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Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel

2.0 star property

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Front of property
Family dining
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Courtyard
Property amenity

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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15 Robertson's Close, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1LY
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Apartment, 5 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 5 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Apartment, 6 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel is adjacent to Royal Mile and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Princes Street. This 199-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Victoria Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grassmarket - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 5 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bannerman's Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪noodle 'n' rice - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Salt Horse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cabaret Voltaire - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Stramash - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel

At Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a terrace. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. This hostel also has laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Dining areas, sitting areas, and safes are also standard. Bathrooms are shared.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between July 03 and September 01.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 10.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 4 PM—-11 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hostel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

SYHA Edinburgh Metro
Metro Youth Hostel
Edinburgh Metro Youth
Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel Edinburgh
Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Old Town Edinburgh, just steps from Royal Mile, and within a 10-minute walk of Princes Street and Grassmarket. You'll also find Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street Gardens less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel have a casino on the premises?

No, Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some rooms include a courtyard view and a kitchenette.

Does Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel.

Does Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel?

The closest major airport to Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 8 mi away (27 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel.

Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 52 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ユースホステルでした。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Mein Zimmer war ruhig und sauber. Das Bett war gut. Das Badezimmer könnte mal saniert werden. Für ein Hostel aber ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Das Personal war super und freundlich und hat mir meinen (sehr schweren) Koffer aufs Zimmer getragen. Die Matratze ist aber so durchgelegen, dass ich besser auf dem Boden geschlafen hätte. Mir tun die Studenten leid, die während des Semesters in solchen Betten schlafen müssen.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

C C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good for a night's digs

Was as expected. Basic accommodation at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It's a student accommodation during term time, so do not expect hotel service. It's still great for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Le personnel est présent pour aider, cependant la propreté et le rapport qualité/prix pourrait être amélioré.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best value for the Fringe

Third year staying here for the fringe - excellent location, basic but clean facilities, great staff. Being able to leave luggage (at no extra charge) is great too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Julian

Liked: Staff & service

OK stay during the Fringe Festival

This hostel is ideally located for attending the Fringe festival, but it is far from glamourous. Each room is quite small, basic and the floorboard creak loudly. The shared bathroom (between five) on each corridor is outdated and super basic. You will need to bring or hire towels and toiletries as they are not provided here. Good think is that there is a shared kitchen with fridge, so if you want to cook and eat on a budget or just have a cup of tea you can with ease, but walking down the corridor expect more creaking. In my room too, the window was open, which made it very cold and noisy during my stay as people talking in the courtyard and arriving early (late am) to check in were often inconsiderate of guests trying to sleep off an early AM return to sleep. On the up side it is fairly cheap most nights, but I would not pay more than £40 a night to stay here. Even at that point is overcharging aka a theft from your pockets.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

me

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fringe in Edinburgh just awesome. Beautiful city.. Central hostal
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

SusieQ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Right in the centre of Edinburgh

Student accommodation which is basic and can be noisy but is right at the centre of the action for the Festival. Single rooms only.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ella

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, everything else not so much

I booked this hotel during the Edinburgh Fringe festival at very short notice (only booked my holiday 2 weeks before going) so it won on the price and the location front. Took about 2 minutes to walk from my room to the Royal Mile (via Hunter Square) which was fantastic, and a taxi ride back from literally any of the shows I went to see would cost less than 5 pounds (so cheap in comparison to taxis back home where a similar journey would cost you 3 times as much!) Onto the negatives... This facility operates as student accommodation for most of the year, so keep in mind that you are booking a private room in an apartment with shared bathroom/kitchen facilities. I was aware of this going in, but nothing could have prepared me for the stench in the living room, the crusted on "who knows what this is" on the oven/stove top, and the fact that every time I went to use the bathroom, it looked as though one of my "flatmates" had partaken in a pee party all over the bathroom floor. Pee everywhere, you almost could have opened a public swimming pool there was so much of it. The front desk staff would not send someone up to get it cleaned. The bed itself was like lying on a slab of concrete, with a very sad foam mattress.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Erica

Great location, bathroom wasn't too clean

Stayed there for the bank holiday weekend, room was big and spacious (it had a funny smell though). The shared bathroom was cleaned only the first day of my stay, for the rest of the 2 days, no one cleaned it. Compared to the other hostel of this chain, I was a bit disappointed.
Verified

6/10 Okay

claudia

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Colchón incomodisimo!

El colchón tenía una cubierta tan finita que sus resortes me lastimaron impidiéndome dormir la primera de las 4 noches y la solución fue darme un acolchado para disminuir la incomodidad, no cambiarme el colchón! No me avisaron que llevará mi propia toalla, hay que pagar 2 libras por una! Y sacarse uno mismo sus sábanas y dejarlas abajo antes de irse!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good location but noisy

The hostel located in a good location, but very noisy as next to the pub Staff are very nice and helpful Facilities are basic but as it's a hostel, I don't expect too much
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location in the middle of the Fringe events

Excellent location that was in the middle of old town right on the door step of all the different free fringe events. Staff were really friendly and I felt safe while traveling alone.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Pratique et abordable mais peu agréable

Chambre en cité universitaire, confort minimal, faible isolation phonique la nuit, nombreux escaliers durs à monter. Tranche avec le charme d'Edinburgh, mais bien situé dans la vieille ville, à une rue du Royal Mile et environ 1 mile du chateau.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Hostel within walking distance to the Royal Mile.

Room was clean & staff nice. Location very central. If you have a problem with stairs or staying above a pub this place is not for you.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Davor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Invest some money

I had the worst polyester bed linen ever which nobody changed once in a whole week. It was actually an overpriced student dorm I would not recommend to anyone caring for a good night sleep. The only thing good about it is the location.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Shame

Wasn't happy that the rooms were mixed, wasn't told that when I booked. Will stay in other hostels in future. Its a shame as the location was ideal.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Near from city center, which is good, quite loud neighborhood in the middle of the night though.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Okay place to spend a couple of nights however it can get loud from outside noise and only one flat pillow is provided which doesn't make the best nights sleep.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Old hostel in need of an update

The hostel is old and is really in need of an update, especially the bathroom, but it is in a really great location just minutes walk from the Royal Mile. It is also very quiet and safe. My stay was quite pleasant.
Verified

6/10 Okay

HYOJEONG

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

아주 가난한 여행자에게 추천

싼 만큼 더럽고 주변 시끄러웠어요
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

noisy in the night but great location

I am not a big fan of night life and I stay in this hostel when festivals were in heat. Many performers and visitors are crowded on the roads surrounded this place and it was extremely noisy in the night. The noise would not stop until around 4 am in the morning! So bring your ear buds and prepare to be awakened during your sleep. Otherwise, the room is clean, the restroom is large, and I like the kitchen very much. It is located in the city center and it just needs a few minutes walk to most attractions.
Verified

4/10 Poor

jj

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

싼 맛에라도 전 별로..

객실 창문이 안열려서 암청 답답합니다.. 거기다 겨울 솜이불... 밤에 자가 더워서 밖에 가서 앉아있다 왔네요.. 구리고 메트리스도 너무 불편해요.. 제가 만약 아 곳을 가시 찾는다면 진짜 찾다찾다 잘 곳이 없을 때 최후의 선택으로 전 찾을거 같아요. 5파운드짜리 아침 조식은 맛있어요