Haystack Hostel
5/3 West Register Street, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH2 2AA, United Kingdom
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5/3 West Register Street, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH2 2AA, United Kingdom
Hotel Services and Facilities
Free WiFi
Free parking
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Hotel facilities
- Express Check-In/Check-Out
- Heating
- Fax/photocopying
- Shared kitchen
- Shared lounge/TV area
- 24-hour security
- Family Rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Game Room
- Non-Smoking Rooms Available
- Board games/puzzles
- Pub crawls
- Key access
- Smoke alarms
- Fire extinguishers
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
- Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
- Process in place to check health of guests
- First aid kit available
- Cashless payment available
- Mobile app for room service
- Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
- All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
- Access to health care professionals
- Contactless check-in/out
- CCTV security in common areas
- Daily disinfection
- Luggage storage & lockers
- Non-smoking property
- Tour services
- Physical/social distancing guidelines
- Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
Airports Show all on map »
- Edinburgh International Airport - 7.03 mi
- RAF Leuchars - 31.50 mi
- Perth - 34.25 mi
- Dundee Airport - 35.04 mi
Museums
- National Portrait Gallery - 871 f
- Mounted Gallery - 962 f
- City Art Centre - 993 f
- Fruitmarket Gallery - 1,043 f
- Stills Gallery - 0.22 mi
- Collective Gallery - 0.22 mi
- Scottish National Portrait Gallery - 0.23 mi
- Police Information Centre - 0.27 mi
- DOM - 0.27 mi
- National Gallery of Scotland - 0.28 mi
- Royal Scottish Academy - 0.29 mi
- Kingfisher Gallery - 0.29 mi
- Museum of Childhood - 0.29 mi
- John Knox House Museum - 0.31 mi
- Writers Museum - 0.32 mi
- Malcolm Innes Gallery - 0.34 mi
- Bourne Fine Art - 0.34 mi
- Edinburgh Printmakers Workshop & Gallery - 0.37 mi
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Ana (Solo Traveler)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The staff were so kind. My first time in Edinburgh, travel weary, bit turned around; but they were always kind, patient and friendly.
The stairs , haha
Meri A. (Couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
It was very clean. The showers exceeded my expectations.
This is out of the control of the hostel, but it was noisy on the street and we needed to keep open window open to cool the room. Also, the doors were noisy as people would come and go.
Elif H. (Solo Traveler)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
veeeery friendly staff. the rooms were wide enough, i could open my suitcase without interrupting anyone else’s space. the toilets were always clean, so as showers (i just had hard time to understand how it worked lol but they’re good, you can use hot water). kitchen was so practical, there was a fridge, a microwave, clutlery, plates, mugs, coffee, tea, hot water etc. (basically everything you need in a kitchen). it’s on the top floor of a 4 floor building so you have to carry your belongings upstairs by yourself, but the stairs doesn’t feel that much. you can store your belongings in the hostel lobby before/after your stay. location was super good, everything you will need is close by. i loved it, i would definitely choose haystack again
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Roberta (Solo Traveler)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
The location is amazing, by the second day I already knew where to go as it was in the very central part of Edinburgh and close to a lot of the main attractions. The place was very quiet at night too, you do have the occasional street sounds but at night it’s super quiet up on the fourth floor. The lounging area was nice too and leaving your luggage before checking in and even after checking out so you’re not carrying it around the city was super convenient. The staff was super friendly and super nice from reception to even the cleaning staff. The beds were very efficiently thought out with a little privacy curtain and a personal light plus an outlet for charging. It was my first time staying at a hostel and it was a great one but being in an all female room made a big difference too and I got to make new friends as well. Overall I highly recommend this place, but be mindful of the stairs as it is on the fourth floor and hauling around heavy luggage is tough (even though I workout) so beware if you’re not able to.
The bed could’ve been more comfortable but besides that it was amazing!
Juvy (Solo Traveler)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Great location.
Very small restroom
Hayrunnisa (Solo Traveler)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
location was good..
I didn't like because There were mause and it wasn't clean. There were no curtains either.
Nishita (Solo Traveler)
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
the haystack hostel was really clean, organized, and the facility was well-maintained. my favorite part was the common area with the tables, pillows and books - it really made the space feel homely!
perhaps paper towels aren’t used in the country as much but it would be helpful to have some in the kitchen especially. also facial tissues.
Yuening (Solo Traveler)
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Great location and very clean!
Oberoi (Solo Traveler)
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
There were no lights in the room and the place was very dim. There was only one mirror for 12 people.
The beds were also not comfortable, the height was not good. I had a middle bed and I couldnt sit comfortably at all.
Patricia (Solo Traveler)
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Location. A female dorm
Not as comfortable as it could be in lounge
C. (Solo Traveler)
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Friendly, spotless and the location was perfect to walk everywhere.
