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Haystack Hostel

4.0 star property
Travelers unwind with arcade games or browse the library collection after enjoying complimentary tea or coffee in the welcoming lobby area.

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Located in Edinburgh's center, Haystack Hostel combines comfort with convenience. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, secure luggage storage, and on-site laundry. The highly praised concierge team helps travelers navigate the city with insider tips.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is AED 484
AED 610 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep

Room options

View all photos for Basic Double Room

A neatly made bed with a white duvet, a brown throw blanket, and a pink towel. There is a small bedside table with a lamp and a power outlet. A window with yellow curtains is visible, and a yellow pillow is on the bed.

Basic Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, Haystack Hostel is near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Calton Hill and Princes Street Gardens, while National Museum of Scotland and Scottish National Gallery are cultural highlights. Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre and St. Andrew Square are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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5/3 West Register Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2AA

What's nearby

  • A park with a pathway, benches, and trees. In the background, there are historic buildings and a clock tower.
    Princes Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A historic building with ornate architecture and the name 'JENNERS' on the facade.
    St. Andrew Square
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A golden fountain with statues in a park with a large building in the background.
    Princes Street Gardens
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A large classical building with tall columns, surrounded by a grassy area with people walking and sitting.
    Calton Hill
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A historic castle on a hill with a statue in the foreground.
    Edinburgh Castle
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Dishoom Edinburgh
    2 min walk
  • Society Bar & Kitchen
    1 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • The Guildford Arms
    1 min walk

About this property

Haystack Hostel

  • Upscale hostel near St. Andrew Square
  • Located close to Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre and St. Giles' Cathedral, Haystack Hostel provides an arcade/game room, a library, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
    • Concierge services, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby
    • Smoke-free premises and tour/ticket assistance
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Haystack Hostel offer amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Showers and hair dryers
    • Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • 60 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: GBP 10 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Frequently asked questions

Is Haystack Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Haystack Hostel?

As of 10 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haystack Hostel on 1 September 2026 start from AED 484, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Haystack Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Haystack Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Haystack Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Haystack Hostel located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this hostel is steps from St. Andrew Square and Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre. Calton Hill and St. Giles' Cathedral are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh Waverley Station is only a 2-minute walk and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 3 minutes.

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Reviews

Haystack Hostel Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 67 reviews

Reviews