Belford Hostel

NO CHILDREN UNDER 14 ALLOWED.

We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful city!

Please see "Things to Note" before booking with us! - No Under 14's allowed in our hostels under any circumstances!

All under 18's (no under 14's) must be booked into a room with an adult/guardian. They are not permitted to share dormitories with guests who are not part of their family/travel group and therefore all the beds in a room must be booked if you are travelling with anyone under 18 (no under 14's)

We cannot guarantee that groups will be roomed together. This depends on availability.

We have a 48 hour cancellation policy - if you wish to cancel, you must give us 2 days notice before your arrival date.

No Shows will be charged in full.

Government Issued ID required at check in

Check in: from 2pm

Check out: before 10am

We do not accept Stag or Hen bookings. If you book a Stag or Hen party, your booking will be cancelled/you will be refused check in.

Centrally located in Edinburgh's West End near the ancient and beautiful Dean Village and Water of Leith. Belford Hostel is a unique and lively converted church.
Our dormitory accommodation is located within the old church hall complete with stained glass windows! Dorm sizes range from 2-10.
It's a great place to relax and unwind after a hard days travelling or sightseeing, and an ideal spot to meet fellow travellers.

*Please scroll down to read THINGS TO NOTE before booking with us*

We offer free WiFi
Every bed has a double power plug for your phones and computers
Free locker to use during your stay (provide own lock)
Every guest will receive a door key
Private double and twin rooms are also available
We offer a left luggage service on departure
Check-in time is from 2pm. Check out time is 10am
Art Lovers will love the decor


No under 14's in our hostels under any circumstances.

All under 18's (no under 14's) must be booked into a room with an adult/guardian. They are not permitted to share dormitories with guests who are not part of their family/travel group and therefore all the beds in a room must be booked if you are travelling with anyone under 18 (no under 14's)

'Non-refundable bookings' will be charged within 48 hours of the booking being made and as stated, are non-refundable! We will make 3 attempts to take payment, before cancelling the booking. We will send a payment link each time. Please check your spam folders before contacting us!

Special Events - Easter, Hogmanay, rugby weekends, etc - bookings will be charged 1 month in advance, and are non-refundable. If the card is declined, the booking will be cancelled.

Special Events (subject to change):

6-8 November - Scotland vs New Zealand @ Murrayfield
13-16 November - Scotland vs Australia @ Murrayfield
20-22 November - Scotland vs Japan @ Murrayfield

29 December - 2 January 2027 - Hogmanay (New Years) 3 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY

5 - 7 February - Scotland vs Italy @ Murrayfield
12 - 14 February - Scotland vs Wales @ Murrayfield (2 Night Minimum stay)
4 - 7 March - Scotland vs Ireland @ Murrayfield (2 Night Minimum stay)

26 - 29 March - Easter (2 Night Minimum stay)

Groups of 8 or more must contact our booking office before making the reservation. Failure to do so will result in the cancellation of the booking. The deposit is not refundable.

We accept all major credit/debit cards.