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Edinburgh West Side Hostel

Hire, Adults only

1 star

479 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, EH11 3AD

+44 750 506 9465
7.3
Good

based on 417 reviews

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About Edinburgh West Side Hostel, Edinburgh

Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.7
Location
7.3
Services
7.9
Staff
8.2
Value for money
7.6
Edinburgh West Side Hostel is set in Edinburgh and is within a short walk of local attractions, including Gorgie and Edinburgh Corn Exchange. It offers free Wi-Fi, a swimming pool and room service. There are a range of facilities on offer to those staying at the hostel, such as a shared kitchen and a designated smoking area. Edinburgh West Side Hostel has 16 well-appointed rooms that are filled with a variety of essential amenities to ensure guests have an enjoyable stay. They are also equipped with a refrigerator, a microwave and an oven. After settling in to their room, guests can explore the local area with use of Slateford Railway Station, which is within a 10-minute walk of the hostel. Edinburgh Castle, Princes Street and St Giles Cathedral are a quick car ride away.

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Rooms

Thu 8/5
Fri 9/5

Hostel Amenities & Facilities

  • Adults only
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • TV
  • Internet
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Kitchen

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

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Adults only
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Dining

  • Dining table

General

  • Carpeted

Services and conveniences

  • Room service

Reviews

7.3
GoodBased on 417 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • Well equipped kitchen to cook. (in 16 reviews)
  • "I've stayed in most of the backpackers hostels in Edinburgh, some for many months." (in 2 reviews)
  • "Sarah was beautiful, very helpful." (in 2 reviews)
Cons -
  • The pub downstairs is not loud. (in 7 reviews)
  • Demanding to use dirty black tea towels to dry dishes (in 1 review)
  • Location is good esp if you came with bus from airport. (in 1 review)


Edinburgh West Side Hostel room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does Edinburgh West Side Hostel compare to other 1-star hotels in Edinburgh?

    There is a £293/night difference in the average price of 1-star hotels in Edinburgh (£318/night) and the average nightly rate at Edinburgh West Side Hostel (£25/night).

  • How far is Edinburgh West Side Hostel from Edinburgh Turnhouse?

    If you're looking to go directly from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Edinburgh West Side Hostel, expect a 14min drive as they are around 4.9 mi apart.

  • What is the best way to get to Edinburgh West Side Hostel from Edinburgh Turnhouse?

    If you intend to hire a car to travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse to the hotel, you will have peace of mind knowing that Edinburgh West Side Hostel offers parking on site. Car hire in the area typically go for £16/day for a base model hire. Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to Edinburgh West Side Hostel. The nearest airport to the hotel is Edinburgh Turnhouse.

  • Are there food options at Edinburgh West Side Hostel?

    If you are staying at Edinburgh West Side Hostel, you are more than welcome to order food through the hotel’s room service menu.

  • Does Edinburgh West Side Hostel have a pool?

    Judging by our data, Edinburgh West Side Hostel does not have a pool on site, but hotels regularly make additions and changes to their venues and do not always notify us. It would be best to call Edinburgh West Side Hostel at +44 750 506 9465.

  • How close is Edinburgh West Side Hostel to Edinburgh city centre?

    When staying at Edinburgh West Side Hostel you are only 2.5 mi from the Edinburgh city centre. While making your way to the centre of Edinburgh, you should plan to visit Waterloo Place, along with all the shops and restaurants.

  • What is the phone number for Edinburgh West Side Hostel?

    You can reach the main line at +44 750 506 9465.

  • Does Edinburgh West Side Hostel have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Edinburgh West Side Hostel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for Edinburgh West Side Hostel?

    Standard check-out time at Edinburgh West Side Hostel is 10:00. Guests can check in after 14:00.

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Edinburgh West Side Hostel location: 479 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, EH11 3AD

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