The Hostel - Edinburgh

The Hostel - Edinburgh

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The Hostel - Edinburgh
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Overview

Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, the budget 4-star The Hostel offers accommodation only 1.3 km from Princes Street Gardens. Located only minutes from Saint Mary's Cathedral, the hostel is providing guests with luggage storage.

Location

You can access Charlotte Square (1.1 km) and Princes Mall Shopping Centre (1.6 km) as popular shopping choices in the area. Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One is just a 6-minute walk away, and Usher Hall, available to diversify your stay, is approximately a 15-minute walk away.

This hostel is really close to the nearest bus stop Palmerston Place.

Rooms

Equipped with a safe, some of the 8 rooms feature a high ceiling and large windows, along with a sofa. Some of the rooms are equipped with bedside reading lights, as well as bunk beds. Also, the presence of hair dryers in the bathrooms ensures a comfortable stay.

Eat & Drink

Guests can enjoy dinner at Cafe Braw, which is around 5 minutes' walk from the accommodation, or at Jaipur of India, just 450 metres away. The hostel is fitted with a kitchen.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
from 08:00-11:00
Amenities
No parking available.
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:8
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Rooms and availability

Dormitory Room Female only
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Bed in shared room
12 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Mixed
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Bed in shared room
  • Shower
  • Heating
Dormitory Room Mixed
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Bed in shared room
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking
Kitchen facilities

Shared kitchen

Air conditioning
Laundry
TV

Leisure/ TV room

Adults only
Facilities for kids

Game room

Board games

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Children

  • Board games
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Hostel

💵 Lowest room price 498 NZ$
📏 Distance to centre 2.0 km
✈️ Distance to airport 11.2 km
🧳 Nearest airport Edinburgh, EDI

Location
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Address
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3 Clifton Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH12 5DR
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3 Clifton Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH12 5DR
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One
430 m
Church
Saint Mary's Cathedral
280 m
Church
Charlotte Chapel
560 m
Restaurant
Le Petit Repas
540 m
Restaurant
Sombrero
60 m
Restaurant
Dimitris
560 m
Restaurant
Troy Cafe
110 m
Restaurant
Station Takeaway
90 m
Restaurant
The Club Sandwich
100 m
Restaurant
The Chicken Crew
120 m
Restaurant
Vietnam House Gallery Cafe
710 m
Restaurant
Sandwich Culture
690 m
Restaurant
Milk
230 m
Restaurant
Pizzeria 1926
300 m
Restaurant
Ola Kala Greek Grill & Deli
280 m

Reviews of The Hostel

8.0 /10
Great
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  • R
    Richard
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 23 Jul
    Great
    8.6

    I recently stayed at this place and I must say I enjoyed my time here. The location was perfect as it was situated at the outer areas of this venue and just within walking distance from tourist sites and right at the station. The housekeeping and laundry services were impeccable and the room amenities were great. The heating was just right and the terrace was equipped with comfortable garden furniture to sit and relax.

    I recommend this hotel to all as it was a great value for my money and I really enjoyed my stay here.

  • Wrote a review on 22 Jul
    Needs improvement
    5.2

    The beds were all messy and smelly. I wasnot comfortable about that.

  • Wrote a review on 22 Jul
    Needs improvement
    5.6

    I was charged £15 instead of the £13 I was quoted when I booked the hostel. Had no other choice but to pay it. Very, very noisy all night. There seemed to be nobody supervising and people were just wandering in off the streets to avail of the warmth, a quick snog, and off they went! Main bugbear was the location. Because I have a disability the hostel was booked because the airport bus stop was across the road. Oh no it wasn't - I had to walk a lot further than I thought but just aswell I never got any sleep because I was out of bed early...

  • J
    Joan
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 30 May
    Perfect
    9.6

    I had a great stay at this hotel! Firstly, the location was perfect - within walking distance from all the major tourist sites in the city center. Secondly, the prices were very reasonable, offering great value for money. Additionally, the staff were friendly and provided excellent service throughout my stay. Lastly, the rooms were kept clean and tidy, with attention to detail in providing basic amenities like clean beddings and storage space for baggage.

    Everything was fine, no improvements needed.

  • Wrote a review on 28 May
    Very good
    7.2

    Good location, relatively clean

    i was not pre-warned of the key deposit which was cash only. Also the bins in the communal areas were constantly overflowing. should be changed more frequently

  • Wrote a review on 27 May
    Nice
    6.4

    Staff is very cooperative and helpful.

    There should be an access to the kitchen even in the night.

