Caledonian Backpackers is the funkiest hostel in Edinburgh- and a wonderful place for backpackers to stay- located right in the heart of the city, with all the sights nearby and the best views of the Castle from the hostel windows. No other hostel can provide such spectacular views - get your camera ready!

We're just a short walk from the coach and rail stations - with no hill to climb. There is parking, shops, supermarket, buses, restaurants and plenty of pubs all nearby. We are also the closest hostel to an Airport Bus stop.

Caledonian Backpackers caters to individuals and private groups. No curfews or lockouts- we want you to enjoy your time in our beautiful city.

View from the hostel window

All our rooms are bright, clean and comfortable with new mattresses and quality bedding. We will supply FREE of charge sheets, pillows and a Duvet/Comforter so all you will need to bring is a towel - you can also hire towels from reception.

With plenty of hot showers and bathrooms on every floor, 3 well equipped kitchens, TV rooms, Smoking and Non Smoking areas, Internet facilities and a 24-hour laundry all inside the hostel what else could you need?

How about a large bar - Caledonian Backpackers also provides its guests with a huge licensed, late opening bar! This is the venue for some of the UK’s best bands. Fans come from all over the UK to see their favourite bands here and pay to get in. You as a guest of our hostel get a free pass!

On regular nights you can enjoy the international atmosphere and great music, Theme Parties, Monday night Pool competitions, Sunday night Quiz Night and Thursday night Open Mike.

Our staff are multi-lingual and very friendly- our reception is manned 24 hours a day and staff are always happy to provide you with information about the city, places to go and things to do, including information about the many tours available.

When you need to stay in touch, take advantage of our free fax (receiving), mail and message service. There is also a payphone and fast cheap internet access (& wi-fi) so you can keep in touch by email.

For more details and images, please visit our Facilities Page.

In the interest of security all guests must present a passport or other Government issued photo ID to check in.