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About this property
Set in an original Victorian building, this funky hostel offers dorm rooms with large windows and high ceilings. It is directly opposite Haymarket Train Station and only a 10-minute walk to Princes Street. Guests staying at The Hostel can benefit from modern bunk beds and fresh bedding. Bedrooms feature original artworks by Jade Carrera. Bathroom facilities are shared. Free WiFi is available 24/7 in the hostel’s public areas. Visitors can make use of the communal lounge with digital TV and various board games. There is also a modern kitchen with 2 ovens and a pleasant outdoor area with tables and chairs.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Luis
Ireland“The staff are very welcoming, the kitchen, rooms and bathrooms are cleaned often and the location is not far from the city centre” - Hande
Turkey“It was a great hostel, especially if you’re looking for a place where you can socialize. It’s about a 20–25 minute walk to the city center, which was fine for me, and very cost-effective. The hostel has plenty of shared spaces where people can...” - Simon
Taiwan“Everything: Location, room, facilities, vibes and staffs” - Robert
United Kingdom“Honestly The Hostel was a great experience. Warm and clean beds, very professional and friendly staff, well maintained kitchen with good equipment. The Hostel is a place with a great vibe in general and It kinda has a "I'm at home" touch to it! My...” - Shoko
Japan“Perfect location. It takes 10-15 min from The main train station by tram, bus. Cinema night. Huge windows in common area with sofas. Plus, I am impressed the chief's speech in their staff/volunteer meeting. And very very reasonable to stay in...” - Errol United Kingdom“I only stayed one night. Would definitely stay again. Staff: friendly. Snoring: was gentle Kitchen: small”
- Stella United Kingdom“Clean rooms, quiet doors and bunk beds (no squeakiness!), well equipped kitchen and bathrooms. Great location close to tram and bus stations.”
- David United Kingdom“Have stayed here before and as ever the staff were great and do a fantastic job 👍👍”
- Steven United Kingdom“Only reason I come back is the staff they make the hostel what it is gabbi is the best Stephanie is hard but fair Sarah is great Kathryn is great rhena is great ygor amazing scarlotte is great Charlotte is great best cleaner is Kevin sometimes...”
- William United Kingdom“Very good experience. 👍 Organised staff; polite and knowledgeable. Offered assistance when requested, and showed confidence in the positions allocated to them.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Upon check-in all guests must provide both a valid form of Photo Identification (of either a: Passport, Driving License, European Identity Card, British Citizen Card or a British Residency Permit).
When booking for 9 or more guests, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
If you require a late check-in after midnight, we can arrange for a receptionist to assist you. Please note that a late check-in fee of £10 per hour will apply, and payment will be due upon arrival.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
