the floor makes a noise every step I did
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Jones

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful Staff and generally well situated
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Richelle

Liked: Amenities
Great location. It would be better if solo rooms had a rack to put luggage on, also hand towels and foot towels would be nice. The elevator only goes to 4th floor, so have to carry luggage up to 5th floor. There site says early checkin is sometimes available, but when arrived at 1.30pm staff said nobody could check in before 3pm, therefore had to pay for luggage storage locker. Everything worked fine, although plumbing often made noises since older building.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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4/10 Poor

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent enough, staff was kind and the curtains were a great addition but unfortunately had one of the most vile smelling guests in the shared 8 bed room and i wanted to smother myself with a pillow, it was so foul it clung to the whole room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a backpackers hotel with tons of young people but also a lot of oldies like us. We booked one of the private rooms with an ensuite bathroom that included sheets and towels so we were fine with that. They have a locker room to store your luggage if you arrive before the 3 pm which they are very strict about. It was a dumb system for checkin because everyone had to stand in a long line when checkin started. Also I had done the pre-checkin online “to save time” but they made me present our passports anyway. Breakfast was a madhouse with all the young people but there were adequate continental items. The location is the main reason we picked it. It’s right next to the train station.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Arwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
comfy beds. okay breakfast. friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Genesis

Liked: Amenities
The staff are so nice and the accomadation as well.We enjoyed staying in this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A nice hostel to visit and within walking distance of everywhere. We had a private ensuite, which made our stay great and the breakfast and cheap drinks were value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Khaled

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and many options for drinks and food
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff were incredibly and have been more helpful, well done!! The breakfast buffet was also great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Slava

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice location. Some renovation would be nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Very satisfied customer

Staff could not have been more welcoming and friendly. Location terrific, bed was super comfy and breakfast basic but super value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very friendly and helpful. You can't beat the location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

javier

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked one of their suites and I really enjoyed my stay after all the sightseeing. Conveniently located in the centre of town. Strongly recommended this hostel đź‘Ť
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Yee Mei

Convenience

A lot of food choices like ham and bread. Living in a central of city centre, very convenience. Close to the castle.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Regular

Use this bargain venue for when I can’t get back home to Fife , really great central location and lovely welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for solo traveling.

I stayed here for 4 days alone. Good service and nice people staying there to. You got everthing you need and more!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, comfy bed and clean toilets. Alan was great at the social parts and setting things up
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Isaiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff support was great
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jherick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quite nice, comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd time I've stayed here, perfect location for access to the city and station. The staff are all beyond lovely and happy to help! I would suggest booking double bunks rather than triple if you want a bit more room to sit on your bed etc! Great place very affordable, friendly, clean and comfy!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In our first stay in Edinburgh in a hostel, we found the experience at St. Christopher's Inn very enjoyable!! The views outside our room were incredible and appreciated the walkability and safety we felt throughout our stay. The staff was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024