St Christopher's Edinburgh - Old Town
US$176
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$176
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at St Christopher's Edinburgh - Old Town average US$106 in the cheapest month (January) and US$292 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | US$106 |
| February | US$116 |
| March | US$153 |
| April | US$182 |
| May | US$202 |
| June | US$206 |
| July | US$216 |
| August | US$292 |
| September | US$176 |
| October | US$165 |
| November | US$151 |
| December | US$140 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$292)
Cheapest: January (~US$106)
About this property
Adults-only hostel with a restaurant, 24-hour front desk, and convenient access to Edinburgh's Old Town attractions.
Location
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 Grassmarket and Princes Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Vending machines
Guest reviews
7.7
Good
Based on 1,957 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
2%
Couple
11%
Family
4%
Group
38%
Solo
42%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Old Town is a centrally located, hostel-style stay near Waverley Station, praised for friendly staff and convenience, but with small common areas and limited bathrooms that can feel crowded at busy times.
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What guests think
St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Old Town is a centrally located, hostel-style stay near Waverley Station, praised for friendly staff and convenience, but with small common areas and limited bathrooms that can feel crowded at busy times.
Dorms are basic with triple bunks and low headroom; some rooms have air conditioning and decent soundproofing, while others pick up guest or station noise and a few beds feel hard or creaky. Cleanliness is mixed, with many noting tidy rooms and bathrooms but several citing smelly or dirty shower pods and tired surfaces. Breakfast through the bar across the street is mostly continental and viewed as good value. Expect a budget, social stay with tradeoffs typical of busy hostels.
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Facilities
Common areas are small and can get crowded, and some buildings lack a dedicated chill room. Shared bathrooms are limited for the number of guests, and occasional maintenance issues like broken dryers were reported.
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Tanya
22 Nov 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Beware that there’s no kitchen but there’s a microwave. The chilling room for travelers is often crowded and small so if that not your thing, I don’t recommend. However, everything else was great.
Beware that there’s no kitchen but there’s a microwave. The chilling room for travelers is often crowded and small so if that not your thing, I don’t recommend. However, everything else was great.
8
JEESEUNG
10 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 4 nights
It's in the city center so most of the sightseeing places are in walking distance. Close to the Waverley train station. My room has two floor which gave good separation with 10 people in the room. Room was warm. My building did not have any break room, so I had to go out to the different building for water. Bed was clean, though height was too low to sit straight. Toilet was a bit smelly, but overall, okay.
It's in the city center so most of the sightseeing places are in walking distance. Close to the Waverley train station. My room has two floor which gave good separation with 10 people in the room. Room was warm. My building did not have any break room, so I had to go out to the different building for water. Bed was clean, though height was too low to sit straight. Toilet was a bit smelly, but overall, okay.
8
Rosemary
2 Feb 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
8
Melissa
19 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 4 nights
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.
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.
6
Danielle
4 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
8
Joshua
7 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 7 nights
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.
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.
10
Shreyas
21 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
8
Amy
8 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
4
Francis
17 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
It probably worth the price. Poor mattress and pillow, constant in and out from people until almost midnight, craking bed. You must be ready for company, strangers from anywhere around you all the time. Located downtown so you are near of every touristic attractions in Edinburg. Additionnal fee for a towel (3£), padlock (4£), morning breakfast (5-6£) Small showers and toilets. (~1m2)
It probably worth the price. Poor mattress and pillow, constant in and out from people until almost midnight, craking bed. You must be ready for company, strangers from anywhere around you all the time. Located downtown so you are near of every touristic attractions in Edinburg. Additionnal fee for a towel (3£), padlock (4£), morning breakfast (5-6£) Small showers and toilets. (~1m2)
8
Cilene
23 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice modern building! All works well as ads and good breakfast! I enjoyed much my time in there .
Very nice modern building! All works well as ads and good breakfast! I enjoyed much my time in there .
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Cleanliness
Reports vary: several guests found rooms and bathrooms clean, while others noted smelly or dirty shower pods and marked walls or floors.
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8
JEESEUNG
10 Jan 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
It's in the city center so most of the sightseeing places are in walking distance. Close to the Waverley train station. My room has two floor which gave good separation with 10 people in the room. Room was warm. My building did not have any break room, so I had to go out to the different building for water. Bed was clean, though height was too low to sit straight. Toilet was a bit smelly, but overall, okay.
It's in the city center so most of the sightseeing places are in walking distance. Close to the Waverley train station. My room has two floor which gave good separation with 10 people in the room. Room was warm. My building did not have any break room, so I had to go out to the different building for water. Bed was clean, though height was too low to sit straight. Toilet was a bit smelly, but overall, okay.
