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Princes Street Hostel

Property class: 2
Hotel near Royal Mile in Edinburgh

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A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a sink, and a dishwasher.
A building with a sign for 'Princes Street Backpackers' listing amenities like private rooms, 24-hour reception, and luggage storage.
A room with a large window, two red chairs, a white dresser, and a vintage suitcase.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with a menu, and a fire extinguisher.
A hotel room with a bed, a red chair, a window with curtains, a white sink, and a mirror.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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5 West Register Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2AA
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Andrew Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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A small, neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a single chair.

Classic Double Room, City View

  • City view
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre stay.At this Edinburgh City Centre hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Princes Street and George Street, both within a 5-minute walk. Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • St. Andrew Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • George Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Mile - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 2 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Society Bar & Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dishoom Edinburgh - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Maki Ramen - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Princes Street Hostel

Hotel near Royal Mile in Edinburgh
Public spaces have free WiFi.
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
Princes Street Hostel offers 25 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5 per person

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 shared bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 3 2025 to February 28 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately GBP 5 per person

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

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Princes Hostel Edinburgh

Princes Street Hostel Edinburgh

Princes Street Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Princes Street Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

How close is Princes Street Hostel to the airport?

Princes Street Hostel is 8.4 mi (43-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Princes Street Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Princes Street Hostel .

How close is Princes Street Hostel to the beach?

This hotel is 3.1 mi (20-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.2 mi (40-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Princes Street Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Princes Street Hostel , but to-go breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 5 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Princes Street Hostel ?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Princes Street Hostel ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Princes Street Hostel ?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Princes Street Hostel have a pool?

Princes Street Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Princes Street Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Princes Street Hostel to downtown Edinburgh?

Princes Street Hostel is 0.1 mi away from Edinburgh.

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