The Hostel
6.8
Good(580 reviews)
3 Clifton Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5DR, United Kingdom
+44 131 313 1031
Hotel Description
Located in the heart of Edinburgh's vibrant West End, The Hostel offers a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere just steps away from some of the city's most iconic landmarks. Situated at 3 Clifton Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5DR, United Kingdom, this modern hostel is a perfect base for visitors looking to explore the rich culture and history of Scotland’s capital. With a prime location, guests can enjoy a 1-minute walk to Haymarket railway station, offering excellent connectivity to the city and beyond, and just 1.1 miles from the famous Edinburgh Castle. The hostel’s charming design features a colorful and cozy interior that makes it a comfortable and inviting home away from home for both short and long stays.
The Hostel features a variety of accommodations designed to meet the needs of different travelers. The dormitory-style rooms offer both mixed and female-only options, with comfortable bunk beds, ensuring a good night's sleep. The rooms are decorated with bold, vibrant artwork that gives a modern and youthful feel. The hostel can accommodate a range of guests, from solo travelers to small groups, with space for everyone to relax and unwind.
For those who prefer to prepare their own meals, The Hostel offers a fully equipped kitchen complete with a fridge, microwave, stove, and all necessary utensils. This self-catering option allows guests to feel at home during their stay. Additionally, the hostel provides a lounge area with a pool table for relaxation and socializing, along with a beautiful garden/deck area where guests can enjoy the outdoors. High-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, ensuring that guests can stay connected at all times. Other practical amenities include coin-operated laundry facilities and showers to enhance the convenience of your stay.
The hostel is ideally located to take advantage of Edinburgh’s public transportation options. With the Haymarket station just a short 3-minute walk away, getting around the city is a breeze. Guests can easily access Edinburgh Airport in about 20 minutes by public transit or 22 minutes by taxi, while the Waverley Station is just a 12-minute taxi ride away. The hostel is also within walking distance to several key destinations like Princes Street Gardens, the National Museum of Scotland, and the Royal Mile.
Safety is a top priority at The Hostel, with a smoke-free environment and secure facilities. The property is kid-friendly and offers a range of amenities designed to make families feel comfortable and at ease. While there is no fitness center or spa, the hostel provides an affordable and practical option for travelers looking to experience Edinburgh in a relaxed and casual setting. The hostel’s on-site restaurant offers a variety of delicious meals for those looking to dine in. Please note that the property does not allow pets and is not equipped with air conditioning.
Popular activities around the area include exploring the historic Edinburgh Castle, taking a stroll down the Royal Mile, or hiking to Arthur's Seat for stunning views of the city and beyond. Guests can also explore the city’s many museums and galleries, enjoy a leisurely walk through Dean Village, or take part in one of the many local festivals that take place throughout the year. For dining options, the surrounding area boasts an array of restaurants, including The Palmerston, Pho Viet, and Locanda de Gusti, offering a variety of international cuisines to suit all tastes.
Whether you're visiting Edinburgh for the first time or returning to explore more of what this beautiful city has to offer, The Hostel offers a unique and affordable accommodation experience with everything you need for a comfortable stay. We invite you to make The Hostel your home during your Edinburgh adventure and enjoy the vibrant surroundings and warm hospitality we have to offer.
The Hostel features a variety of accommodations designed to meet the needs of different travelers. The dormitory-style rooms offer both mixed and female-only options, with comfortable bunk beds, ensuring a good night's sleep. The rooms are decorated with bold, vibrant artwork that gives a modern and youthful feel. The hostel can accommodate a range of guests, from solo travelers to small groups, with space for everyone to relax and unwind.
For those who prefer to prepare their own meals, The Hostel offers a fully equipped kitchen complete with a fridge, microwave, stove, and all necessary utensils. This self-catering option allows guests to feel at home during their stay. Additionally, the hostel provides a lounge area with a pool table for relaxation and socializing, along with a beautiful garden/deck area where guests can enjoy the outdoors. High-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, ensuring that guests can stay connected at all times. Other practical amenities include coin-operated laundry facilities and showers to enhance the convenience of your stay.
The hostel is ideally located to take advantage of Edinburgh’s public transportation options. With the Haymarket station just a short 3-minute walk away, getting around the city is a breeze. Guests can easily access Edinburgh Airport in about 20 minutes by public transit or 22 minutes by taxi, while the Waverley Station is just a 12-minute taxi ride away. The hostel is also within walking distance to several key destinations like Princes Street Gardens, the National Museum of Scotland, and the Royal Mile.
Safety is a top priority at The Hostel, with a smoke-free environment and secure facilities. The property is kid-friendly and offers a range of amenities designed to make families feel comfortable and at ease. While there is no fitness center or spa, the hostel provides an affordable and practical option for travelers looking to experience Edinburgh in a relaxed and casual setting. The hostel’s on-site restaurant offers a variety of delicious meals for those looking to dine in. Please note that the property does not allow pets and is not equipped with air conditioning.
