Haystack Hostel

Hostel in Edinburgh, steps from St. Andrew Square

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Located in Edinburgh's center, Haystack Hostel combines comfort with convenience. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, secure luggage storage, and on-site laundry. The highly praised concierge team helps travelers navigate the city with insider tips.

Good

Popular amenities

Housekeeping
Laundry
Kitchen
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Sept 29 - Sept 30

Tomorrow

Sept 30 - Oct 1

Basic Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Fridge

Hairdryer

5 bathrooms

Microwave

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Oven

Stovetop

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

About the area

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, Haystack Hostel is near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Calton Hill and Princes Street Gardens, while National Museum of Scotland and Scottish National Gallery are cultural highlights. Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre and St. Andrew Square are two other places to visit that come recommended.

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

What's nearby

St. Andrew Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
St. Giles' Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Princes Street Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
National Museum of Scotland - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Edinburgh Castle - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 3 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 3 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
‪Society Bar & Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
‪KFC - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Haystack Hostel

Upscale hostel near St. Andrew Square

Located close to Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre and St. Giles' Cathedral, Haystack Hostel provides an arcade/games room, a library and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
Concierge services, luggage storage and coffee/tea in reception
Smoke-free property and tour/ticket information

Room features

All guest rooms at Haystack Hostel offer amenities, such as free WiFi.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Showers and hairdryers
Communal kitchens, fridges and microwaves

Similar properties

Free WiFi
Breakfast available
Bar
Laundry

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

No on-site parking available
24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Library

Family friendly

Arcade/game room
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities

Conveniences

Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

60 steps to reach entrance
No lift

Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided

Food and drink

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Shared kitchen access

Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Cash deposit: GBP 10 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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

Government-issued photo identification and a 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

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Haggis Hostels Hostel Edinburgh

Haggis Hostels Hostel

Haggis Hostels Edinburgh

Haggis Hostels

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Haystack Hostel Edinburgh

Haystack Edinburgh

Haystack Hostel Edinburgh

Haystack Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Haystack Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is Haystack Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Haystack Hostel?

As of 29 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haystack Hostel on 26 Oct 2025 start from AU$237.66, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Haystack Hostel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Haystack Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Haystack Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Haystack Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Haystack Hostel located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this hostel is steps away from St. Andrew Square and Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre. Calton Hill and St. Giles' Cathedral are also within 10 minutes. St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.

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