  • J
    John
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 21 Apr
    Nice
    6.8

    Two things we appreciated during our weekend stay were the free Wi-Fi and towel service. the location couldn't be better - situated right by several forms of public transit. Not to mention, the hostel attracts a fun and lively crowd.

    Our stay was far from perfect. The dorms were cramped and uncomfortable, with much of the furniture feeling old and run-down.

  • Wrote a review on 19 Apr
    Needs improvement
    5.0

    position close to station and airlink.

    toilets dirty and hot water missing when get the shower.

  • Wrote a review on 18 Apr
    Great
    8.4

    Hmm...The hot water was actually hot. The staff were friendly. There were lots of tourist pamphlets. The international clocks were helpful. Y'all had wheatabix at breakfast - I'd never had it before, but it was good. The best of course was the people, but I suppose you just kinda get whoever comes.

    The showers were a little skuzzy. It would have been nice to have bananas at breakfast.

  • L
    Lesley
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 09 Apr
    Nice
    6.6

    The location of the hostel was a major plus, with the Haymarket train station being mentioned as being just in front and very close. This made it convenient for travelers to access transportation easily.

  • Wrote a review on 08 Apr
    Great
    8.6

    Nice staff and location.

    The hostel need more toilet facilities

  • Wrote a review on 08 Apr
    Nice
    6.8

    Friendly staff and good location (30 mins walk from Waverley Station, or one stop on train, hostel acrosss from Haymarket Station). Breakfast good value.

    Maybe I'm just getting too old for this hostel lark, but I did feel uncomfortable only having a bottom sheet provided and having to use (or rather reuse) the duvet without a top sheet. I'd imagine when it's busy, it could be a problem that there are only two toilets and three showers, one of which was out of order, for the three dorms on the floor, and these were for males and females. Quite quiet when we were there so not a problem.

  • F
    Fred
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 02 Apr
    Perfect
    9.2

    Clean rooms, comfy beds, friendly staff, good location, reasonable price.

    Nothing, it is perfect.

  • Wrote a review on 01 Apr
    Needs improvement
    5.8

    Location

    Very dirty and smelly! The kitchen had a greasy feel and looked like it wasn't cleaned for a while! Inside the micro waves was food everywhere! The bathrooms smelled urine and where also not properly cleaned. The provided bed sheets also did not had a fresh smell, I could swear that they were not freshly washed! And if they were, was not with detergent! I slept with my clothes on! This Hostel has a perfect location for me and it even looks quite good. I liked it! But the hygiene is just not there! I will not repeat!

  • Wrote a review on 31 Mar
    Perfect
    9.2

    The hostel was clean, friendly, and had good facilities (such as free wifi, hairdryers ect...).Overall for the price the hostel was very good indeed and generally very pleased with it.

    Although the hostel was very good, some things let it down. The noise was the major flaw. I was staying in Room 5 just by the reception and stair case. And there was still noise at 3am! Suggestion to keep the noise down, is to remove the table and chairs underneath the stair case and close the doors leading to the reception area. This might help the issue a little :) Also should invest in a vending machine so people can buy refreshments and sweets at night time if they want. With that said the friendliness and helpfulness of staff was good and service was good.

FAQ about The Hostel

Which airport is the closest to the 4-star The Hostel hostel?
The 4-star The Hostel hostel is situated within 15 km of Edinburgh airport.
When is the check-in and check-out time at the hostel?
Guests of the hostel are expected to check in around 14:00 and check out till 11:00.
What is the price for a nights' stay at the 4-star hostel?
$52 Is the minimum rate for a one-night stay at the 4-star hostel.
Which payment methods does the 4-star The Hostel accept?
Guests can pay for the stay at the 4-star The Hostel with such payment methods:
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Maestro
  • Bankcard
Can we store our bags at this budget The Hostel hostel after the checkout?
Yes, this budget The Hostel hostel provides guests with luggage storage.
Which room facilities does this budget The Hostel hostel offer?
Some rooms at this budget The Hostel hostel feature bedside reading lights for guests' convenience.
Which restaurants close to this budget The Hostel come highly recommended?
Guests can have a meal at café Cafe Braw, situated merely 5 minutes' walk from this budget The Hostel.
What are the room types offered by this budget The Hostel hostel?
This budget The Hostel hostel offers such room types as 18-bed mixed Dorm, 21-bed mixed Dorm, and Triple Room.
Does the 4-star property have a kitchen?
Yes, at the 4-star property a kitchen is available.
Does this budget The Hostel have a laundry?
Yes, there is a laundry at this budget The Hostel.
What interesting spots can I visit near this budget The Hostel hostel?
Not far from this budget The Hostel hostel guests can find one of the top landmarks, Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One, which is accessible merely 6 minutes' walk away.
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