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14 Aug - 16 Aug
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Our top choices for Kirkcaldy hostels

Living area

1. Edinburgh College Residence

Edinburgh College Residence
1.0 star property
Pilton
7.0 out of 10, Good, (93 reviews)
"Only stayed 1 night but was perfect for an overnighter and provided everything we needed"
United Kingdom
Harris
The price is £99
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Edinburgh College Residence
Double Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, individually furnished, bed sheets

2. Argyle Backpackers

Argyle Backpackers
4.0 star property
Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, Good, (376 reviews)
"It was fine, especially if you’re looking for an inexpensive and good location."
Canada
Jessica
The price is £81
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Argyle Backpackers
Property entrance

3. Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (210 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
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
Bar (on property)

4. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,256 reviews)
"It was a great hostel to stay at!"
United States
Sreeraksha
The price is £138
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Courtyard

5. Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation

Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
Abbeyhill
7.4 out of 10, Good, (785 reviews)
"Great room + great staff"
United Kingdom
Amy
The price is £144
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation
Exterior

6. 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 £162
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation
Interior detail

7. Belford Hostel

Belford Hostel
2.0 star property
West End
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (46 reviews)
"Very nice people, easy going with rooms! Stayed for only one night, accessible to downtown"
United States
Logan
The price is £99
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Belford Hostel
Café

8. Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
5.0 star property
Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (233 reviews)
"Had a great stay"
United Kingdom
Chirag
The price is £126
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
Reception

9. Haystack Hostel

Haystack Hostel
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (67 reviews)
"Clean room, great location, everyone was friendly. And for the price and the fact that’s it’s a hostel. 5/5 "
United States
Dylan
The price is £123
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Haystack Hostel
Terrace/patio

10. 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, (217 reviews)
"Great staff, Loved Adam at the bar!"
United States
Keira
The price is £168
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
Bar (on property)

11. 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 £134
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
Exterior

12. Revolver Edinburgh

Revolver Edinburgh
2.0 star property
West End
6.6 out of 10, (46 reviews)
"Super friendly and nice staff"
Spain
Gema
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Revolver Edinburgh
Check-in/check-out kiosk

13. a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Town Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 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 £143
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel
Aerial view

14. 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, (385 reviews)
"Close to public transport, friendly staff, nice chilling area with water supply."
Hong Kong SAR China
tik sang
The price is £146
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
Exterior

15. Destiny Student Murano - Campus Accommodation

Destiny Student Murano - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
Leith
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (606 reviews)
"If you're just looking for a place to lay your head down for the night during the summer months, this was a decent price. The student staff were friendly and accommodating. They allowed us to store our bags for a small fee so that we could explore Edinburgh without toting our bags around. Not a bad place!"
United States
Kyle
The price is £115
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Destiny Student Murano - Campus Accommodation
Exterior

16. 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, (186 reviews)
" The hotel was clean, the staff were kind and friendly, it was located in the city center, the bar was very cozy, and the breakfast was good. I would definitely stay here again. Behnaz from Danmark☺️"
Denmark
Behnaz
The price is £251
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
Exterior

17. 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 £615
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
7 Bedroom Townhouse
Lobby sitting area

18. Destiny Student Shrubhill - Campus Accommodation

Destiny Student Shrubhill - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
Leith
7.4 out of 10, Good, (343 reviews)
"We stayed here for a concert, was ideal, shared kitchen but I didn’t use it, you have your own room & shower I would stay here again."
United Kingdom
Lianne
The price is £115
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Destiny Student Shrubhill - Campus Accommodation
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Top Kirkcaldy Hotel Reviews

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

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Kirkcaldy Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,954
Accommodation
39 Hostels
Lowest Price
£62
Highest Price
£251

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Kirkcaldy?
You may like the prices at this top accommodation in the area, which has good reviews from our travellers: Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG - 12.8 mi (20.5 km) from the heart of Kirkcaldy. 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 Kirkcaldy?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 14°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Kirkcaldy is 835 mm.
What is there to see and do in Kirkcaldy?
Generally, Kirkcaldy is known for its bars, rowing and ice skating. Top attractions include Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. Get out into nature with places such as Pathhead Sands, Wemyss Caves and Silver Sands Beach. Cultural attractions include Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.
What's the best way to get to and around Kirkcaldy while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Kirkcaldy on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from the city centre. Another option is Dundee (DND), located 23.8 mi (38.3 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. Train stations such as Kirkcaldy Station and Glenrothes with Thornton Station make it easy to see more of the area.

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