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Our top choices for Prestonpans hostels

A neatly made bed with pillows and towels, a wooden headboard, and bedside lamps.

1. CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,326 reviews)
"Best hostel to stay 😊"
Canada
Marie A
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
A cozy room with a wicker rocking chair, a table, and a view of the street through large windows.

2. Argyle Backpackers

Argyle Backpackers
4.0 star property
Edinburgh
7.6 out of 10, Good, (398 reviews)
"Great clean cheap accommodations felt very safe no concerns"
Canada
Megan
The price is £59
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Argyle Backpackers
A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a red carpet, and a reception desk.

3. a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect for the youth. Great socialising, good facilities. Thursdays karaoke night was fun. Amenities are nice- pool table, board games, Pac-Man, morning continental breakfast (paid extra). Open 24x7"
United Kingdom
Mansi
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
A modern interior with a blue sofa, wooden flooring, and large windows with blinds.

4. Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
5.0 star property
Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (247 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Ary
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
A cozy seating area with a red bench, a small table, and a hanging light fixture.

5. Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (287 reviews)
"Great location ! "
United States
Paula
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

6. Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (250 reviews)
"Location was perfect for the attractions on the Royal Mile. Also bus stop for airport."
United States
Alan
The price is £87
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
A historic building with a curved facade, multiple windows, and ornate iron balcony railings.

7. St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel

St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
3.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (405 reviews)
"The location of inn was perfect, breakfast if very delicious,"
United Kingdom
Maftuna
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
A pool table in a room with brick walls, a wooden bench, and a table lamp.

8. Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (229 reviews)
"Really fun place to stay! Comfortable beds, great food and drink. So close to all the things you want and the royal mile"
Canada
Julia
The price is £87
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
A building with two illuminated entrances, one with a 'R' sign and another with a 'P' sign, suggesting restrooms.

9. Revolver Edinburgh

Revolver Edinburgh
2.0 star property
West End
6.8 out of 10, (72 reviews)
"Comfy bedding/ beds, nice staff and overall nice place in general - about 20mins to main centre. The hostel is in a nice area would go again"
United Kingdom
Jason
The price is £49
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Revolver Edinburgh
A bar area with a television screen, a sign offering a 50% discount on craft cans, and a sign promoting international sports events.

10. St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (191 reviews)
"Perfect for our one night stay as a group of 5 in a private room! Great location, clean, and relatively quiet!"
Canada
Alexis
The price is £137
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

11. Belford Hostel

Belford Hostel
2.0 star property
West End
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (50 reviews)
"A solid, budget friendly place to stay."
United Kingdom
Rowan
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Belford Hostel
A stone building with a red door, multiple windows, and a balcony.

12. 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 £569
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
7 Bedroom Townhouse
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Prestonpans Hotel Reviews

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

8/10 Good
"Friendly helpful staff, great loction and the breakfast was good."
Neil 2-night trip
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Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

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Prestonpans Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,880
Accommodation
36 Hostels
Lowest Price
£49
Highest Price
£569

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Prestonpans?
You may like the nightly rates at this top accommodation in the area, which gets good reviews from our customers: Apex Grassmarket Hotel - 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from the heart of Prestonpans. 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 Prestonpans?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: 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 Prestonpans is 835 mm.
What is there to see and do in Prestonpans?
In general, Prestonpans is known for its: beaches and museums. Top attractions include Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. Get out into nature with places such as Seton Sands, Longniddry Bents and Portobello Beach. Cultural attractions include Prestongrange Museum, Queen's Hall and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.
What's the best way to get to and around Prestonpans while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Prestonpans in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 15.2 mi (24.5 km) from the city centre. Once you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. If you're hoping to explore more of the area, make your way to Prestonpans Station to take a train.

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