Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
About About this youth hostel
Five star VisitScotland accredited hostel accommodation in the city centre, close to major transport links and ideally positioned for exploring Scotland's capital.
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel is a popular choice for individual travellers, backpackers, families and groups travelling on a budget. Guests can choose from a wide range of accommodation - from spacious shared rooms with individual lockers to private and premium rooms. All rooms in the hostel are en-suite and premium rooms come with a TV, USB plug sockets and coffee making facilities.
Guests can opt for continental breakfast served daily in the dining room or take advantage of the small but well equipped self-catering kitchen. Lunches and evening meals are also available and our licensed café is open all day, offering guests a range of hot and cold drinks, cakes and snacks.
WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include a laundry, secure bike store and luggage storage for guests arriving early and wanting to explore the city.
The hostel also offers meeting facilities for up to 60 with flexible catering packages available; ideal for groups and organisations looking to meet in central Edinburgh.
Parking near to Edinburgh Central is possible with on-street Pay & Display spaces in the surrounding area and parking at nearby Greenside Car Park. Please contact the hostel directly for more information.
Reception is open 24 hours and the youth hostel is just ten minutes on foot from Waverley railway station, the bus station and close to York Place tram stop. It’s within walking distance of Edinburgh's main attractions. And, of course, Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel is perfectly positioned for anyone looking for great value accommodation during the Edinburgh Festival and Fringe Festival.
If we’re fully booked in July and August, please check out our Edinburgh Metro seasonal youth hostel located in the busy Cowgate area - a popular choice with backpackers looking to discover Edinburgh on a budget.
Hostellers Love...
- Central Location
- Great Breakfast
- Comfortable Private rooms
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
Open all year
Reception Hours
Open 24 hours
Check in
15.00
Check out
10.00
Access Hours
We are happy to welcome you at any time, though room access will only be available after 15.00. Early check in and late check out available for an extra £10 per room (subject to availability),
Amenities
Free Wifi
Private Rooms Available
En Suite Rooms Available
Family Rooms Available
Suitable for Groups
Catering Available
Self Catering Kitchen
Cafe
Alcohol Licence
Lounge/TV Room
Laundry Room
Secure Lockers
Luggage Store
Bike Store
Towel Hire Available
Conference and meeting facilities
Complimentary Tea and Coffee available in Self Catering Kitchen
Shopping Nearby
Suitable for Wheelchair Users
Suitable for wheelchair users with assistance
Access with limited mobility
Guest Reviews
16/04/19
pleasant staff, clean room, light and spaceous pulic area and location is good.Tina Somberg-Buiks
13/04/19
4 nights - good serviceDanish teacher with school class
09/04/19
Very goodMr L MacDonald
08/04/19
This is a great place to stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful - nothing was too much trouble. There was a pleasant atmosphere in the social areas and the hostel was spotlessly clean throughout. The hostel is extremely good value and in a very convenient location for visiting Central Edinburgh.Mary
08/04/19
Brilliant city centre location, just 5 mins walk from Princess Street. Staff friendly and helpful. Rooms modern, clean and comfortable. Plenty of chill out space and good kitchen facilities. Breakfast very good.VCB
05/04/19
Helpful staff, friendly atmosphereElaine
02/04/19
This was our third visit and once again throughly enjoyed staying at the hostel.Paul
01/04/19
Great staff,very understanding,all very wellfabien without surname
01/04/19
Quick check in , No toliet paper in our room which was quickly sorted out. Room was clean enough, overall happy with our stay and would returnDan m
31/03/19
All recepcionists I spoke with were really nice especially Sylvia! But there were others equally nice obviously! As a recepcionist myself they were the first factor to give me a good impression of the Hostel. The rooms were confortable and had everything I needed. The common spaces of the Hostel were also nice. Not a reason to complain I can remember of. My best wishes to all the staff. Cheers from Portugal. Noel.Noel Góis
25/03/19
A fantastic stay13/03/19
We were at the hostel for our annual Red Triangle Dinner and were very well looked after both with the rooms and the meal which was very enjoyable, with excellent service from the staff as always.Happy Hosteller
12/03/19
I had a great experience for a 1st time solo travelling. Absolutely no complain!Solo Female Traveller- Bangladesh
12/03/19
Super value for money for private room, all clean and proper. The rest is up to you.Anders, Norway
11/03/19
Great stay, clean, close to city centre. WiFi a bit patchyCb1322
04/03/19
Welcoming. Warm. Comfortable bed. Great location.Fi
04/03/19
Stayed at the hostel with a group of 35 students from Germany. Everything was perfect and the staff helpful and friendly at all times.group leader
21/02/19
We booked a family room for a single night, just a last minute decision as we were in the area and our kids had never been to Edinburgh. Couldn't be happier with how it all turned out, from making the booking through to the room itself. All facilities were excellent, the staff were really helpful, and the cooked breakfast was great value for money. Highly recommended.sunnydiggle
20/02/19
