Haystack Hostel

2 stars
5/3 West Register Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2AA, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
8.3
Very good
based on 2698 reviews
2,698 reviews
Fri 24/10
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Sat 25/10
1 room, 2 guests
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$143
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
$143
Double room
$210
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Overview

Haystack Hostel is set in Edinburgh and is within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Bus Station. It is moments from Princes Street and shopping and nightlife options.

The hostel offers a concierge, luggage storage and a 24-hour reception. Airport transfers, a wake-up service and a laundry service are available on enquiry.

The light and airy rooms at Haystack Hostel offer a refrigerator and all the essentials for a comfortable stay. They are also fitted with a hair dryer, an oven and a microwave.

The location of the hostel permits convenient access to many tourist attractions. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh are a brief walk away.

8.3
Very good rating
Based on 2,698 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Haystack Hostel

Fri 24/10
Sat 25/10
Standard Room
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$143
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$209
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
$210
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$210
nightly with fees
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$240
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Haystack Hostel

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Airport shuttle
  • Internet
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Kitchen

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

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)

General

  • Window
  • Family rooms
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Lockers
  • City view
  • Privacy curtain
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Earplugs
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying

Dining

  • Dining table

Reviews of Haystack Hostel

8.3
Very good
2698 verified ratings
Wonderful
1275
Very good
594
Good
477
Okay
156
Fair
114
Mediocre
41
Poor
41

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7.7
Good
Anonymous, May 2017
Pros (+) Too many people in one room
Cons (-) Staff was fine to talk to
8.0
Very good
Emily, Apr 2017
Pros (+) Locations is great, a bit hidden but in close to everything in city centre, and Waverly station. We only came back to sleep in the room for a few hours. Rabbies Tours cafe/bus stop. We only had contact with 2 staff members both spoke spanish, Eduardo and a young lady with dark hair. They were both helpful and accommodating with our luggage. Email response is also quick. Restrooms and showers were ...
Cons (-) The sheets of the beds and cover had stains some dark black stains and small blood stains.
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8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Jun 2016
Pros (+) Really well recieved, the staff were brilliant, friendly and helpful. Constantly suggesting good local places to go. The rooms were clean and the facilities were excellent.
Cons (-) The only issue was the heat, the rooms were uncomfortably warm especially at night. But that was the only problem.

Location

5/3 West Register Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2AA

What's nearby

  • St. Andrew Square175 m
  • Edinburgh City Centre366 m
  • St Giles' Cathedral0.5 km
  • Princes Street Gardens0.5 km
  • Princes Street0.5 km
  • Calton Hill0.5 km
  • The Royal Mile0.5 km
  • National Museum of Scotland0.7 km
  • Edinburgh Castle0.8 km
  • Grassmarket0.8 km
  • Scottish Parliament Building0.9 km
  • University of Edinburgh1 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Haystack Hostel

  • How long should you stay at Haystack Hostel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Haystack Hostel

  • Where is Haystack Hostel located?

    Haystack Hostel is located at 5/3 West Register Street in New Town, 0.4 km from the centre of Edinburgh. St. Andrew Square is the closest landmark to Haystack Hostel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Haystack Hostel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Haystack Hostel.

  • Does Haystack Hostel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Haystack Hostel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Haystack Hostel from the airport?

    Haystack Hostel is 11.4 km from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Haystack Hostel is 56.4 km from Dundee.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.4
0.4 km
Edinburgh Turnhouse
11.4 km

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