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Our top choices for Galashiels hostels

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1. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,281 reviews)
"Great location, great staff"
United States
Aliasghar
The price is £143
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Double Room

2. Argyle Backpackers

Argyle Backpackers
4.0 star property
Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, Good, (382 reviews)
"Friendly, felt safe, nice location"
United States
Ryland
The price is £65
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Argyle Backpackers
Terrace/patio

3. Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (220 reviews)
"Great staff, Loved Adam at the bar!"
United States
Keira
The price is £123
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
Check-in/check-out kiosk

4. a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The hostel is close to royal miles one of the tourist attractions in Edinburgh. Definitely worth it for solo traveler"
Canada
Kamel Ibrahim
The price is £130
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
Property entrance

5. Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (215 reviews)
"Knowledgeable and helpful staff, great location, our private room had sofa as well as the twin bed so great for relaxing in."
United Kingdom
Emma
The price is £124
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
Bar (on property)

6. Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (285 reviews)
"Great location ! "
United States
Paula
The price is £172
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
Interior detail

7. Belford Hostel

Belford Hostel
2.0 star property
West End
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (49 reviews)
"Very nice people, easy going with rooms! Stayed for only one night, accessible to downtown"
United States
Logan
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Belford Hostel
Café

8. Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
5.0 star property
Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (238 reviews)
"Had a great stay"
United Kingdom
Chirag
The price is £121
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
Aerial view

9. St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel

St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
3.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
7.8 out of 10, Good, (393 reviews)
"The location of inn was perfect, breakfast if very delicious,"
United Kingdom
Maftuna
The price is £130
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
Reception

10. Haystack Hostel

Haystack Hostel
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (71 reviews)
"great hotel, thank you!"
Japan
Taiju
The price is £112
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Haystack Hostel
Exterior

11. Revolver Edinburgh

Revolver Edinburgh
2.0 star property
West End
6.4 out of 10, (51 reviews)
"Super friendly and nice staff"
Spain
Gema
The price is £50
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Revolver Edinburgh
Exterior

12. St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (187 reviews)
"The place to use as your base whilst in this beautiful City. Close to everything, The Old Town,Royal Mile ,Castle,then across Waverley Bridge to Princes Street .Absolute must if your on a budget,and are planning to be our every day. 4 bed dorm,clean ,shower,toilet facilities. When you check out ,storage for your luggage if like me your train is leaving in the afternoon. 2nd time using here...will always use here. Christmas next I think."
United Kingdom
Steve
The price is £151
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
Exterior

13. 7 Bedroom Townhouse

7 Bedroom Townhouse
Tollcross
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (13 reviews)
"My family of 14 enjoyed our stay very much."
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is £610
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
7 Bedroom Townhouse
Exterior

14. Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation
3.0 star property
Southside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice quiet place very clean and tidy very nice gardens and sightseeing, would recommend this stay as excellent the staff were very helpful"
United Kingdom
Valerie
The price is £8,528
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation
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Top Galashiels Hotel Reviews

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent ! Super déjeuner. Super emplacement !"
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Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

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Galashiels Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,431
Accommodation
35 Hostels
Lowest Price
£50
Highest Price
£8,528

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Galashiels?
You might like the prices at this top accommodation option in the surrounding area, which has positive reviews from our customers: Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG - 28.2 mi (45.4 km) from the heart of Galashiels. Located within a 5-minute walk of Royal Mile. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk at this hostel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Galashiels?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 3°C. Average annual precipitation for Galashiels is 858 mm.
What is there to see and do in Galashiels?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to explore these things around Galashiels. Get out into nature with places such as Bank Street Gardens, Wooplaw Community Woodlands and Mellerstain House. Cultural attractions include Old Gala House, Heart of Hawick and Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom. Visit landmarks such as Waverley Line, Thirlestane Castle and Smailholm Tower.
What's the best way to get to and around Galashiels while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Galashiels in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), located 31 mi (49.8 km) away from the city centre. Once you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. To check out more of the area, catch a train at Galashiels Station, Tweedbank Station or Stow Station.

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