About

Located in the heart of the city just off Princes Street and Waverley train station you’ll find everything you need to be close at hand.

With the train, bus and tram station all less than 2 minutes walk away finding us is easy!

Our newly refurbished Hostel has everything you need to make your stay a comfortable, safe and fun experience.

We have a mix of private rooms and shared dormitory style rooms.
All come with comfy bed, lamp, multiple USB/power sockets, wi-fi, and large window.
All beds come with fresh linen and superior quality mattresses.
*Bear in mind we are at the very top of four storey building with stairs access only (no lift)*

Princes Street Hostel Terms & Conditions:

Cancellation & modifications policy:

Modifications and cancellation can be made free of charge up to 48 hours prior to arrival date. I
If cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival date or in the event of a no show the full balance of the booking will be charged.

Check in from 15:00 to 23:00 .
Check out before 10:00 .

Payment is taken two days prior to arrival. If payment cannot be taken, the booking will be cancelled.
This property may pre-authorize your card before arrival.

Taxes included
Breakfast not included.

Reception hours 8:00 to 23:00 .
No alcohol allowed within the property

House Rules

Check In

15:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free City Tour
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Adaptors
  • Luggage Storage
  • Tours/Travel Desk
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Reviews

9.3Superb(417)
  • Value for Money
    8.9
  • Security
    9.4
  • Atmosphere
    8.9
  • Cleanliness
    9.6
  • Staff
    9.5
  • Location
    9.9
  • Facilities
    8.6
Summary of traveller reviews

Princes Street Hostel in Edinburgh is praised for its exceptional cleanliness and prime location, close to transport links and city attractions. Staff are consistently noted as friendly and helpful. Be aware of the many stairs as there is no lift. Some guests found rooms a bit cramped and noted a lack of social atmosphere.

Stayed in Sept 2026
8.0
C
Catherine
Female, 41+, Northern Ireland
Good location, very clean. The addition of doors that close without banging would make the stay ideal.
Stayed in Aug 2026
6.0
C
Callum
Male, 25-30, Australia
Wouldn’t really recommend. Waiting about 20 minutes at “reception” to be checked in. There’s no height warnings in the kitchen and smacked my head through one of their exits.
Stayed in Aug 2026
8.6
A
Alison
Female, 31-40, Canada
Maybe the cleanest hostel I’ve stayed in. Lots of toilets & decent showers. They lend out hair dryers for free. The location is super ideal. Everything is about a 10-15 minute walk from the hostel. Very easy access to the train station & bus & tram. The downsides were: LOTS of stairs to access the hostel, check in was quite a slow process (but the staff showed me around, which was nice), & not a ton of hostel events from what I saw (but I only stayed 2 nights). Would recommend!
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Location

5 West Register Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
0.7km from city centre