Princes Street Hostel

Hotel located steps from St. Andrew Square

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When you stay at Princes Street Hostel , you'll be in a fantastic location, only a five-minute walk from Princes Street and St. Andrew Square. Also, George Street and Royal Mile are within a short 10-minute walk. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 8 minutes.

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

Main amenities (3)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Breakfast available
  • Limited hour front desk

Room options

Classic Double Room, City View | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Classic Double Room, City View | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Classic Double Room, City View | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Classic Double Room, City View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, City View

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

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About the area

Map
5 West Register Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2AA

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 - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 43 min drive
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 4 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 5 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 25 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Society Bar & Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dishoom Edinburgh - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Haute Dolci - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Princes Street Hostel

When you stay at Princes Street Hostel , you'll be in a fantastic location, only a five-minute walk from Princes Street and St. Andrew Square. Also, George Street and Royal Mile are within a short 10-minute walk. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 8 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 25 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 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

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

    • No on-site parking

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • To-go breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 50+ Mbps)

More

  • Housekeeping once per stay

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 5 per person

Renovations and closures

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

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Is Princes Street Hostel currently open?

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

Are pets allowed at Princes Street Hostel ?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Princes Street Hostel ?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Princes Street Hostel .

What are the check-in and check-out times at Princes Street Hostel ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What's the area around Princes Street Hostel like?

Princes Street Hostel is a short 3-minute walk from St Andrew Square Tram Stop and 7 minutes' walk from Royal Mile.

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