Edinburgh Central
About About this youth hostel ....
Edinburgh Central offers 5 star VisitScotland accredited hostel accommodation in the heart of the city, close to major transport links and ideally positioned for exploring Scotland's capital. The hostel offers a wide variety of private rooms and shared dorm accommodation making it a perfect base for couples, families and solo travellers looking to explore and enjoy Scotland’s capital city on a budget. All rooms have en-suite facilities and individual lockers.
The hostel’s welcoming and vibrant communal spaces are perfect for relaxing and socialising. Our Café Bar is open from 7am to 11pm daily offering a wide selection of delicious food and drink. WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include: a small but well-equipped guest kitchen, meeting rooms, laundry, secure bike storage and a luggage store for anyone arriving early and eager to head off right away to explore the city!
The hostel is just ten minutes on foot from Waverley railway station, the bus station and close to York Place tram stop. Parking near Edinburgh Central is possible, with on-street Pay & Display spaces in the surrounding area and at nearby Greenside Car Park (contact the hostel directly for more information).
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Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
Open all year
Reception Hours
Open 24 hours
Check in
16:00 - 23.00
Check out
07.00 - 10:00
Access Hours
We are happy to welcome you. Subject to availability: early check-in and late check out may be available for an extra £10 per room
Amenities
Free Wifi
Secure Lockers
Towel Hire
Catering
Games Room
Pool Table
Lounge/TV Room
Guest Reviews
04/10/2024
Terrific in every category!Guest Review
03/10/2024
I had a great stay at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel in a clean single room. The staff were incredibly attentive and helpful, always available to assist with any requests. The hostel's location is perfect, close to major attractions and public transport, making it easy to explore the city. A comfortable, convenient, and friendly place to stay—highly recommended!Pavi Weerakoon
02/10/2024
This is a well organized, clean hostel in a great locationLinda
01/10/2024
FantasticSimon Rosenstone
29/09/2024
We enjoyed the neighborhood a lot and were surprised that sleeping in a six bed dorm was so comfortable (even in our late thirties)AJC
29/09/2024
Great hostel with all you need in the Center of town.Claudia
28/09/2024
Great location, easy to get to via tram from airport, there's grocery stores up the street and nice pubs across the street. Walking distance to most tourist locations. Towels were fresh. Shower has sufficient water pressure to give you a massage.Monica
27/09/2024
very enjoyableMaja
25/09/2024
Good facilities, convenient, clean, friendly.Guest Review
23/09/2024
Very good locationGreat accommodation. Totaly recommended. Nice and very helpful staff.Thank you very much.Henar Pérez
22/09/2024
Staff were helpful with navigating the cityMargaret
22/09/2024
Lovely hostel with an excellent location and price.Bodylin
21/09/2024
Excellent central place to stay in a beautiful city; welcoming, clean, good value and a fab cause to support.Malcolm
19/09/2024
I am very satisfactory for my 5D4N stay in the hostel. All the staff are so polite, friendly and helpful. Food provided are good and at low price. Everything is so good and the room rate is reasonable that I will stay in this hostel when I visit Edinburgh again.Guest Review
16/09/2024
We had a great time staying with Hostelling Scotland, everything about the hostel is great- clean, friendly staff, everything you could need!Guest Review
16/09/2024
Loved this hostel! Great location and lovely place to stay for a few days.Guest Review
15/09/2024
Stay was excellent, accommodation to the usual high standards, staff friendly and attentive.David
15/09/2024
It's a clean place, very nice to spend the night, and the space for personal items and it's security 10/10Guest Review
15/09/2024
I had a great weekend in Edinburgh! All the staff were friendly and helpful, the whole hostel was immaculately clean and neat, and the bar provided a nice way to end my sightseeing days. Special thanks go to Rachael, Ash and llama-charmer Angus - I'll see you all again soon!Andrea
15/09/2024
We really enjoyed our stay at the hostel! Everything was just great!CHOU
14/09/2024
3rd stay, great locationGuest Review
14/09/2024
FantasticSarah
13/09/2024
This was our third time staying at this hostel as a school group and we are looking forward to returning next year. The location is perfect for exploring the city as all the main attractions are within walking distance. The staff are so friendly and the rooms are great!Jason McClurg
13/09/2024
Comfortable stay in a convenient locationFRANCIS
11/09/2024
Perfect location in EdimburghGuest Review
09/09/2024
I recommend this Youth Hostel. The location is perfect near the station. Also, you can take a nice walk to the old town and city centre. The staff is so friendly and helpful.Hend Hanafy
05/09/2024
Good place, centrally located, mostly friendly staffAchim
05/09/2024
A good first hostel experience.USAtraveller
03/09/2024
As it always has been, a great hostel.Seumas
01/09/2024
Value for moneyCa
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).