This hostel is situated in an ideal location, it's clean and staff are friendly. However, it feels more like a budget hotel than a hostel as the common spaces are a bit nondescript. The self catering kitchen is well equipped and clean.Tamara
20/02/19
The whole stay was amazing, the staff very helpful and friendly. Have visited many times before and I will be visiting againEl
16/02/19
Valentine dinner was superb, made you feel very special, and it was very good value too.jeamac
11/02/19
Was brilliant, stayed here for a night out on the town and was absolutely brilliant clean and comfortable. Great value for cash and very friendly staff, me and my friends will definetly be back again.Ryan Smith
10/02/19
Fantastic hostel, super clean and super friendly staff. Fabulously located next to Edinburgh's New Town and within easy walking distance to the Old Town or Leith.09/02/19
The youth hostel is in a central location, close to all the main attractions in Edinburgh. The staff in the hostel are friendly and accommodating. The rooms are spacious and fit for purpose. The meals were delicious. We were able to book our rooms on one floor which helped support the children and staff. Many thanks.No
07/02/19
Another return visit! A really well-run hostel, & a pleasure to stay. Particular thanks this time, for holding my luggage safely when the locker system failed.CM
05/02/19
Helpful, polite staff and a very comfortable room in an excellent location make this a fantastic hostelJohn
30/01/19
An aptly named hostel, central in location to so many places that are a must see/ do in Auld Reekie (Edinburgh). A great members kitchen and dining room for use and close to the laundry facilities.Life Member (SYHA to HI)
28/01/19
This was our first stay at the Edinburgh Central Hostel.What a fantastic location - accessible to everythinng we wanted to enjoy by foot.Great atmosphere really enhanced by the friendly helpful staff. Nothing was too much trouble. Would thoroughly recommend this hostel as part of your next trip to the capital.Rob and Lorraine
02/01/19
It was such a surprise staying here! Great atmosphere and all the staff members were super helpful. It was nice having a little cantine to get coffee and food from.Woman, USA
01/01/19
Fabulous Location and easy access to all transport services.Staff is too king and helpful. Must plan your stay with them.Atul N
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel is a popular choice for individual travellers, backpackers, families and groups travelling on a budget. Guests can choose from a wide range of accommodation - from spacious shared rooms with individual lockers to private and premium rooms. All rooms in the hostel are en-suite and premium rooms come with a TV, USB plug sockets and coffee making facilities.
Guests can opt for continental breakfast served daily in the dining room or take advantage of the small but well equipped self-catering kitchen. Lunches and evening meals are also available and our licensed café is open all day, offering guests a range of hot and cold drinks, cakes and snacks.
WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include a laundry, secure bike store and luggage storage for guests arriving early and wanting to explore the city.
The hostel also offers meeting facilities for up to 60 with flexible catering packages available; ideal for groups and organisations looking to meet in central Edinburgh.
Parking near to Edinburgh Central is possible with on-street Pay & Display spaces in the surrounding area and parking at nearby Greenside Car Park. Please contact the hostel directly for more information.
Reception is open 24 hours and the youth hostel is just ten minutes on foot from Waverley railway station, the bus station and close to York Place tram stop. It’s within walking distance of Edinburgh's main attractions. And, of course, Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel is perfectly positioned for anyone looking for great value accommodation during the Edinburgh Festival and Fringe Festival.
If we’re fully booked in July and August, please check out our Edinburgh Metro seasonal youth hostel located in the busy Cowgate area - a popular choice with backpackers looking to discover Edinburgh on a budget.
Hostellers Love...
- Central Location
- Great Breakfast
- Comfortable Private rooms
Reasons to visit
More than just Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to one of the world's most famous summer festivals. One of the UK's most popular tourist destinations, Edinburgh boasts a plethora of world-class visitor attractions including a number which are free: the National Museum of Scotland, Royal Botanic Gardens, Scottish National Gallery, St Giles Cathedral, Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art and the Scottish Parliament Visitor Centre. Many attractions also offer regular free guided tours.
From film locations to museums and galleries, fantastic shopping, a vibrant nightlife and fine or relaxed dining - you can even climb Arthur's Seat, an extinct volcano! Add to this the spectacular surroundings of the majestic Lothians, or the opportunity to take a rail trip to the Scottish Borders, and you've got a recipe for an unforgettable break.
Whatever you're looking for Edinburgh has it in bundles and will have you coming back for more!
Some experiences not to be missed:
- Sunrise from Arthur's Seat
- The Forth Bridges and the new Queensferry Crossing
- Underground streets of Mary King's Close
- The Old Town and Royal Mile
- Lunch in the Grassmarket
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Palace of Holyrood
- The Elephant House Café (famous from the Harry Potter films)
- Take in a free performance at the 'Fringe Festival'
- Whisky tastings!
Look out for free walking tours including: 'Old Town Tour ' and the 'Potter Trail' (muggles welcome).
