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Our top choices for Charlestown hostels

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Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (171 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff"
Canada
Megan
$64 nightly
The price is $77
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Total with taxes and fees
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
Bar (on property)

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (270 reviews)
"Amazing staff and clean rooms"
Canada
Gabrielle
$52 nightly
The price is $62
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Total with taxes and fees
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
Interior detail

Belford Hostel

Belford Hostel
2.0 star property
West End
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (34 reviews)
"The room is clean and quiet, needs about 15min walk to city center"
United Kingdom
Hou Hin
$58 nightly
The price is $70
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Belford Hostel
Double Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Argyle Backpackers

Argyle Backpackers
4.0 star property
Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, Good, (336 reviews)
"the staff are really helpfull"
United Kingdom
Hadeel
$43 nightly
The price is $52
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Total with taxes and fees
Argyle Backpackers
Check-in/check-out kiosk

a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very central location clean and modern facilities "
United Kingdom
Daniel
$72 nightly
The price is $87
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Total with taxes and fees
a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (204 reviews)
"Best hostel in Edinburgh will definitely return"
United Kingdom
Mustafa Zahid
$56 nightly
The price is $67
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
Lobby lounge

The Baxter Hostel

The Baxter Hostel
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (140 reviews)
"Lovely staff, accommodating of requests and nil issues"
United Kingdom
Cara
$93 nightly
The price is $112
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Total with taxes and fees
The Baxter Hostel
Cafe

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
5.0 star property
Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (207 reviews)
"Very helpful staff. Place is clean and good security "
Singapore
Kuah Bee
$83 nightly
The price is $99
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Total with taxes and fees
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
Aerial view

St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel

St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
3.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
7.8 out of 10, Good, (356 reviews)
"Excelent"
United States
Aminie
$64 nightly
The price is $77
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
Exterior

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (172 reviews)
"Basic hostel in good location."
United States
Tianna
$119 nightly
The price is $143
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Total with taxes and fees
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
Reception

Haystack Hostel

Haystack Hostel
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (62 reviews)
"lovely place to stay, private double room was nice and clean and set up well. had everything we needed. would stay again"
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveler
$66 nightly
The price is $80
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Total with taxes and fees
Haystack Hostel
Japanese-style Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Ensuite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Revolver Edinburgh

Revolver Edinburgh
2.0 star property
West End
5.2 out of 10, (5 reviews)
$23 nightly
The price is $27
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Total with taxes and fees
Revolver Edinburgh
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Top Charlestown Hotel Reviews

Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent hotel staff, good attention to detail and generally a very welcoming atmosphere."
Joseph 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

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Charlestown Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,753
Accommodation
36 Hostels
Lowest Price
$27
Highest Price
$143

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Charlestown?
You may like the nightly rates at this top accommodation in the area, which has good reviews from our travelers: Apex Grassmarket Hotel - 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from the heart of Charlestown. Located within a 5-minute walk of Royal Mile. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and a 24-hour front desk at this hostal.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Charlestown?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 56°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 39°F. Average annual precipitation for Charlestown is 37 inches.
What is there to see and do in Charlestown?
Top attractions include Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. Get out into nature with places like Silver Sands Beach, Helix Park, and Royal Botanic Garden. Locals like to shop at Gyle Shopping Centre and Livingston Designer Outlet.
What's the best way to get to and around Charlestown while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Charlestown on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), located 8.1 mi (13 km) away from the city center.

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