Princes Street Hostel
Hotel within walking distance of Royal Mile
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When you stay at Princes Street Hostel , you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Princes Street and George Street. Also, Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are within just a 10-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 8 minutes.
8.4
Very good
Popular amenities
- Free WiFi
Main amenities (3)
- Housekeeping once per stay
- Breakfast available
- Limited hour front desk
Room options
Classic Double Room, City View
Highlights
Heating
4 bathrooms
- City view
- 86 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood
5 West Register Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2AA
What's nearby
- Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- St. Andrew Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- George Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Royal Mile - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Princes Street Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Getting around
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 43 min drive
- Edinburgh Waverley Station - 4 min walk
- Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 5 min walk
- Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 25 min walk
- St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 3 min walk
- Princes Street Tram Stop - 8 min walk
- Balfour Street Tram Stop - 20 min walk
Restaurants
- Society Bar & Kitchen - 2 min walk
- Dishoom Edinburgh - 2 min walk
- Black Sheep Coffee - 2 min walk
- Starbucks - 3 min walk
- Haute Dolci - 3 min walk
About this property
Princes Street Hostel
When you stay at Princes Street Hostel , you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Princes Street and George Street. Also, Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are within just a 10-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 8 minutes.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 25 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
- The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Front desk staffed during limited hours
- If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
- Pets not allowed
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
Parking
- No onsite parking
Property amenities
Food and drink
- To-go breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Services
- Front desk (limited hours)
Room amenities
Sleep well
- Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
- 4 bathrooms
- Shower only
- Soap
- Toilet paper
Stay connected
- Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
More
- Housekeeping once per stay
Fees & policies
Optional extras
- To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 5 per person
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from October 3 2025 to February 28 2027 (dates subject to change).
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Princes Hostel Edinburgh
Princes Street Hostel Edinburgh
Princes Street Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Princes Street Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Edinburgh
Frequently asked questions
Is Princes Street Hostel currently open?
This property is closed from October 3 2025 to February 28 2027 (dates subject to change).
Are pets allowed at Princes Street Hostel ?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Princes Street Hostel ?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Princes Street Hostel .
What are the check-in and check-out times at Princes Street Hostel ?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What's the area around Princes Street Hostel like?
Princes Street Hostel is a short 3-minute walk from St Andrew Square Tram Stop and 13 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Castle.
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