10
Jonah
18 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Clean rooms and tidy bathrooms. Very courteous reception
Clean rooms and tidy bathrooms. Very courteous reception
10
Bradley
20 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly staff and clean facilities
Very friendly staff and clean facilities
6
Jessica
9 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
I asked to change three rooms and have never done that before in any hostel. One room had bad roommates (not the hostel's fault) then the second room was essentially inside the train station. There is a second building which backs immediately onto the station. You can imagine the noise from the doors beeping incessantly from 4/5am every morning. All the toilet and shower pods were full of long hair and were not that clean. Staff were very good and accommodating. The location is great. The four-bed female dorm with en-suite was decent, although tiny, but the other two rooms I tried weren't very good. The hostel doesn't feel designed for travellers, but people may find it OK for a night.
I asked to change three rooms and have never done that before in any hostel. One room had bad roommates (not the hostel's fault) then the second room was essentially inside the train station. There is a second building which backs immediately onto the station. You can imagine the noise from the doors beeping incessantly from 4/5am every morning. All the toilet and shower pods were full of long hair and were not that clean. Staff were very good and accommodating. The location is great. The four-bed female dorm with en-suite was decent, although tiny, but the other two rooms I tried weren't very good. The hostel doesn't feel designed for travellers, but people may find it OK for a night.
10
Maxime
26 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It was clean, close to the railway and a lot of things were at walking distance.
It was clean, close to the railway and a lot of things were at walking distance.
10
Eva
19 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Close to train station, central location, staff super friendly, rooms clean, beds a bit hard for 50 and over
Close to train station, central location, staff super friendly, rooms clean, beds a bit hard for 50 and over
10
Suna
1 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, cheap and centrally located.
Clean, cheap and centrally located.
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Vaibhav
22 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
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Amy
8 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
Nhung
13 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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
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
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Rooms
Dorms are basic with triple bunks and low headroom; some beds are hard or creaky. Some rooms have air conditioning and fair soundproofing, but others pick up station or guest noise.
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10
Kaitlin
6 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
8
JEESEUNG
10 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 4 nights
It's in the city center so most of the sightseeing places are in walking distance. Close to the Waverley train station. My room has two floor which gave good separation with 10 people in the room. Room was warm. My building did not have any break room, so I had to go out to the different building for water. Bed was clean, though height was too low to sit straight. Toilet was a bit smelly, but overall, okay.
It's in the city center so most of the sightseeing places are in walking distance. Close to the Waverley train station. My room has two floor which gave good separation with 10 people in the room. Room was warm. My building did not have any break room, so I had to go out to the different building for water. Bed was clean, though height was too low to sit straight. Toilet was a bit smelly, but overall, okay.
10
Mc
13 Mar 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Quiet
Quiet
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Melissa
19 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 4 nights
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.
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.
6
Jessica
9 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
I asked to change three rooms and have never done that before in any hostel. One room had bad roommates (not the hostel's fault) then the second room was essentially inside the train station. There is a second building which backs immediately onto the station. You can imagine the noise from the doors beeping incessantly from 4/5am every morning. All the toilet and shower pods were full of long hair and were not that clean. Staff were very good and accommodating. The location is great. The four-bed female dorm with en-suite was decent, although tiny, but the other two rooms I tried weren't very good. The hostel doesn't feel designed for travellers, but people may find it OK for a night.
I asked to change three rooms and have never done that before in any hostel. One room had bad roommates (not the hostel's fault) then the second room was essentially inside the train station. There is a second building which backs immediately onto the station. You can imagine the noise from the doors beeping incessantly from 4/5am every morning. All the toilet and shower pods were full of long hair and were not that clean. Staff were very good and accommodating. The location is great. The four-bed female dorm with en-suite was decent, although tiny, but the other two rooms I tried weren't very good. The hostel doesn't feel designed for travellers, but people may find it OK for a night.
8
dan
23 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
A bed is divided into three layers, and three people can live on it，So each floor is very short, and people sitting on it can't seat up straight,we live together with men and women.
A bed is divided into three layers, and three people can live on it，So each floor is very short, and people sitting on it can't seat up straight,we live together with men and women.
8
Emma
25 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Great for what you pay. Rooms are well soundproofed and Aircon!!
Great for what you pay. Rooms are well soundproofed and Aircon!!
