About

Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate housed in a beautiful and spacious Grade A listed building, located on one of the oldest thoroughfares in the Scottish capital. Cowgate – literally used as the route for driving cattle to market from as early as the 1490s – is now well known for its lively pub, club, bar, restaurant and cafe scene.

Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate is within walking distance of Edinburgh’s most popular attractions and sites including a 2 minute walk to the Royal Mile and 10 minutes to Edinburgh Castle.

Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate presents you plentiful communal spaces, bar and 230 beds in a variety of room combinations – from 8 bed dorms to two-bed private rooms with ensuite facilities – typical of all Safestay hostels.

Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate Policy and Conditions:

Check in from 15:00
Check out before 11:00

Cashless property
Taxes included
Breakfast not included, available for additional cost

General:
- The electronic lock on the door
- High quality white linen
- Individual lockers
- Big common space
- Luggage room (additional cost applied)
- Laundry (additional cost applied)
- Free Wi-Fi
- Organized events
- 24/7 Reception. No curfew.
- Non smoking.


Guest will be required to show an official ID with photo at upon arrival.

Person under the age of 18 years are only allowed to stay in private rooms or dormitory rooms that are booked for use of one family or group of persons, and can't share a dormitory rooms with other guests. People under 18 years of age must travel with their parents or legal guardian.

FOR GROUPS:

Please note that for the group bookings for more than 10 people, different prepayment policies may apply. Please note that if the reservations are made for 10 guests, the hostel has a right to charge the prepayment from the card. Large groups (more than 30 people) are a subject to availability. The Hostel Manager reserves the right not to accept large groups, depending on the individual situation (availability, number of nights etc) or to charge the prepayment. Please contact the property directly for the group reservation details.
For any special requests or to get more information, never hesitate to contact us directly!

House Rules

Check In

15:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Credit Cards Not Accepted
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Luggage Storage
  • 24 Hour Reception
  • Housekeeping
  • Wake-up calls
  • Internet access
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Reviews

7.5Very Good(293)
  • Value for Money
    7.3
  • Security
    7.9
  • Atmosphere
    7.0
  • Cleanliness
    6.7
  • Staff
    8.1
  • Location
    8.6
  • Facilities
    6.7
Stayed in Nov 2025
7.4
H
Horace
All Male Group, 18-24, England
This was our least favourite hostel in Edinburgh. But, it was also the cheapest. The staff were very good to us and friendly, but the vibe was off and there was no carpet on the floor in the hallways. The breakfast was amazing value as was the cost of the stay. It’s a fine second choice on a budget.
Stayed in Oct 2025
10
G
Giancarlo
Male, 31-40, Scotland
Well managed and very friendly. The hostel is very busy at all times. It welcomes all who would like to enjoy some freedom. All you need is good maners and that keeps everyone happy.
Stayed in Oct 2025
7.4
S
Suryansh
Couple, 18-24, India
The heater was not working at all
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Location

94 -116 Cowgate, Edinburgh, Scotland
0.6km from city centre