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St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near Edinburgh Castle

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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

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area
  • Lockers available

Feel at home (4)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Hair dryer

Room options

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Twin Ensuite Room

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Private Double Ensuite Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Double Ensuite Room

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bed in 12 Bed Dorm, shared bathroom | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 12 Bed Dorm, shared bathroom

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 10 Bed Dorm, shared bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 9 Bed Dorm, shared bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8 Bed Dorm, shared bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed Dorm, shared bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm, shared bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 10 Bed Female Dorm, shared bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8 Bed Female Dorm, shared bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Single Room with Private Bathroom | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room with Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8-Bed Room Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Private 6-Bed Room Shared Bathroom | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 6-Bed Room Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
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About the neighborhood

Map
32 Market St, Edinburgh, Old Town, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1QB

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Mile - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grassmarket - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 4 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 29 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 24 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Milkman - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brewhemia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Booking Office (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gordon's Trattoria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bubba Q - ‬3 min walk

About this property

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Royal Mile and Princes Street. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Edinburgh Castle and George Street are within a 15-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 8 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 11 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
    • Children under age 18 must stay in a private room with their parents or guardians.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (5 years old and younger) not allowed
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Water dispenser

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Television in common areas
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Belushi's - This sports bar specializes in American cuisine. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 5 per person

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
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.

Also known as

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Are there restaurants at or near St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel?

Yes, Belushi's offers American cuisine.

What's the area around St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel like?

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel is a short 8-minute walk from St Andrew Square Tram Stop and 12 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Castle.

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Reviews

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Good transport.
Hon Chu, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I really enjoyed my stay
Yumi, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Basic comfortable hostel

Comfortable accommodation. Clean and close to major attractions and public transportation.
Lana, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice modern building! All works well as ads and good breakfast! I enjoyed much my time in there .
Cilene, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Wifi was unreliable but good location Good staff and comfy beds
Emitt, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Neat and clean property with very friendly staff and environment. I would love to come back
Saurav, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Kaitlin, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Overall fantastic, but can be quite loud.

Overall, fantastic location, friendly service, and quite clean. Safe area and right in the middle of everything! Easy access to public transit, food, shops, etc. Downside: bar next door is very loud and people come and go at ALL hours.
Mary, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

gross and loud
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great facilities and location but with more popular hostels comes less tailored service. Some organised activities but lacked a friendly family quality. Still a great stay. 8/10 would recommend.
Joshua, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Ok
Giovanna, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Loud and not nice showers

The noise from the bar blow was louder then imagined and didn't stop until midnight. Very expensive for what you get, also shower is very small and doesn't have a hose shower but a fixed shower which I don't like. Location is very central which is great.
G Garcia de, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Centralt, bra med gardinerna för sängen
Sasa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Lisa, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Nothing new, but I always check the bag and put on the lock while I go to the toilet, shower, or breakfast. Like I pick locks and unlock, repeat. However, the local travel is very good area for gardens, castles, shopping and museums.
Heydar, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

The primary down side is that there is no noise curfew. Also not really a common space to hang out and the toilet and shower closets are quite cramped. Otherwise, super helpful staff and fantastic location. I was grateful for air-conditioning in the room. I would consider staying again when under 18's are at school.
Danielle, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Ottima struttura, letti comodi, buona colazione e ottima posizione comoda al centro città e a tutti i mezzi pubblici.
Veronica, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was clean, close to the railway and a lot of things were at walking distance.
Maxime, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Super Lage, praktisch ohne besonderen Luxus. Toller Ausgangspunkt für alle Innenstadtaktivitäten. Betten sind bequem .
Christel, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great for what you pay. Rooms are well soundproofed and Aircon!!
Emma, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Breakfast not worth it

For a hostel St Christophers is decent in terms of beds and facilities. My stay was okay-ish but would have been good if the people from the breakfast kitchen were friendlier and caring or possess some kind of customer service. I wasnt expecting a spectacular 5 star hotel service but at least have the decency to treat customers right. I woke up late and went down at 930am for the breakfast which I had paid extra for. There was hardly any food left - just a couple of bread slices, ham and cheese. I think they had more had I come down earlier. They also ran out of orange juice on the juice bar and asked if I could have some - the young lady answered in a slightly rude way saying they were closing in half an hour and they are not putting out any more. Come on, you advertise that breakfast is from 7am-10am, then at least have the decency to offer breakfast and not left overs and at least give me a glass of orange juice. goodness, I paid for it and not asking you to give me breakfast at the kindness of your heart. It was humiliating. Because of that, I did not even bother to go the next day though had already paid for it. Management should look into this and train their staff for customer service skills.
2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Overall the property was extremely dirty and congested No ventilations in locker room as well as kitchen And it was very smelly all over Overall disappointed with my stay I will never book ST CHRISTOPHER , EDINBURGH neither I recommend to anyone Thanks
Vaibhav, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I stayed in the newer building do everything was very new and updated but that meant if i needed to speak to staff about anything, use the laundry or hang in the chill out room i had to walk across the street. Not much head space in the bunkbeds but they were stable. Lockers in room were convenient. Both dryers broken when i tried to do laundry. Easy walking distance from train and royal mile.
Melissa, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Naresh, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it
Muiz, 3-night trip

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