10
Eva
19 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Close to train station, central location, staff super friendly, rooms clean, beds a bit hard for 50 and over
Close to train station, central location, staff super friendly, rooms clean, beds a bit hard for 50 and over
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Danielle
4 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
4
Francis
17 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
It probably worth the price. Poor mattress and pillow, constant in and out from people until almost midnight, craking bed. You must be ready for company, strangers from anywhere around you all the time. Located downtown so you are near of every touristic attractions in Edinburg. Additionnal fee for a towel (3£), padlock (4£), morning breakfast (5-6£) Small showers and toilets. (~1m2)
It probably worth the price. Poor mattress and pillow, constant in and out from people until almost midnight, craking bed. You must be ready for company, strangers from anywhere around you all the time. Located downtown so you are near of every touristic attractions in Edinburg. Additionnal fee for a towel (3£), padlock (4£), morning breakfast (5-6£) Small showers and toilets. (~1m2)
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Service
Staff are widely praised as friendly and helpful across shifts. A few guests mentioned miscommunication or less personalized service when busy.
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10
Érika
29 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great customer service 👍
Great customer service 👍
10
Kaitlin
6 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
10
Bradley
20 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly staff and clean facilities
Very friendly staff and clean facilities
10
Lisa
26 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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!
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!
6
katy
6 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was great!! My only issue was the location. I know it was really close to the Train station and was easy once I knew where it was but I was told it was directly opposite and it wasnt!! I spent about 10 mins looking for it in the dark and was getting really worked up :( I had to ask for directions and only then found it was a minute down the road. Why wouldnt I be told this when asking?? Being told its directly opposite when you have to walk down the hill slightly when coming out the station is quite misleading for people like me who have no idea where it is!!
It was great!! My only issue was the location. I know it was really close to the Train station and was easy once I knew where it was but I was told it was directly opposite and it wasnt!! I spent about 10 mins looking for it in the dark and was getting really worked up :( I had to ask for directions and only then found it was a minute down the road. Why wouldnt I be told this when asking?? Being told its directly opposite when you have to walk down the hill slightly when coming out the station is quite misleading for people like me who have no idea where it is!!
6
Danielle
4 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
10
Daniel
14 Aug 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Staff in general was excellent day,evening, night and Beluchi’s
Staff in general was excellent day,evening, night and Beluchi’s
10
Prince
5 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location of the hostel is perfect. In addition the staff members are very helpful.
The location of the hostel is perfect. In addition the staff members are very helpful.
10
John
17 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely fabulous Customer Service at all times from staff, super value for money continental breakfast and great location!
Absolutely fabulous Customer Service at all times from staff, super value for money continental breakfast and great location!
8
Joshua
7 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 7 nights
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.
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.
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Location
Exceptionally central next to Waverley Station and within walking distance of the Royal Mile and major sights. Most guests praised the convenience, though one found directions from the station unclear at night.
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Kaitlin
6 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
8
Lana
3 Nov 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Comfortable accommodation. Clean and close to major attractions and public transportation.
Comfortable accommodation. Clean and close to major attractions and public transportation.
10
Lisa
26 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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!
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!
10
Maxime
26 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It was clean, close to the railway and a lot of things were at walking distance.
It was clean, close to the railway and a lot of things were at walking distance.
8
Elias
21 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location
Location
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katy
6 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was great!! My only issue was the location. I know it was really close to the Train station and was easy once I knew where it was but I was told it was directly opposite and it wasnt!! I spent about 10 mins looking for it in the dark and was getting really worked up :( I had to ask for directions and only then found it was a minute down the road. Why wouldnt I be told this when asking?? Being told its directly opposite when you have to walk down the hill slightly when coming out the station is quite misleading for people like me who have no idea where it is!!
It was great!! My only issue was the location. I know it was really close to the Train station and was easy once I knew where it was but I was told it was directly opposite and it wasnt!! I spent about 10 mins looking for it in the dark and was getting really worked up :( I had to ask for directions and only then found it was a minute down the road. Why wouldnt I be told this when asking?? Being told its directly opposite when you have to walk down the hill slightly when coming out the station is quite misleading for people like me who have no idea where it is!!
10
Suna
1 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, cheap and centrally located.
Clean, cheap and centrally located.
10
Nihat
2 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Brilliant hostel with great location!
Brilliant hostel with great location!
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Abhijeet
31 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
At a very good location. The station is just 1 min away.
At a very good location. The station is just 1 min away.
6
Tianna
24 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Basic hostel in good location.
Basic hostel in good location.
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Dining
Breakfast is offered via the bar/restaurant across the street; it is mainly continental and generally seen as good value. One review noted it is not a hot breakfast.
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Tanya
22 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beware that there’s no kitchen but there’s a microwave. The chilling room for travelers is often crowded and small so if that not your thing, I don’t recommend. However, everything else was great.
Beware that there’s no kitchen but there’s a microwave. The chilling room for travelers is often crowded and small so if that not your thing, I don’t recommend. However, everything else was great.
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Lisa
26 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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!
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!
