What makes it 78% Kids-Friendly: Triple, quad and six-bed ensuite rooms fit larger families; kid's play area, board games and children's menu keep kids busy; elevator helps prams; walk to Princes Street Gardens and museums nearby.
Edinburgh Waverley Station: 950m (12 min walk)
Main rail hub with direct routes to Glasgow, London and regional lines.
Calton Hill: 530m (7 min walk)
Hilltop monuments with panoramic city and castle views.
Tip: Visit at sunrise to avoid crowds and enjoy quiet vistas.
Scott Monument: 1.0 km (12 min walk)
Gothic tower honoring Sir Walter Scott with climbable interior.
Tip: Purchase a ticket inside to climb the 287 steps for best city views.
Royal Mile: 1.1 km (14 min walk)
Historic street stretching from the Castle to Holyrood Palace.
Tip: Start at the castle end for a downhill stroll past landmarks.
Free Wi-Fi:
Complimentary internet access in all rooms and public areas.
Shared Kitchen:
Communal kitchen with cookware available to guests.
Lockers:
Secure lockers available at the front desk.
Luggage Storage:
Available for an additional charge at the 24-hour front desk.
Laundry Service:
On-site laundry at an extra charge per load.
Conference Room:
Bookable conference facilities available for a fee.
Restaurant:
On-site restaurant serving cooked and continental meals for purchase.
Café/Bar:
Licensed café and bar offering drinks and snacks at an extra cost.
Step-free access and an elevator serve all public areas; assistive listening devices available at reception.

Manuel Quadri
Good position, near the city center (walking distance). The hostel needs some fixing up. The room for two was spacious, but the bathroom was small. We slept well. Good aspects: luggage storage possibility, comfortable beds, possibility to have breakfast (additional payment needed).
Errol Douwes
I stayed at this youth hostel while attending the annual Meeting of the British Ecological Society, which was held in Edinburgh last week. I rented a room which had two single beds, a small round table, a chair and a closet. The room had its own shower room, toilet ans basin. I made use of the shared kitchen and dining facilities as well as the shared laundry. In addition to the above there is als...
Miguel Fernandez
Deformed/sagging mattress, no soap, one towel for everything, noise from other rooms, children running through the hallways screaming. The only "good" thing was the location. Very expensive for what it offers. Maximum $60 room/per night IMO
Sienna Pietersma
We had booked a private room and it was quite spacious however the beds were a bit small. Facilities were great however the water pressure in the shower was insane. I feel like being water boarded would hurt less. All my sins were washed away. Location is great and very central to the old town. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
SA BED
Everything about my stay was amazing, even though it was short. I truly enjoyed my time there! The location is excellent—close to everything you might need. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. I stayed in a 6-bed room, and it was very spacious and comfortable. The kitchen was also very large and fully equipped with everything you could possibly need. It made the stay even more conven...
Address: 9 Haddington Pl, Edinburgh EH7 4AL, UK
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Take a taxi from Edinburgh Airport to the hostel (about 30 min, 15.7 km).
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