Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

5.0 star property
Hostel with a restaurant, a short walk to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

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Daily self-serve breakfast for a fee
Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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9 Haddington Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH7 4AL
  • Place, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Standard Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory (Male)

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory (Female)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Triple Room, Ensuite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Triple Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street. This 271-room, 5-star hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Royal Mile - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Edinburgh Castle - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Down the Hatch - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Santu Coffee Roastery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Joker & the Thief - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Not Just Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Spry - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Hostel with a restaurant, a short walk to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee in a common area. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with access to locker space and luggage storage. Additional amenities include an arcade/game room and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Refrigerators, ovens, and stovetops are also standard.

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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

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5.95 to 10.50 for adults and GBP 5.95 to 9.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for self-serve breakfast: approximately GBP 5.95 to 10.50 for adults, and GBP 5.95 to 9.50 for children
  • Towels fee: GBP 3.00 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
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, 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

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.
  • 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

Edinburgh Central Hostel
Edinburgh Central Youth
SYHA Edinburgh Central
Hostel Edinburgh Central
Youth Hostel Edinburgh Central
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Scotland
Edinburgh Central Youth Hotel Edinburgh
Central Youth Hostel
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Scotland
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Edinburgh
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Edinburgh City Centre within a short 17-minute walk of Royal Mile and also 5 minutes on foot from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. You'll also find Princes Street and George Street less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel feature a casino at the property?

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

Is there an indoor pool at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk at this hostel.

Does Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel have a hot tub?

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

Does Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel serves self-serve breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

The closest major airport to Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 9.8 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel?

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