Well situated in the center of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Backpackers provides free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property is located a 12-minute walk from University of Edinburgh, 200 yards from The Real Mary King's Close and a 2-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station. The property is close to popular attractions like Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Playhouse and EICC. All guest rooms feature bed linen. Popular points of interest near the hostel include Royal Mile, National Museum of Scotland and Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 6.2 miles from Edinburgh Backpackers.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Edinburgh, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6!


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
7.3
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Value for money
7.6
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
8.7
Low score for Edinburgh
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Area info

Amenities of Edinburgh Backpackers

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules
Edinburgh Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardJCBMaestroDiscoverSoloDebit card Cash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Edinburgh Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Edinburgh Backpackers

  • Edinburgh Backpackers is 1,300 feet from the center of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Edinburgh Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at Edinburgh Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Edinburgh Backpackers is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.