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West End Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a restaurant, near Edinburgh Castle

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Experience the classic charm of the West End Hotel, featuring a historic facade with a grand entrance, large windows, and a beautifully manicured garden.
Relax in our inviting lobby, featuring a comfortable sofa, lush greenery, and a bookshelf with a curated selection of reading materials.
Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, and a range hood.
Enjoy a view of the surrounding neighborhood from this room's window.
Relax in our elegant lobby, featuring a comfortable seating area with a bar and dining space.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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35 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH12 5AU
  • Princes Street
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Murrayfield Stadium
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Ensuite

  • 159 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Ensuite

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • 906 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Ensuite

  • 159 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Design Shared Dorm Couple Friendly

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite (12 beds)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 374 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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18 Bed Mixed Dorm with Shared Bathroom – Room 2

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Exceptional
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  • 243 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Haymarket, West End Hotel - Hostel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Princes Street and George Street. This 10-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Dean Village - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Princes Street - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • George Street - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Murrayfield Stadium - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 7 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wee Vault Edinburgh - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Haymarket Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • Starbucks
  • ‪Platform 5 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Palmerston - ‬4 min walk

About this property

West End Hotel - Hostel

Hostel with a restaurant, near Edinburgh Castle
At West End Hotel - Hostel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. This smoke-free hostel also has a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi.

Languages

English

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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

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 6 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 5 for check-in between midnight and 8:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 20 per stay

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

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 6.00 per person
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 5 for check-in between midnight and 8:00 AM

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

West End Edinburgh
West End Hotel Hostel
West End Hotel Hostel Edinburgh
West End Hostel Edinburgh
West End Hotel - Hostel Edinburgh
West End Hotel - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at West End Hotel - Hostel?

West End Hotel - Hostel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around West End Hotel - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Haymarket within a short 10-minute walk of Princes Street and also 12 minutes on foot from George Street. You'll also find Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at West End Hotel - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does West End Hotel - Hostel have a casino on the premises?

No, West End Hotel - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at West End Hotel - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at West End Hotel - Hostel?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a terrace at this hostel.

Does West End Hotel - Hostel have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does West End Hotel - Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, West End Hotel - Hostel serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does West End Hotel - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at West End Hotel - Hostel.

Does West End Hotel - Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from West End Hotel - Hostel?

The closest major airport to West End Hotel - Hostel is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 6.8 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at West End Hotel - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at West End Hotel - Hostel.

West End Hotel - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 221 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 221 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 221 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 221 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 221 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ale

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The area was alright. For the price and the time of my stay it was fair I think. I got the room on the floor they are making renovations, and that wasn't a problem. I didn't like the lights on the toilets were automated and only turned on when you were on the outside. I was still on the shower when the lights were off. The person doing the check in was a bit condescending, with the fact I had to walk the stairs with a a roller bag, which I didn't mind, but the way he said: "it is what it is", it was unnecessary. Other than that, like I said, for the price it was alright.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Jihad

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
...........
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raidah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfotable and clean!!! Hoping to stay longer! Easy to access and the staffs are friendly ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garth

Very friendly staff nice area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Amenities
Don't believe the reviews or property amenities, no restaurant, diffinately no breakfast. I was on the 4th floor with plenty of stairs. Mainly the absence of breakfast as is listed is a no go

2/10 Terrible

Vatsla

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not a Comfy place at all, toilets were limited and unclean, Hand washes are not working and the roommates were snooring a lot, such a terrible place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ujjawal

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a terrible experience in staying at west end there was lot of people staying in one hostel room, and some of them were snooring so loud, apart from that the toilets were very dirty and the seats were broken and very limited toilets were there as there are lot of people staying at….
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Divas

Liked: Amenities
Really good for a short stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay on a budget, very friendly staff and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

One of the cleanest hostels I have been so far, just a half an hour walk from the old town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really nice staff and very decent price in the midst of the edinburgh fringe festival. Convenientyl located, only a 30 minute walk from the pleasance dome area. My only issue was that the bedroom was unbearably hot (outside temp only reached highs of 24⁰ so I dread to think what it would be like if it were even hotter outside). Otherwise very clean and typical of hostel with (3-tiered) bunk beds. Despite the heat I did sleep well. They have decent facilities including a bar which seemed alright although I didn't personally make use of it. Free wifi too. Would recommend if you're travelling on a lower budget :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stay away from room no4.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Morris

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

Very very uncouth stuff

I had a very terrible experience in this hostel. Check out on hotelscom at the time I booked was 11am but at about 10:30am I came out of the shower with a towel wrapped around my waist to meet 4 cleaners in my room, all my belongings had been moved out. I asked one of the cleaners about my items/what was happening and to my surprise they said checkout was 10am so they have moved all my items to the reception. I went downstairs to ask the receptionist about the situation and he said checkout was 10am so I should move out of the premises. NO APOLOGIES. It was so uncivilized, inhumane and an insensitive act to take against your guest who was at least in the shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Morris

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

West End is a Worst End

Deck space between the bunk beds are too small, room smells, space for luggage in bedrooms not provided
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hostel is great, one manager Sam is a very good manager, helpful, professional and friendly, the other manager is not good, not professional and should not be a manager or staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Room with a view

Set in a beautiful area of Haymarket, clearly signed, outdoor benches upon arrival for relaxing, garden outside behind hostel for quiet moments, large rooms with lockers and en-suite facilities. In-house bar serving multiple refreshments, kitchen facilities in basement for self catering, lounge area with large bay windows to watch the world passing..
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Razak

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good thank you for all work in hostels
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Razak

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great hostel and friendly staff, thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Razak

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

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