Edinburgh Hostel Prices

How much do hostels in Edinburgh cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Edinburgh, Scotland range from $17 to $278/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 30 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $21.

Based on current listed prices, November is typically the cheapest month (around $17/night) and October the most expensive (around $21/night).

How these prices work: Hostelworld listings, based on one night and the selected dorm-bed type. “Typical starting price” is the median of daily minimum prices across 22 contributing properties—not the typical hostel’s price. Amounts are converted to USD; verify availability and final taxes and fees on Hostelworld. Filters can narrow the advertised results below, but this summary remains citywide. Latest city scrape: 2026-09-22T01:48:18.497Z.

Cheaper dates to stay

The lower-priced dates currently available include November 8 (one night),November 9 (one night),November 10 (one night). Cheaper stay dates show when lower prices are available. They do not say how far ahead to book.

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Local knowledge for Edinburgh

Where to stay

Grassmarket and the Cowgate are where most budget accommodation clusters, sitting at the base of the Old Town a short walk from the Royal Mile without paying the premium of sleeping directly on it. Leith, Edinburgh's port neighborhood off Leith Walk, has cheaper options and a decent food scene around The Shore, though you'll rely on the bus or tram back into the center.

Getting around

A Lothian Buses day ticket (a few pounds) covers unlimited travel across the city. Single fares add up quickly, so buy it the moment you take your second trip of the day.
Arthur's Seat is a 45-minute hike up an extinct volcano in Holyrood Park, free, and gives better views of the skyline than any paid lookout. Go before 9am to have it mostly to yourself.
Greyfriars Kirkyard is free to walk through and far quieter than the Royal Mile. It connects directly up to George IV Bridge, which saves you backtracking through tourist foot traffic.

When to go

January through March has the lowest rates and plenty of availability. August is the Fringe Festival, and the whole city fills up weeks in advance at prices that can run three to four times normal. Hogmanay (New Year's Eve) is the other blackout period to plan around or book very early.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Edinburgh cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $21. Dorm beds currently range from $17 to $278/night across the next 3 months of availability.

What are cheaper dates to stay in Edinburgh?

Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Edinburgh include November 8, November 9, November 10.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Edinburgh?

HostelHound currently tracks 30 hostels in Edinburgh, Scotland.

What's the cheapest month to stay in a hostel in Edinburgh?

Among the upcoming dates we track, November has the lowest median daily starting price in Edinburgh. On a typical date that month, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $17/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Edinburgh?

Grassmarket and the Cowgate are where most budget accommodation clusters, sitting at the base of the Old Town a short walk from the Royal Mile without paying the premium of sleeping directly on it. Leith, Edinburgh's port neighborhood off Leith Walk, has cheaper options and a decent food scene around The Shore, though you'll rely on the bus or tram back into the center.

What is the best time of year to visit Edinburgh?

January through March has the lowest rates and plenty of availability. August is the Fringe Festival, and the whole city fills up weeks in advance at prices that can run three to four times normal. Hogmanay (New Year's Eve) is the other blackout period to plan around or book very early.