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Edinburgh College Residence

Edinburgh College Residence
1.0 star property
Pilton
7.0 out of 10, Good, (84 reviews)
"Only stayed 1 night but was perfect for an overnighter and provided everything we needed"
United Kingdom
Harris
$66 nightly
The price is $83
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Total with taxes and fees
Edinburgh College Residence

Belford Hostel

Belford Hostel
2.0 star property
West End
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (46 reviews)
"Very nice people, easy going with rooms! Stayed for only one night, accessible to downtown"
United States
Logan
$96 nightly
The price is $121
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total with taxes and fees
Belford Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (206 reviews)
"Knowledgeable and helpful staff, great location, our private room had sofa as well as the twin bed so great for relaxing in."
United Kingdom
Emma
$118 nightly
The price is $149
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Total with taxes and fees
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

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, (285 reviews)
"Great location ! "
United States
Paula
$106 nightly
The price is $133
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Total with taxes and fees
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation

Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
Abbeyhill
7.4 out of 10, Good, (777 reviews)
"Great room + great staff"
United Kingdom
Amy
$64 nightly
The price is $80
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Total with taxes and fees
Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation

Argyle Backpackers

Argyle Backpackers
4.0 star property
Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, Good, (375 reviews)
"It was fine, especially if you’re looking for an inexpensive and good location."
Canada
Jessica
$106 nightly
The price is $134
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total with taxes and fees
Argyle Backpackers

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation
3.0 star property
Southside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice quiet place very clean and tidy very nice gardens and sightseeing, would recommend this stay as excellent the staff were very helpful"
United Kingdom
Valerie
$154 nightly
The price is $194
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total with taxes and fees
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

Revolver Edinburgh

Revolver Edinburgh
2.0 star property
West End
6.6 out of 10, (44 reviews)
"Super friendly and nice staff"
Spain
Gema
$65 nightly
The price is $82
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Total with taxes and fees
Revolver Edinburgh

Destiny Student Shrubhill - Campus Accommodation

Destiny Student Shrubhill - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
Leith
7.4 out of 10, Good, (338 reviews)
"The suite was spacious. Staff VERY helpful!"
United States
Stacey
$72 nightly
The price is $91
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total with taxes and fees
Destiny Student Shrubhill - Campus Accommodation

Destiny Student Murano - Campus Accommodation

Destiny Student Murano - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
Leith
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (599 reviews)
"Staff friendly on arrival and departure the room is basic but very clean, you can get 1 towel and rea or coffee and shampoo etc from reception. You have use of a communal kitchen which has a large TV in there. Overall a great stay. Thanks"
United Kingdom
Ian
$85 nightly
The price is $107
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Total with taxes and fees
Destiny Student Murano - Campus Accommodation

Haystack Hostel

Haystack Hostel
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (66 reviews)
"Clean room, great location, everyone was friendly. And for the price and the fact that’s it’s a hostel. 5/5 "
United States
Dylan
$107 nightly
The price is $135
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total with taxes and fees
Haystack Hostel

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
5.0 star property
Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (229 reviews)
"Had a great stay"
United Kingdom
Chirag
$140 nightly
The price is $168
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total with taxes and fees
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

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, (216 reviews)
"We had our own room for the 4 of us. The showers were a bit cold but with the heat that was okay. However, there was a lacking of hot water. Overall I would stay here again. We had a lot of fun."
United States
Caren
$147 nightly
The price is $185
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Total with taxes and fees
Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

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, (380 reviews)
"Close to public transport, friendly staff, nice chilling area with water supply."
Hong Kong SAR China
tik sang
$131 nightly
The price is $165
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total with taxes and fees
St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel

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)
"The hostel is close to royal miles one of the tourist attractions in Edinburgh. Definitely worth it for solo traveler"
Canada
Kamel Ibrahim
$180 nightly
The price is $226
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

Stirling Youth Hostel

Stirling Youth Hostel
4.0 star property
Stirling
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (102 reviews)
"Staff were good. Located very near the castle and restaurants. Could tell staff kept it very clean and organized. Beds a little flat and water not drinkable due to old pipes but for the price very reasonable and safe. Staff offered to keep our luggage in foyer while we were at the sites, really appreciated the friendly and helpful insights."
Canada
Krista
$91 nightly
The price is $109
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stirling Youth Hostel
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Charlestown Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,290
Accommodation
40 Hostels
Lowest Price
$80
Highest Price
$226

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 hostel.
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?
Major attractions include Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Princes Street. Get out into nature with places like Yellowscott Country Park, Silver Sands Beach, and Cramond Island. 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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