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# EDI City hostel

Travelers find themselves in Edinburgh's historic center near the Royal Mile, where a hearty continental breakfast fuels days of urban exploration

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- Overview
- Rooms
- Location
- Policies

EDI City hostel sits just steps from St. Giles' Cathedral and the University of Edinburgh. Guests appreciate the welcoming environment while enjoying continental breakfast each morning and connecting with free WiFi in the common areas.

## Popular amenities

- Breakfast included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Housekeeping

## Room options

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### Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

- Sleeps 6
- 3 Single Bunk Beds

### Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

- Sleeps 8
- 4 Single Bunk Beds

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## About the area

Old Town Edinburgh, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, is home to EDI City hostel. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers 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. [Visit our Edinburgh travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh.dx6069845)

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50 Blackfriars St, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1NE

### What's nearby

- ![sunset time, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129680/b0aa6d48-51b3-4993-b8c7-66a149700e62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Royal Mile  
3 min walk \- 0.2 miles
- ![St. Giles\' Cathedral which includes interior views, religious elements and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501013/1398c98d-72cb-4d89-a51d-bf0d73ab678e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
St. Giles' Cathedral  
5 min walk \- 0.3 miles
- ![National Museum of Scotland showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081301/9c69aa59-16d0-45a4-bbed-58197df2e6e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
National Museum of Scotland  
6 min walk \- 0.3 miles
- ![Scenic sight in Edinburgh with the Castle in the background. Scotland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6169296/5a5dd4f9-eb40-49f5-b10f-3da6d4590abd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Grassmarket  
7 min walk \- 0.4 miles
- ![Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500994/fa5ce512-5bc1-4346-92b7-925b310f5462.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Edinburgh Castle  
12 min walk \- 0.7 miles

### Getting around

- Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station)  
6 min walk
- St Andrew Square Tram Stop  
12 min walk
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI)  
33 min drive

### Restaurants

- Bannerman's Bar  
1 min walk
- Whiski Bar & Restaurant  
3 min walk
- Royal Mile Tavern  
3 min walk
- The Inn on the Mile  
3 min walk
- The Royal Oak  
2 min walk

## About this property

### EDI City hostel

Hostel near Royal Mile 

Close to University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket, EDI City hostel provides amenities such as free continental breakfast. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. 

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## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

### Parking and transport

- No on-site parking available

### Food and drink

- Free continental breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10:30 AM

### Guest services

- Housekeeping (daily)

## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight 

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: GBP 10 

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18 

### Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

### Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Payment types at the property

## Important information

### Optional extras

- Early check-in fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. 

### You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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 

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.

### Property is also known as

EDI City hostel Edinburgh

EDI City hostel Edinburgh

EDI City hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

EDI City hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Edinburgh

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