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St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

2.0 star property
Experience Edinburgh’s vibrant culture from this central hub. Unwind at the bar or explore nearby Princes Street and St Giles' Cathedral.

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Located near Royal Mile, St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel offers a lively atmosphere with laundry facilities, a bar and restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi or enjoy the TV in the lobby while multilingual staff assist you.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a digital menu board, a geometric patterned floor, and a large wall mural.

Private Twin Ensuite Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a window, a wooden desk, a bed, and a wall with a fire safety emblem.

Private Double Ensuite Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a mural of a building and a red curtain.

Bed in 12 Bed Dorm, shared bathroom

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with a mattress and a wall mural of a city street.

Bed in 10 Bed Dorm, shared bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk room with bunk beds, a wardrobe, and a cityscape mural on the wall.

Bed in 9 Bed Dorm, shared bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a bunk bed, a window with curtains, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

Bed in 8 Bed Dorm, shared bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with a "Live Your Life" sign, a window with curtains, and a wall with a partial view of a poster.

Bed in 6 Bed Dorm, shared bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk room with two beds, blue curtains, and a window with a view of buildings.

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm, shared bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with a logo and text on the lower bunk.

Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with a mattress and a wall mural of a city street.

Bed in 10 Bed Female Dorm, shared bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a bunk bed, a window with curtains, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

Bed in 8 Bed Female Dorm, shared bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, white bedding, and a wall with a repeating pattern of golden locks.

Single Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a window, curtains, and a wall decoration.

Private 8-Bed Room Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a window and curtains.

Private 6-Bed Room Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Old Town Edinburgh, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, is home to St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and Grassmarket. Check out an event or a game at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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32 Market St, Edinburgh, Old Town, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1QB

What's nearby

  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.
    Royal Mile
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A park with a pathway, benches, and trees. In the background, there are historic buildings and a clock tower.
    Princes Street
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A church interior with a large organ, stained glass windows, and floral arrangements.
    St. Giles' Cathedral
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A stone pathway leading to historic buildings with a castle in the background.
    Grassmarket
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A historic castle on a hill with a statue in the foreground.
    Edinburgh Castle
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station
    3 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop
    8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Milkman
    4 min walk
  • Brewhemia
    2 min walk
  • Luckenbooths
    2 min walk
  • The Booking Office (Wetherspoon)
    2 min walk
  • Pret a Manger
    3 min walk

About this property

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

  • Hostel near Royal Mile
  • A short walk from Princes Street and Grassmarket, St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel provides laundry facilities, a bar, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk
    • A vending machine, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
    • A water dispenser, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel have amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Showers, hair dryers, and soap
    • Heating and daily housekeeping

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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 buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Belushi's

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh Original Hostel]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Children under age 18 must stay in a private room with their parents or guardians.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 5 are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 5 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Children younger than 18 years are not allowed in the bars and pubs.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this hostel is steps from Edinburgh Dungeon and Royal Mile. Princes Street and St. Andrew Square are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 184 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Behnaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was clean, the staff were kind and friendly, it was located in the city center, the bar was very cozy, and the breakfast was good. I would definitely stay here again. Behnaz from Danmark☺️
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very accommodating and made the overall experience pleasant. They were attentive, friendly, and always ready to help with any requests. However, one issue I noticed was that the toilets didn’t flush properly, which was a bit inconvenient.otherwise great service.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nihat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Brilliant hostel with great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MEHAK

great clean place. alot of facilities and very frendly staff. but the only issue was that they have two buildings. and i got room in the oposite of main building. which is great as well. just that kitchen service was only available in the main building. so thats a bit downside but still loved the service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Prince

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of the hostel is perfect. In addition the staff members are very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to train station, central location, staff super friendly, rooms clean, beds a bit hard for 50 and over
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for what you pay. Rooms are well soundproofed and Aircon!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Super Duper Economical Hostel

Absolutely fabulous Customer Service at all times from staff, super value for money continental breakfast and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good, the room was perfect and it was very convenient. I will recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Lana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Basic comfortable hostel

Comfortable accommodation. Clean and close to major attractions and public transportation.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I honestly love this place, cut through the train station, across the road and 2 min walk, perfect. The staff are always there for whatever you need. The breakfast might not be a hot one, but definitely worth the price, and the cartoons are hilarious - I’m a big kid at heart. I know hostels aren’t for everyone, but if ya’s are in a group, it’s a lot easier… Bar across the road serves breakfast and has awesome prices with the wee deal card. Apart from one other place I’ve found, this would be my choice!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Emitt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wifi was unreliable but good location Good staff and comfy beds
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cilene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice modern building! All works well as ads and good breakfast! I enjoyed much my time in there .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Saurav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Neat and clean property with very friendly staff and environment. I would love to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff in general was excellent day,evening, night and Beluchi’s
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nhung

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is really convenient, nearby every tourist attraction places. However the toilet is not too clean. But I only stay for 2 nights so it’s acceptable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Abhijeet

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
At a very good location. The station is just 1 min away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great convienent location right next to the train station and close to the Royal Mile along with a short walk all the other main attractions. Quiet rooms (bar some inconsiderate guests) and decent facilities. Staff were lovely and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It was great.

Friendly staffs. Good wifi conditions. Clean toilets and shower rooms. Near the main station. Near the sightseeing spots. Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is as good as it gets, and the price was fair. The bathrooms were new and cleaned though the hostel has two online listings since it is split into two unconnected buildings on either side of the road. The Belushi part of the hostel has 0 common spaces and the common spaces in the original building where the main reception area is located are tiny. There is no kitchen of course and breakfast isn't included. Laundry was £4 per wash and £4 per dryer which is fair, though there are only two machines for each, and each cycle is in excess of 1 hour. The staff were friendly and professional though I wouldn't return again since this is more of a commercial hostel and frankly the interior is very drab and clinical. reception area a
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Érika

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is basic but clean and very central. There are not many showers and toilets for the number of guests but if you get up early or shower in the evening you can avoid queuing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean rooms and tidy bathrooms. Very courteous reception
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shreyas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extremely helpful and friendly front desk! Rooms were perfect, bathrooms / toilets were kept clean, excellent location close to everything (I didn't even have to take public transit!). The only con is the common areas aren't big enough or nice enough given the number of people the hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, good selection of bunk/room options & optional breakfast. Only 2 toilets/showers for many bunks. Clean from first glance, but dirty walls in bunks & bathroom floors.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024