Popular activities around the area include exploring the historic Edinburgh Castle, taking a stroll down the Royal Mile, or hiking to Arthur's Seat for stunning views of the city and beyond. Guests can also explore the city’s many museums and galleries, enjoy a leisurely walk through Dean Village, or take part in one of the many local festivals that take place throughout the year. For dining options, the surrounding area boasts an array of restaurants, including The Palmerston, Pho Viet, and Locanda de Gusti, offering a variety of international cuisines to suit all tastes.
Whether you're visiting Edinburgh for the first time or returning to explore more of what this beautiful city has to offer, The Hostel offers a unique and affordable accommodation experience with everything you need for a comfortable stay. We invite you to make The Hostel your home during your Edinburgh adventure and enjoy the vibrant surroundings and warm hospitality we have to offer.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Walking distance to Princes Street Gardens and Dean Village
2. 22-minute drive to Edinburgh Airport for convenient access
3. Guests consistently praised the friendly and helpful service
4. One of the few hotels in the area with an on-site restaurant
5. Proximity to Haymarket station for easy public transport access
6. Fully equipped kitchen with self-catering facilities for guests
7. Coin-operated laundry and shower facilities for added convenience
8. Relaxing garden/deck area with seating for outdoor enjoyment
9. Close to major attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile
10. Kid-friendly, providing a comfortable stay for families
11. Located near top Edinburgh restaurants, including The Palmerston and Pho Viet
9.8 Exceptional
Location rating
Top sights
Edinburgh Castle
12 min
National Museum of Scotland9 min
Royal Mile11 min
Palace of Holyroodhouse15 min
Arthur's Seat23 min
Nearest locations
The Palmerston
1 min
La Bruschetta1 min
Rustom Restaurant1 min
Pho Viet2 min
Fava Restaurant - Greek Kitchen2 min
Chizuru Tei2 min
First Coast Restaurant4 min
Locanda de Gusti5 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 14:00 |
| Check-out | 11:00 |
| Location rating | 9.8 |
| Nearest airport | Edinburgh Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 20 min |
Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)
Check-in: Fri, Dec 06
Check-out: Sat, Dec 07
$32
$36
$40
$40
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Location
3 Clifton Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5DR, United Kingdom
Airports:
Edinburgh Airport
Transit: 20 min
Taxi: 22 min
Glasgow Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 16 min
Transit: 1 hr 22 min
Transit:
West Maitland Street (Stop HC)
Walking: 2 min
Edinburgh Waverley
Taxi: 12 min
Walking: 29 min
Haymarket
Walking: 3 min
Walking: 3 min
Nearby locations
9.8
Exceptional Location
Situated in a rowhouse in Edinburgh's West End, this relaxed hostel is a 1-minute walk from the Haymarket railway station and 1.1 miles from Edinburgh Castle.
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Amenities and Facilities
Pets
No pets
Policies & payments
Smoke-free property
Food & drink
Restaurant
Breakfast
Wellness
No fitness center
No spa
Children
Kid-friendly
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Rooms
No air conditioning
Reviews
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Sadique Shaukat
4/5
Location is the best.For the price it's best.Only bad point is, if you have a luggage which is of importance but of regular use like laptop, they don't have a good size personal safe.You can keep it in the luggage room though.However my suggestion is, if you can take laptop with you whenever you go out, this place is best
lara tić
1/5
The location is the only good thing about this hostel.The service was fine, people are nice and gave us all the information we needed.But the rooms... We got a 12 people room. 6 bunk beds, the room is so small you can barely turn around. No storage space or lockers, but each bunk bed got A CHAIR, and when somebody took ours, the recepcionist said there aren't any extra chairs, so we had to keep our stuff on the floor. We found extra chairs by ourselves the next day, 12 of them.On top of that, the room has a very small window which is only open 1h per day, meaning the room smells like shoes, feet, perfume and moist. The beds are squeaky and rocking like crazy.The sockets for charging, our room had it only by our beds, so I was woken up many times by people mettling around and even unolugging my phone to charge theirs.The bathrooms are a mess and don't have normal shower, but some kid of system where the water only goes when the button is pressed down, and the temperature chsnges by itself. It went from boiling hot to freezing by itself at least 3 times during my 5 minute showers.If you really have to stay only one night and on a budget, you can go there. We stayed for 4 nights and both came back home exhausted and sick. Edinburgh is a beautiful city and staying in a place like this will ruin your experience. It is better to pay a bit more and actually sleep like a human being than to be put in a small smelly room. Complete disaster and I don't want anybody to have this experience.
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abhijeet d
5/5
Very good place to stay for a weekend for a solo traveler or a group of friends. Great location, very clean, plenty of options to eat nearby. The hosts are very friendly and helpful. …
Meromyn Murnin
4/5
The staff members are lovely. They're volunteers so the atmosphere is very homely. I and some other women had some issues with another guest and they were very understanding and sorted the issue quickly. The rooms are clean, good kitchen and nice common area. Only downside is that not all the rooms have plug sockets by the beds and some of the beds are very squeaky.
