A coastal town with historic buildings, a church spire, and a castle overlooking the sea.

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1. Dundee Backpackers Hostel

Dundee Backpackers Hostel
1.0 star property
Dundee
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (32 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay at Dundee backpackers hostel.The room was clean,the staff were friendly and helpful.The location is ideally situated in the town centre although I think the £161.00 price for 2 nights a little steep.There are informal signs about the history of the building which I found very interesting Recommended"
United Kingdom
Stuart
$71 nightly
The price is $85
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Dundee Backpackers Hostel
Bar (on property)

2. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,266 reviews)
"Would stay again"
United Kingdom
Caroline
$106 nightly
The price is $134
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Property entrance

3. Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (213 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
$104 nightly
The price is $131
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
Courtyard

4. Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation

Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
Abbeyhill
7.4 out of 10, Good, (798 reviews)
"Very basic but good location and decent for the price considering other hotel prices in the area."
Canada
Thomas
$144 nightly
The price is $182
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Total with taxes and fees
Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation
Exterior

5. 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, (1,007 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
$157 nightly
The price is $198
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation
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
$159 nightly
The price is $200
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
Cafe

7. Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
5.0 star property
Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (236 reviews)
"Had a great stay"
United Kingdom
Chirag
$143 nightly
The price is $172
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
Terrace/patio

8. 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, (219 reviews)
"Great staff, Loved Adam at the bar!"
United States
Keira
$122 nightly
The price is $154
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
Double Room

9. Argyle Backpackers

Argyle Backpackers
4.0 star property
Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, Good, (379 reviews)
"It was fine, especially if you’re looking for an inexpensive and good location."
Canada
Jessica
$86 nightly
The price is $109
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Argyle Backpackers
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
$175 nightly
The price is $220
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Haystack Hostel
Check-in/check-out kiosk

11. 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
$170 nightly
The price is $214
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel
Interior detail

12. Belford Hostel

Belford Hostel
2.0 star property
West End
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (48 reviews)
"Very nice people, easy going with rooms! Stayed for only one night, accessible to downtown"
United States
Logan
$92 nightly
The price is $116
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Belford Hostel
Aerial view

13. 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, (391 reviews)
"Close to public transport, friendly staff, nice chilling area with water supply."
Hong Kong SAR China
tik sang
$146 nightly
The price is $182
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
Exterior

14. Destiny Student Murano - Campus Accommodation

Destiny Student Murano - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
Leith
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (615 reviews)
"Extremely helpful staff, always with someone available at reception to assist."
United Kingdom
Crispen
$159 nightly
The price is $200
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Total with taxes and fees
Destiny Student Murano - Campus Accommodation
Exterior

15. Revolver Edinburgh

Revolver Edinburgh
2.0 star property
West End
6.4 out of 10, (50 reviews)
"Super friendly and nice staff"
Spain
Gema
$59 nightly
The price is $74
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
Revolver Edinburgh
Exterior

16. 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, (186 reviews)
" The hotel was clean, the staff were kind and friendly, it was located in the city center, the bar was very cozy, and the breakfast was good. I would definitely stay here again. Behnaz from Danmark☺️"
Denmark
Behnaz
$158 nightly
The price is $203
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
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St. Andrews Hostels information

Number of reviews
5,964
Accommodation
3 Hostels
Lowest Price
$74
Highest Price
$220

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in St. Andrews?
By staying at a hostel you can spend less on accommodations and save more of your budget for sightseeing during your trip. You can check out the historic sites and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of different forms, but they all have three main things in common, including budget prices, a social environment, and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
What are the best hostels in St. Andrews?
If you're trying to find a reasonable accommodation in St. Andrews, you might consider this popular choice: THE SPACE TO STAY APARTHOTEL - Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in St. Andrews?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, 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 40°F. Average annual precipitation for St. Andrews is 32 inches.
What is there to see and do in St. Andrews?
Depending on your interests, you might like to check out these things around St. Andrews. Get out into nature with places like West Sands, St. Andrews Botanic Garden, and Craigtoun Country Park. Cultural attractions include British Golf Museum, St. Andrews Preservation Trust Museum and Garden, and V&A Dundee. Visit landmarks like Swilken Bridge, Hill of Tarvit Mansion, and Barry Mill.
What's the best way to get to and around St. Andrews while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around St. Andrews on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Dundee (DND), located 12 mi (19.3 km) away from the city center. Another option is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), located 34.9 mi (56.1 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to use public transit to get around. If you're hoping to check out more of the surrounding area, head over to Leuchars Station to take a train.

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