10/10 Exceptional
Great location, enthusiastic staff, comfortable room.
Elaine
Elaine, 2-night trip
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
Hostel with restaurant, near Princes Street
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In the heart of Edinburgh, close to Princes Street and the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel offers a lively atmosphere. Unwind with a coffee in the lobby or challenge friends at the arcade/game room while enjoying free in-room WiFi. Past guests have praised this hostel’s convenient location.
8.4
Very good
Popular amenities
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Laundry facilities
- 24/7 front desk
- Child-friendly activities
Main amenities (10)
- Restaurant and bar/lounge
- Breakfast available
- Coffee shop/cafe
- Meeting rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Coffee/tea in a common area
- Snack bar/deli
- Self-serve laundry
- Luggage storage
- Lockers available
Feel at home (4)
- Private bathroom
- Laundry facilities
- Elevator
- Snack bar/deli
$83 nightly
$100 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Room options
Showing 9 of 9 rooms
Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite
- Sleeps 4
- 4 Twin Beds
Standard Room, Ensuite
- Sleeps 6
- 6 Twin Beds
Shared Dormitory (Male)
- 205 sq ft
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
Shared Dormitory (Female)
10.0Exceptional
2 reviews
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
Standard Single Room, Ensuite
8.0Very good
1 review
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
Standard Triple Room, Ensuite
7.0Good
2 reviews
- Sleeps 3
- 3 Twin Beds
Standard Double Room, Ensuite
8.0Very good
1 review
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite
9.0Wonderful
4 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
Standard Triple Room, Ensuite
8.0Very good
1 review
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood
9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH7 4AL
What's nearby
- Calton Hill - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Omni Centre Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- St James Quarter - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 20 min drive
- Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 7 min drive
- Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 12 min walk
- Edinburgh Waverley Station - 14 min walk
- Balfour Street Tram Stop - 9 min walk
- St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 12 min walk
- Foot of The Walk Tram Stop - 18 min walk
Restaurants
- Santu Coffee Roastery - 5 min walk
- The Joker & the Thief - 2 min walk
- 1802 - 4 min walk
- Down the Hatch - 2 min walk
- Not Just Coffee - 3 min walk
About this property
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
When you stay at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Restaurant and Cafe Bar, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Balfour Street Tram Stop is 9 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 12 minutes.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 271 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 16
- Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 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 16
Children
- No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
- No onsite parking
Other information
- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
- No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Self-serve breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- Coffee shop
- Coffee/tea in a common area
- Snack bar/deli
Working away
- Meeting rooms
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
Facilities
- 1 building/tower
- Vegetarian dining options
- Lockers available
Accessibility
- Elevator
- Assistive listening devices available
- Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
- Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
- Wheelchair-accessible lounge
- Handrails in stairways
- Bathroom emergency pull cord
Room amenities
Home comfort
- Heating
Sleep well
- Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Shower only
- Toilet paper
Stay connected
- Free WiFi
Food and drink
- Shared kitchen access
Special features
Dining
Restaurant and Cafe Bar - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
- Self-serve breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 5.95 to 10.50 for adults, and GBP 5.95 to 9.50 for children
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Does Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are there restaurants at or near Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Restaurant and Cafe Bar.
What's the area around Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel like?
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel is in Edinburgh City Centre, a short 9-minute walk from Balfour Street Tram Stop and 5 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.
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Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Reviews
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Popular mentions
LocationRoomService staffLuggage8/10 Very good
Great location, friendly people, spacious and ideal for our needs. Will definitely book again
Danyah
Danyah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very helpful staff. Place is clean and good security
Kuah Bee
Kuah Bee, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The communal areas were clean and bright. Kitchen well equipped. Location very convenient. Bedrooms are basic as you would expect but had everything we needed. Would definitely go back :)
Jane
Jane, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Well worth it, tram from airport each access, laundry, breakfast and free kitchen is fantastic
Will stay again
Ann-Maree
Ann-Maree, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Located close to the tram line, which gave direct access to the airport.
Staff were friendly & helpful.
Didn’t use the amenities too much, but the kitchen area looked well stocked with equipment.
Clive
Clive, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great people and service. Clean and safe.
Steven
Steven, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Edinburgh hostel central
Very good location, well maintained,
Antonietta
Antonietta, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
It's a youth hostel, so expect some loud kids, but beyond that it was a pleasant first glimpse into Edinburgh. Close enough to walk to the Royal Mile and by trams if not
Tyler
Tyler, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very well located and friendly staff
Zelita
Zelita, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Staff were polite and very helpful.
Ross
Ross, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great location. Very clean. Comfy beds, amazing shower. Quiet. Friendly welcome appreciated esp as we ‘older youths’ 😊
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Good facilities, short walk into Edinburgh old town. Lots of shops surrounding, lovely staff
Emma
Emma, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
It was very easy to arrive, public transport is 2 min walking distance, facilities are good, mattress, linen and towels were clean and staff is friendly (just not the girl that speaks Spanish, she is a little bit rude).
Xochitl
Xochitl, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
good location
Liang Miguel
Liang Miguel, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Staff was very kind and accommodating
Sarah
Sarah, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Perfect for our one night stay in Edinburgh. Clean, comfortable and convenient.
Kate
Kate, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
It was a great two nights staying in the female dorm. The road is a little noisy but everything else was great! Would stay again.
Jillian
Jillian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Had standard ensuite room, nice and spacious
Natasha Meutia
Natasha Meutia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great value
Can't fault it. Staff are so lovely.
P S
P S, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Very noisy
cc
cc, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
It was a great place to stay and in a great location being a 10 min walk from old town. I would recommend this place to everyone. The only thing to complain about was the price was a little high for a hostel but everywhere in Edinburgh is expensive to stay.
Erik
Erik, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great room layout for a family
Alan
Alan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nice Hotel. The Room was big enough. The Hotel Staff helped us. It´s only some meters to the City Center. The scottish breakfast was very nice.
Anja
Anja, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Comfy and basic
Beds were comfy and rooms were clean, perfect for a one night stay if you're not looking for any too fancy. Communal areas were comfortable too and they have a room with a ping-pong table etc.
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
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