Aleksandra Rutkowska
5/5
My experience at this accommodation was absolutely positive. From the moment I arrived, I felt safe and comfortable. My bed was perfectly situated near power sockets, making it easy to charge my devices, and I was impressed by the cleanliness—everything was truly spotless. The atmosphere was warm and cosy, and the service was nothing short of phenomenal. The people in my room were friendly and respectful, adding to the overall great experience, and the property itself is spacious and located in a prime area, making it easy to explore the surroundings.This place exceeded all my expectations. The temperature was just right, and the showers and bathrooms were in excellent condition—modern, well-maintained, and sparkling clean. It’s clear that the staff take great pride in ensuring a top-notch experience for their guests. I highly recommend this accommodation to anyone looking for a comfortable and welcoming stay. You won't be disappointed!The only downside was stained squicky beds.
A Z
2/5
Mixed hostel and average for the price. I have been to many hostels before. I booked for 2 nights from Booking and got discount I extended a night, and price was increased by £10 even after applying a 15% discount. The guy on the reception was just wasting time and keep on engaging with conversations without helping anyone, just a waste of time. I booked 6 bed dorm and was given place in 12 bed dorn, which was not great. But good. Just average hostel and not fancy. Far for the old Edinburgh town so you have to shell £4-6 for any location within city. Not a good location.
Anthony
1/5
The rooms stenched of mold and wetness. The dust was unbearable as someone with dust allergy. The windows were unbelievably dirty and did not seal the sound a little bit so in the night you absolutely need ear protection. And the matresses were a absolute joke.The shared bathrooms were moldy and dusty. A few simple wipes would help so much and make everything look a little bit cleaner but it seems like that this is too hard.The shared kitchen is locked in the night, so if you depart early, you can not use the kitchen as your items are locked away.
Jesica Vallejo
4/5
Amazing staff felt comfortable and welcome. Only down side is there were 2 sets of stairs and I still haven’t learned the way of light packing and. So a full suit case and carry on with a backpack meant 2 trips up 2 trips down. Other than that great location everything is walkable or directly across from a bus stop and tram station.
Room 4
Service 5
Location5
Laurens Westbroek
5/5
I went on my first solo trip. Had an amazing experience! Friendly staff and volunteers.First of all is this place run very well and by friendly people. Some negative points are mostly because of guests that you can’t avoid. Like snoring neighbours, messy kitchen or dirty bathrooms.KitchenIt has so much stuff in it you might want to use and especially for the common traveler enough to get around with.Fridge was a bit full but still enough space for my own stuff!RoomVery big, but yes with 18 others it does get a bit busy. Had a night light and a power point next to my bed. Perfect sized lockers for small and extra stuff, if I needed extra storage I could use the special location for that.BathroomsClean and never busy, although a lot of people in the hostel it self. Only used one side because it was a perfect side for me. Enough room and perfect temperature.Living areaIn my opinion the best area of the hostel! Social, welcoming and comfortable living room with the reception in it. Which is great to meet new people and have a chat. A lot of activities for a rainy day and some good music playing or live guitar. (Which I started playing here as well, a few of the volunteers helped me with that!)ExtraFriendly vibe and from the few people only talking to their friends or looking on their phones, everybody was in for a talk and a little conversation.
Alex McCartney
5/5
I stayed with The Hostel for the full 15 days allowed per their rules, and I have nothing but amazing things to say. The staff/volunteers were some of the best I've ever interacted with, all incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the accommodations were fantastic. I never spent a moment worried about the cleanliness of my bed/linens, rhe bathrooms, the common areas, or anything else. My time here has ranked among my top hostel stays along my travels, and I would recommend it to anyone and everyone coming to Edinburgh. My favorite part of this hostel experience was the garden area, an open-air part of the hostel where you can enjoy the (rare) Scottish sun. The volunteers would regularly put on events out here, and oftentimes it felt like a party in the late afternoons.Beyond that, the hostel has a FULL kitchen. Two four-top ranges, and two ovens, with all the pots, pans, cutlery, and mugs you could need. The free coffee and tea was a welcome addition as well. The location is also absolutely amazing - you can walk just about anywhere in the city from this location, and have a beautiful view ahead of you.I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here, and can't wait to come back to The Hostel after the next 15 days. Thank you in particular to Lucas and Steph for helping me ensure I stayed within the rules while also helping to accommodate a consistently extended stay. Folks, it may not be as glamorous as the modern 'Party Hostel' but if you turn your nose up at this establishment, you will definitely be missing out. Thanks again to the phenomenal volunteers, Sebastian, Hannah, Zechy, Yuki, Liz, Mac, and so many others who truly made this a memorable experience. Y'all helped me feel welcome, at home, and above-all, safe enough to be myself and do so without apology.Looking forward to coming back someday soon.