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Haystack Hostel

4.0 star property
Hostel in Edinburgh, steps from St. Andrew Square

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Lounge
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property entrance
Lobby lounge

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$241
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct

Explore the area

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5/3 West Register Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2AA
  • St. Andrew Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • St. Giles' Cathedral
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Edinburgh

Haystack Hostel places you in the centre of Edinburgh, steps from Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre and within a short 5-minute stroll of St. Andrew Square. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a games room. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Edinburgh City Centre hostel include Calton Hill and St. Giles' Cathedral.
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What's nearby

  • St. Andrew Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Giles' Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Princes Street Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Museum of Scotland - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • Society Bar & Kitchen
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Haystack Hostel

Hostel in Edinburgh, steps from St. Andrew Square
As a guest of Haystack Hostel, you'll find a library, an arcade/games room, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Haystack Hostel also features coffee/tea in common area, concierge services, and laundry facilities.

This 4-star Edinburgh hostel is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • No smoking on site
Haystack Hostel offers 6 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Edinburgh hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • 60 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: GBP 10 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts credit cards
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Haystack Hostel?

The closest beach to Haystack Hostel is Portobello Beach (5 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Haystack Hostel?

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haystack Hostel on 20 Oct 2025 start from AU$241.12, 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Haystack Hostel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Haystack Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Haystack Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.