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Edinburgh West Side Hostel
1 star

Edinburgh West Side Hostel

479 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, EH11 3AD, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
See location+44 750 506 9465
7.3
Good
based on 417 reviews
417 reviews
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Set in Edinburgh, Edinburgh West Side Hostel is within walking distance of Gorgie and provides a swimming pool. It also offers free wireless internet.

There are a range of facilities on offer to those staying at the hostel, such as a shared kitchen, room service and a designated smoking area.

Edinburgh West Side Hostel has 16 rooms that are equipped with all the essentials to ensure an enjoyable stay. They are also fitted with a refrigerator, an oven and a microwave.

After settling in to their room, guests can explore the local area with use of Slateford Railway Station, which is within a 10-minute walk of the hostel. Edinburgh Castle, Princes Street and St Giles Cathedral are only a brief drive away.

Rating
7.3
Good
Based on 417 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Edinburgh West Side Hostel

  • Adults only
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • TV
  • Internet
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenware
  • Stovetop
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dining area
  • Kitchen

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Adults only
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Dining

  • Dining table

General

  • Carpeted

Services and conveniences

  • Room service

Reviews of Edinburgh West Side Hostel

7.3
Good
417 verified ratings
Wonderful
106
Very good
61
Good
71
Okay
41
Fair
38
Mediocre
33
Poor
67

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Location

479 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, EH11 3AD

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Zoo1 mi
  • Napier University1.1 mi
  • Haymarket1.5 mi
  • Edinburgh Castle2.3 mi
  • Grassmarket2.3 mi
  • Princes Street Gardens2.4 mi
  • Princes Street2.4 mi
  • University of Edinburgh2.5 mi
  • National Museum of Scotland2.5 mi
  • St Giles' Cathedral2.6 mi
  • Edinburgh City Centre2.7 mi
  • St. Andrew Square2.7 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Edinburgh West Side Hostel

Low season

April

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

£38

Average price (weekend night)

£39
Cheapest month to stay with an average 34% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 40% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Edinburgh West Side Hostel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Edinburgh West Side Hostel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Edinburgh West Side Hostel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and June.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Edinburgh West Side Hostel, plan to stay on a Thursday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Edinburgh West Side Hostel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £33, while the most expensive was £33.
  • How long should you stay at Edinburgh West Side Hostel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.
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FAQs when booking at Edinburgh West Side Hostel

  • Where is Edinburgh West Side Hostel located?

    Edinburgh West Side Hostel is located at 479 Gorgie Road in West, 2.5 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. Edinburgh Zoo is the closest landmark to Edinburgh West Side Hostel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Edinburgh West Side Hostel?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Edinburgh West Side Hostel.

  • Does Edinburgh West Side Hostel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Edinburgh West Side Hostel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Edinburgh West Side Hostel offer free parking?

    Yes, Edinburgh West Side Hostel offers free parking.

  • How far is Edinburgh West Side Hostel from the airport?

    Edinburgh West Side Hostel is 4.9 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Edinburgh West Side Hostel is 36.9 miles from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Edinburgh West Side Hostel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Edinburgh West Side Hostel in Edinburgh and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Edinburgh West Side Hostel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Edinburgh West Side Hostel.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.6

Distance to city centre

2.5 mi

Nearest airport

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Distance to airport

4.9 mi

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