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Our top choices for Galashiels hostels

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1. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,281 reviews)
"Great location, great staff"
United States
Aliasghar
$154 nightly
The price is $194
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Double Room | In-room safe, WiFi (free), individually furnished, bed sheets

2. Argyle Backpackers

Argyle Backpackers
4.0 star property
Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, Good, (382 reviews)
"Friendly, felt safe, nice location"
United States
Ryland
$70 nightly
The price is $88
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Argyle Backpackers
Terrace/patio

3. 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, (220 reviews)
"Great staff, Loved Adam at the bar!"
United States
Keira
$110 nightly
The price is $138
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
Check-in/check-out kiosk

4. a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
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
$139 nightly
The price is $176
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
Property entrance

5. Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (215 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
$120 nightly
The price is $152
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
Bar (on property)

6. 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
$163 nightly
The price is $205
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
Interior detail

7. Belford Hostel

Belford Hostel
2.0 star property
West End
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (49 reviews)
"Very nice people, easy going with rooms! Stayed for only one night, accessible to downtown"
United States
Logan
$70 nightly
The price is $88
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees
Belford Hostel
Cafe

8. Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
5.0 star property
Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (238 reviews)
"Had a great stay"
United Kingdom
Chirag
$137 nightly
The price is $164
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
Aerial view

9. 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, (393 reviews)
"The location of inn was perfect, breakfast if very delicious,"
United Kingdom
Maftuna
$126 nightly
The price is $158
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
Reception

10. Haystack Hostel

Haystack Hostel
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (71 reviews)
"great hotel, thank you!"
Japan
Taiju
$121 nightly
The price is $152
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Haystack Hostel
Exterior

11. Revolver Edinburgh

Revolver Edinburgh
2.0 star property
West End
6.4 out of 10, (51 reviews)
"Super friendly and nice staff"
Spain
Gema
$55 nightly
The price is $69
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Revolver Edinburgh
Exterior

12. 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, (187 reviews)
"The place to use as your base whilst in this beautiful City. Close to everything, The Old Town,Royal Mile ,Castle,then across Waverley Bridge to Princes Street .Absolute must if your on a budget,and are planning to be our every day. 4 bed dorm,clean ,shower,toilet facilities. When you check out ,storage for your luggage if like me your train is leaving in the afternoon. 2nd time using here...will always use here. Christmas next I think."
United Kingdom
Steve
$160 nightly
The price is $205
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
Exterior

13. 7 Bedroom Townhouse

7 Bedroom Townhouse
Tollcross
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (13 reviews)
"My family of 14 enjoyed our stay very much."
United States
Anonymous traveler
$812 nightly
The price is $812
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
7 Bedroom Townhouse
Exterior

14. 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, (1,002 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
$8,087 nightly
The price is $10,189
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total with taxes and fees
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation
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Top Galashiels Hotel Reviews

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent ! Super déjeuner. Super emplacement !"
Jean 4-night trip
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Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Find out more about Galashiels

Galashiels Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,431
Accommodation
35 Hostels
Lowest Price
$69
Highest Price
$10,189

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Galashiels?
You might like the prices at this top accommodation in the area, which has good reviews from our guests: Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG - 28.2 mi (45.4 km) from the heart of Galashiels. 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 Galashiels?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 55°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 38°F. Average annual precipitation for Galashiels is 34 inches.
What is there to see and do in Galashiels?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might like to check out the area around Galashiels. Get out into nature with places like Bank Street Gardens, Wooplaw Community Woodlands, and Mellerstain House. Cultural attractions include Old Gala House, Heart of Hawick, and Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom. Visit landmarks like Waverley Line, Thirlestane Castle, and Smailholm Tower.
What's the best way to get to and around Galashiels while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Galashiels in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), located 31 mi (49.8 km) away from the city center. Once you've arrived, you might want to use public transit to get around. To see more of the area, hop on a train at Galashiels Station, Tweedbank Station, or Stow Station.

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