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Our top choices for Charlestown hostels

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1. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,276 reviews)
"Great location, great staff"
United States
Aliasghar
The price is AU$267
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Interior detail

2. Belford Hostel

Belford Hostel
2.0 star property
West End
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (49 reviews)
"Very nice people, easy going with rooms! Stayed for only one night, accessible to downtown"
United States
Logan
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Belford Hostel
Double Room

3. Argyle Backpackers

Argyle Backpackers
4.0 star property
Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, Good, (381 reviews)
"Friendly, felt safe, nice location"
United States
Ryland
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Argyle Backpackers
Property entrance

4. Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (214 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
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
Terrace/patio

5. 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, (220 reviews)
"Great staff, Loved Adam at the bar!"
United States
Keira
The price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
Exterior

6. Revolver Edinburgh

Revolver Edinburgh
2.0 star property
West End
6.4 out of 10, (51 reviews)
"Super friendly and nice staff"
Spain
Gema
The price is AU$93
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Revolver Edinburgh
Exterior

7. 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, (1,003 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
The price is AU$228
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation
Bar (on property)

8. 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
The price is AU$284
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
Reception

9. 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
The price is AU$220
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Haystack Hostel
Check-in/check-out kiosk

10. a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"The hostel is close to royal miles one of the tourist attractions in Edinburgh. Definitely worth it for solo traveler"
Canada
Kamel Ibrahim
The price is AU$278
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
Café

11. Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
5.0 star property
Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (237 reviews)
"Had a great stay"
United Kingdom
Chirag
The price is AU$228
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
Aerial view

12. 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, (392 reviews)
"Great location Great staff. You can rent towels, lockers and padlocks. Right next to train station and airport buses. Room got hot. Rūta was great and very helpful."
United Kingdom
James
The price is AU$250
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
Exterior

13. 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, (187 reviews)
"The place to use as your base whilst in this beautiful City. Close to everything, The Old Town,Royal Mile ,Castle,then across Waverley Bridge to Princes Street .Absolute must if your on a budget,and are planning to be our every day. 4 bed dorm,clean ,shower,toilet facilities. When you check out ,storage for your luggage if like me your train is leaving in the afternoon. 2nd time using here...will always use here. Christmas next I think."
United Kingdom
Steve
The price is AU$278
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
Exterior

14. 7 Bedroom Townhouse

7 Bedroom Townhouse
Tollcross
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (13 reviews)
"My family of 14 enjoyed our stay very much."
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$1,109
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
7 Bedroom Townhouse
Exterior

15. Stirling Youth Hostel

Stirling Youth Hostel
4.0 star property
Stirling
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (106 reviews)
"Staff were good. Located very near the castle and restaurants. Could tell staff kept it very clean and organized. Beds a little flat and water not drinkable due to old pipes but for the price very reasonable and safe. Staff offered to keep our luggage in foyer while we were at the sites, really appreciated the friendly and helpful insights."
Canada
Krista
The price is AU$108
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stirling Youth Hostel
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Top Charlestown Hotel Reviews

YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

8/10 Good
"A clean and modern hotel within easy reach of Princes Street and many restaurants. Some of the staff were friendly and kind, others appeared disinterested. Having more staff available at reception would improve the experience and reduce queues. The room was spacious and well equipped. Bed was large and comfortable - great nights sleep. Breakfast was ok- hot and cold options available but again could have benefited from more staff to help replenish food and drinks. Overall, it was a comfortable stay."
Debbie 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
YOTEL Edinburgh

Find out more about Charlestown

Charlestown Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,159
Accommodation
40 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$93
Highest Price
AU$1,109

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Charlestown?
You may like the prices at this top accommodation option in the surrounding area, which has positive reviews from our travellers: Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG - 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from the heart of Charlestown. Located within a 5-minute walk of Royal Mile. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk at this hostel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Charlestown?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Charlestown is 933 mm.
What is there to see and do in Charlestown?
Top attractions include Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. Get out into nature with places such as Silver Sands Beach, Cramond Island and Helix Park. Locals like to shop at Gyle Shopping Centre and Livingston Designer Outlet.
What's the best way to get to and around Charlestown while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Charlestown on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), located 8.1 mi (13 km) away from the city centre.

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