The Baxter Hostel

Hostel with free breakfast, steps from Princes Street

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November 2025

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December 2025

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (12-Bed) | Free WiFi

A short walk from Royal Mile and Princes Street, The Baxter Hostel provides free continental breakfast and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Very good

Popular amenities

Breakfast included
24/7 front desk
Kitchen
Housekeeping
Free WiFi

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Tomorrow

Nov 2 - Nov 3

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6-bed)

Highlights

Heating

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

151 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (9-bed)

Highlights

Heating

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only (6-Bed)

Highlights

Heating

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (12-Bed)

Highlights

Heating

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom (Double Bunkbed)

Highlights

Heating

Separate bedroom

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only (9 beds)

Highlights

Heating

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

160 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

5/2 West Register Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2AA

What's nearby

Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Royal Mile - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
University of Edinburgh - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Edinburgh Castle - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 3 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 3 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

‪Society Bar & Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
‪The Newsroom - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Baxter Hostel

Hostel near Princes Street

Close to Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, The Baxter Hostel provides amenities like free continental breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises

Room features

All guestrooms at The Baxter Hostel include amenities such as free WiFi.

Extra amenities include:

Shared bathrooms with showers
Communal kitchens, heating, and daily housekeeping

Similar properties

Free WiFi
Breakfast available
Bar
Laundry

$79 nightly

Nov 9 - Nov 10

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

No onsite parking available
Street parking available

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

More

1 building
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

Hair dryer (on request)
Shared bathroom
Shower

Food and drink

Shared kitchen access

More

Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Baxter Hostel Edinburgh

Baxter Hostel

Baxter Edinburgh

The Baxter Hostel Edinburgh

The Baxter Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

The Baxter Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is The Baxter Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Baxter Hostel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Baxter Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at The Baxter Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Baxter Hostel located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Princes Street and George Street. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are also within 10 minutes. St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.