Located near Royal Mile, St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel offers a lively atmosphere with laundry facilities, a bar and restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi or enjoy the TV in the lobby while multilingual staff assist you.
32 Market St, Edinburgh, Old Town, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1QB
What's nearby
Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Royal Mile - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Grassmarket - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Edinburgh Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive
Edinburgh Waverley Station - 3 min walk
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 4 min walk
Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 29 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 8 min walk
Princes Street Tram Stop - 11 min walk
Balfour Street Tram Stop - 24 min walk
Restaurants
The Booking Office (Wetherspoon) - 2 min walk
Brewhemia - 2 min walk
Grand Cafe at the Scotsman - 2 min walk
KFC - 4 min walk
The Albanach - 3 min walk
About this property
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Royal Mile and Princes Street. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Edinburgh Castle and George Street are within a 15-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 8 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 11 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
18 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [St Christopher's Inn Edinburgh Original Hostel]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Children under age 18 must stay in a private room with their parents or guardians.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (5 years old and younger) not allowed
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Water dispenser
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Television in common areas
Lockers available
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Soap
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Special features
Dining
Belushi's - This sports bar specializes in American cuisine. Happy hour is offered.
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 5 per person
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Children younger than 18 years are not allowed in the bars and pubs.
Also known as
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel Edinburgh
Frequently asked questions
Does St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Are there restaurants at or near St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel?
Yes, Belushi's offers American cuisine.
What's the area around St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel like?
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel is a short 8-minute walk from St Andrew Square Tram Stop and 5 minutes' walk from Royal Mile.
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St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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7.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
Close to train station, central location, staff super friendly, rooms clean, beds a bit hard for 50 and over
Eva
Eva, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2025
Great stay!
Brilliant hostel with great location!
Nihat
Nihat, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2025
It was good, the room was perfect and it was very convenient. I will recommend it.
Johanna
Johanna, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 11, 2025
It was ok to stay in
William
William, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 19, 2025
I stayed in the newer building do everything was very new and updated but that meant if i needed to speak to staff about anything, use the laundry or hang in the chill out room i had to walk across the street. Not much head space in the bunkbeds but they were stable. Lockers in room were convenient. Both dryers broken when i tried to do laundry. Easy walking distance from train and royal mile.
Melissa
Melissa, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2024
Super Duper Economical Hostel
Absolutely fabulous Customer Service at all times from staff, super value for money continental breakfast and great location!
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
The location is really convenient, nearby every tourist attraction places. However the toilet is not too clean. But I only stay for 2 nights so it’s acceptable
Nhung
Nhung, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2025
The location of the hostel is perfect. In addition the staff members are very helpful.
Prince
Prince, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 23, 2024
Very nice modern building! All works well as ads and good breakfast! I enjoyed much my time in there .
Cilene
Cilene, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2024
I really enjoyed my stay
Yumi
Yumi, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 3, 2024
Basic comfortable hostel
Comfortable accommodation. Clean and close to major attractions and public transportation.
Lana
Lana, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 2, 2025
This hostel is basic but clean and very central. There are not many showers and toilets for the number of guests but if you get up early or shower in the evening you can avoid queuing.
Rosemary
Rosemary, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2024
Great customer service 👍
Érika
Érika, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 20, 2024
Todo muy bien, solo son pocos baños por área de dormitorios, o por lo menos donde estuve.
Excelente ubicación, muy rico el restaurante anexo y muy amable su personal
Sandra
Sandra, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2024
Very nice
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2024
Neat and clean property with very friendly staff and environment. I would love to come back
Saurav
Saurav, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2024
Good
Kabilan
Kabilan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 1, 2024
Clean, cheap and centrally located.
Suna
Suna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2024
Clean rooms and tidy bathrooms. Very courteous reception
Jonah
Jonah, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 6, 2024
Wifi was unreliable but good location
Good staff and comfy beds
Emitt
Emitt, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2024
Convenient
John
John, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 9, 2023
Really great spot for a quick trip. Affordable and clean :)
Samantha
4/10 Fair
Feb 16, 2025
gross and loud
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2024
Staff in general was excellent day,evening, night and Beluchi’s
Daniel
Daniel, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 31, 2024
At a very good location. The station is just 1 min away.