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Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

5.0 star property
Luxury hostel, walk to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

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Fridge, oven, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils
Front of property
Shared Dormitory (Male)
Lobby lounge
Bar (on property)
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

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  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

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9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH7 4AL
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Playhouse Theatre5 min walk
  • Popular LocationRoyal Mile17 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle6 min drive
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)19 min drive

Room options

Shared Dormitory (Male)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

8.6/10 Very good

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

7.6/10 Good

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite

7.5/10 Good

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Ensuite

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Triple Room, Ensuite

9/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

Shared Dormitory (Female)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel places you in the centre of Edinburgh, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Princes Street and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .At the hostel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Self-service breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this 5-property class Edinburgh City Centre hostel include Royal Mile and George Street.

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 5 min walk
  • George Street - 13 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 17 min walk
  • Grassmarket - 5 min drive
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Joker & the Thief - 2 min walk
  • Valvona & Crolla - 2 min walk
  • Joseph Pearce - 7 min walk
  • Jeremiah's Taproom - 5 min walk
  • The Windsor Buffet - 2 min walk

About this property

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Luxury hostel, walk to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel also features an arcade/games room, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Edinburgh hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 271 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Games room or arcade
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel offers 271 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5.95 to 10.50 for adults and GBP 5.95 to 9.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Building
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for self-service breakfast: from approximately GBP 5.95 to 10.50 for adults and from GBP 5.95 to 9.50 for children
  • Towels fee: GBP 3.00 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

National rating

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

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

As of 24 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel on 2 June 2024 start from AU$221.84, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

The closest beach to Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel is Portobello Beach (4.6 km).

Does Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, self-service breakfast is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

No, Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 148 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

julie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy and basic
Beds were comfy and rooms were clean, perfect for a one night stay if you're not looking for any too fancy. Communal areas were comfortable too and they have a room with a ping-pong table etc.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Clean enough . Very loud doors when they shut so kept up by loud neighbours at times . Could do with a bit of renovation. Overall was alright place. Bed comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean, window was cracked open (3rd floor). Laundry facilities available & working, location is very good. Intended to drop off luggage & they let us check in an hour early!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Shufen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were very nice and the room was very clean. But the free Wi-Fi connection was terrible, on and off. The speed without Wi-Fi was also slow for some reason, in the lobby and in our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Can

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very kind and accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liang Miguel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022