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West End Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a restaurant, near Edinburgh Castle

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Front of property
Daily continental breakfast (GBP 6.00 per person)
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Ensuite | View from property
Private kitchen
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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35 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH12 5AU
  • Place, Dean Village
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, George Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite (12 beds)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 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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Japanese-style Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 906 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

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Ensuite

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

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite

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

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  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in West End, 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
  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Princes Street - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • George Street - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Princes Street Gardens - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wee Vault Edinburgh - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Platform 5 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Palmerston - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Dean Coffee Shop - ‬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 tours/tickets and luggage storage. This smoke-free hostel also has a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi.

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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 West End 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 Grassmarket within a short drive.

Is parking available on site 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 do couples enjoy most about 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, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at West End Hotel - Hostel?

No, at West End Hotel - Hostel, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

West End Hotel - Hostel Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 238 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 238 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 238 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sameern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My flight was delayed, and I arrived at 11:30 PM. The staff was very accommodating and still allowed me to check in without any issues. The place felt safe and comfortable, and I truly appreciated their flexibility.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
super clean and quiet, Lucas is very nice sobeverything was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 3 nights in the all-women room. Everything was clean, and the staff were super friendly and helpful. If I could suggest a few improvements, it would be to add some extra shelving in the bathroom, a full-length mirror, and shelving or a hanging area/locker space in the bedroom itself.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy excess to Edinburgh city centre
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lily

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The lack of communication I give them 2 out of 5, other than that the place was nice and clean. I have sent them an email requesting may I have for the lower bunk bed, but I Heardnothing back so I called them. They said they were gonna return my call but never did. communication bad
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cleaner and night staff are lovely.

They are renovating, which you are told by a note stuck on the wall. They have exposed wires, no mirrors, boxes with toilets sitting in bathrooms waiting to be installed, no locks on shower door, plug at bed not charging. The radiator on the top floor room is broken and is on all the time so that with the skylight heat, its way too hot. They charge £10 to move beds however given the heat, they let me move for no charge. I think he just couldnt be bothered arguing as hostel wasnt full. They also told us they were having an exterminator spray all the beds as there was complaints about bed bugs. They should close the hostel for a week to get everything fixed, cleaned, de-bugged and sorted as the standard is very poor in this transition period.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was my fourth stay at the West End, and as usual I was very happy with the service and cleanliness. The manager, Lucas, was very helpful and welcoming, and I am sure that I'll be returning because I have tried nearly all budget accomodations in Edinburgh and find that this one offers the best value. Anyone who uses hostels knows that part of the experience is determined by the people who happen to be there as well, but at this place there is a very nice bar and a kitchen for guest use, so no need to spend all of your time in the room itself. The location is ideal: very close to the Leith walkway and the two Modern Art Galleries. If you are travelling light, it is possible to walk to the West End from Waverly, enjoying the beauty of Edinburgh all along the way!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
They are in the process of renovation so things werent complete
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bayhano

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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

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