10
Daniel
14 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 5 nights
Staff in general was excellent day,evening, night and Beluchi’s
Staff in general was excellent day,evening, night and Beluchi’s
10
John
17 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely fabulous Customer Service at all times from staff, super value for money continental breakfast and great location!
Absolutely fabulous Customer Service at all times from staff, super value for money continental breakfast and great location!
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Tanveer
11 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We got a small cozy room with en-suite bathroom. It was neat. The hotel is mainly a hostel with a very few rooms with en-suite . But given the high cost of hotel rooms in Edinburgh in August , the price of this room was good . Can’t complain . Breakfast is provided by a restaurant opposite to the hotel .
We got a small cozy room with en-suite bathroom. It was neat. The hotel is mainly a hostel with a very few rooms with en-suite . But given the high cost of hotel rooms in Edinburgh in August , the price of this room was good . Can’t complain . Breakfast is provided by a restaurant opposite to the hotel .
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Amy
8 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Francis
17 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It probably worth the price. Poor mattress and pillow, constant in and out from people until almost midnight, craking bed. You must be ready for company, strangers from anywhere around you all the time. Located downtown so you are near of every touristic attractions in Edinburg. Additionnal fee for a towel (3£), padlock (4£), morning breakfast (5-6£) Small showers and toilets. (~1m2)
It probably worth the price. Poor mattress and pillow, constant in and out from people until almost midnight, craking bed. You must be ready for company, strangers from anywhere around you all the time. Located downtown so you are near of every touristic attractions in Edinburg. Additionnal fee for a towel (3£), padlock (4£), morning breakfast (5-6£) Small showers and toilets. (~1m2)
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Cilene
23 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice modern building! All works well as ads and good breakfast! I enjoyed much my time in there .
Very nice modern building! All works well as ads and good breakfast! I enjoyed much my time in there .
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Alexis
21 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect for our one night stay as a group of 5 in a private room! Great location, clean, and relatively quiet!
Perfect for our one night stay as a group of 5 in a private room! Great location, clean, and relatively quiet!
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Camila
10 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Good, but could be better. It’s ok if you’re staying only one or two nights
Good, but could be better. It’s ok if you’re staying only one or two nights
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Isabella
4 May 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Of all the advantages of this Inn, the best was the location. I left the train station, crossed the street and there it was. Then, to go to the airport, the bus leaves from the corner of the street, not even 2 minutes walking. The Royal Mile, the Castle, the National Gallery, Victoria street, Princess street, all at 15 minutes walking tops. Perfect! Breakfast was great the first morning, then it was not possible to eat yogurt or eggs if you have breakfast after 9 am. But the day everything was available was surprisingly good. The chill out room and lockers were good too. Staff members are nice, I'm Brazilian and one of them spoke portuguese perfectly. The sheets were clean, the curtains at each bed helps the privacy. I booked a bed in a female 6 beds room with private bathroom and highly recommend it.
Of all the advantages of this Inn, the best was the location. I left the train station, crossed the street and there it was. Then, to go to the airport, the bus leaves from the corner of the street, not even 2 minutes walking. The Royal Mile, the Castle, the National Gallery, Victoria street, Princess street, all at 15 minutes walking tops. Perfect! Breakfast was great the first morning, then it was not possible to eat yogurt or eggs if you have breakfast after 9 am. But the day everything was available was surprisingly good. The chill out room and lockers were good too. Staff members are nice, I'm Brazilian and one of them spoke portuguese perfectly. The sheets were clean, the curtains at each bed helps the privacy. I booked a bed in a female 6 beds room with private bathroom and highly recommend it.
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Janet
30 Mar 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Jennifer
14 Mar 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location directly behind Waverley Station!
Great location directly behind Waverley Station!
FAQs about St Christopher's Edinburgh - Old Town
Is breakfast offered at the hostel?
Yes, a scrumptious breakfast is available each morning at the hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out availability and costs are not specified.
Where is the hostel located?
The hostel is located in Old Town Edinburgh, near key landmarks such as the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, with convenient access to public transport.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.
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Check-in time starts at15:00Check-in time ends at02:00Check-out time ends at11:00
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
Age Requirements
Minimum age to check in is 18 years old
Pets
Pets not allowed;
Front Desk Services
Contactless check-out is available; The check-in location differs from the property location. Check-in location: [St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh Original Hostel]. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. 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.
Identification
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges;
Children And Extra Bed Policy
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy; Children younger than 18 years are not allowed in the bars and pubs; Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted at this property;
Dining
At St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 5 per person;
Popular amenities
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Vending machines
General
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Vending machines
Adults only
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Internet
Free wi-fi
Services
Housekeeping
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
24-Hour Front Desk
Lockers Available