Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

5.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near Princes Street

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In the heart of Edinburgh, close to Princes Street and the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel offers a lively atmosphere. Unwind with a coffee in the lobby or challenge friends at the arcade/game room while enjoying free in-room WiFi. Past guests have praised this hostel’s convenient location.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (10)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Lockers available

Feel at home (4)

  • Private bathroom
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Snack bar/deli
The current price is $82
$98 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Standard Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory (Male)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory (Female)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Triple Room, Ensuite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Triple Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH7 4AL

What's nearby

  • Calton Hill - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Omni Centre Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Royal Mile - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 20 min drive
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 7 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 14 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • Foot of The Walk Tram Stop - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Santu Coffee Roastery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Down the Hatch - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Joker & the Thief - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spry - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Not Just Coffee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Restaurant and Cafe Bar, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Balfour Street Tram Stop is 9 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 12 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 271 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 16
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Self-serve breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Special features

Dining

Restaurant and Cafe Bar - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Self-serve breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 5.95 to 10.50 for adults, and GBP 5.95 to 9.50 for children

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

Edinburgh Central Hostel
Edinburgh Central Youth
SYHA Edinburgh Central
Hostel Edinburgh Central
Youth Hostel Edinburgh Central
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Scotland
Edinburgh Central Youth Hotel Edinburgh
Central Youth Hostel
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Scotland
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Edinburgh
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are there restaurants at or near Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Restaurant and Cafe Bar.

What's the area around Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel like?

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel is in Edinburgh City Centre, a short 9-minute walk from Balfour Street Tram Stop and 5 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

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