Rudmila (Solo Traveler)
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
It’s was a nice stay . Perfect for solo backpackers
It was a confusing to find the building
Gupta (Solo Traveler)
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
I had specifically asked for a late check-in, as I was reaching Edinburgh quite late at night. The haystack team was really considerate and did provide me with check-in assistance even at 12am at night. The beds were very comfortable, and both toilets and showers were clean. The common kitchen was well equipped too. The location of this hostel is the best for someone who likes to stay in the heart of the city and doesn't want to spend a lot of time commuting to major attractions.
I had opted for a bed in a shared dormitory; due to my late check-in time, I had to take an upper bunk bed. The only uncomfortable part of this was the steps that led to the bed. The climb would hurt the foot a lot.
Jana (Solo Traveler)
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Amazing location, friendly staff, clean facilities
sue (Solo Traveler)
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Location was perfect, right in the popular area of the city across from train and around the corner from bus station.
Super clean, super nice personnel, fantastic kitchen, hot water dispenser. Nice guests. Music playing, fun atmosphere.
Too crowded in 12 person and 8 person room, too crowded and noisy. There is no elevator and it is on the 4th floor. Not enough sinks for some reason. No where to use a hair dryer in bathrooms, no outlets.
sue (Solo Traveler)
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Perfect for solo travel. Staff is so nice, hostel is so clean. Nice comforter and pillow and bed was comfortable. Good price, 6 person rooms are ideal. Perfect central location, can walk to everything.
Staff helped change rooms around for me to accommodate me and make things more comfortable.
Kitchen and facilities are fantastic. Nice dining area, fun vibe with speakers with music. Other guests were interesting and nice.
My reservation got messed up and because of that, I had to keep moving rooms to stay there. They first tried to put me in a 12 person room with 3 beds stacked on top of each other. I am claustrophobic and feel that If you want a living preview of sleeping in a coffin, that’s a close example. Then I was put in a 6 person room, which was perfect, only to be moved to an 8 person room which was too crowded and noisy for me. The description didn’t explain the bed conditions well enough. I never would have booked in a place with 3 beds stacked on top of each other or 8 people in a small room. There is no elevator, and it is 4 long stories up steep steps—It’s difficult going up and down stairs with luggage. Not enough sinks to brush teeth. Some toilets didn’t have sinks.
gabriela (Solo Traveler)
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
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Tahira (Solo Traveler)
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
In heart of downtown
Too many stairs four floors but they do tell you this clearly
Gabriel (Group Traveler)
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The location was perfect, it is within walking distance from all the centre of Edinburgh main attractions. The facilities were perfect, it has a kitchen, shared toilets and comfortable bedrooms. The staff was very helpful and nice.
The hotel is in the top floor of a building, so it is not the easiest to access if you have suitcases because you have to climb a lot of stairs to get there.
Meydi (Solo Traveler)
stayed in June, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Good location
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Area information
- Edinburgh International Airport - 7.03 mi
- RAF Leuchars - 31.50 mi
- Perth - 34.25 mi
- Dundee Airport - 35.04 mi
- Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station - 771 f
- National Portrait Gallery - 871 f
- Mounted Gallery - 962 f
- City Art Centre - 993 f
- Fruitmarket Gallery - 1,043 f
- Stills Gallery - 0.22 mi
- Collective Gallery - 0.22 mi
- Scottish National Portrait Gallery - 0.23 mi
- Police Information Centre - 0.27 mi
- DOM - 0.27 mi
- National Gallery of Scotland - 0.28 mi
- Royal Scottish Academy - 0.29 mi
- Kingfisher Gallery - 0.29 mi
- Museum of Childhood - 0.29 mi
- John Knox House Museum - 0.31 mi
- Writers Museum - 0.32 mi
- Malcolm Innes Gallery - 0.34 mi
- Bourne Fine Art - 0.34 mi
- Edinburgh Printmakers Workshop & Gallery - 0.37 mi
- General Register House - 354 f
- St. Giles Cathedral - 0.29 mi
- Lady Stairs House - 0.31 mi
- Princes Street Gardens - 384 f
- Sherlock Holmes Statue - 0.25 mi
- Edinburgh Military Tattoo - 0.26 mi
- Brass Rubbing Centre - 0.27 mi
- Greyfriars Bobby Memorial - 0.28 mi
- National Monument - 0.36 mi
- Edinburgh and Scotland Information Centre - 0.26 mi
- Scottish Gems - 0.29 mi
- Netherbow - 0.31 mi
- Rent A Bike - 0.33 mi
- Edinburgh Playhouse - 0.31 mi
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 0.34 mi
- Princes Mall - 0.31 mi
- ScotlandsPeople Centre - 223 f
- Multrees Walk - 501 f
- Camera Obscura and World of Illusions - 626 f
- Waterloo Place - 656 f
- Edinburgh Dungeon - 1,019 f
- Edinburgh Christmas Market - 0.24 mi
- Omni Centre - 0.26 mi
- Edinburgh Experience - 0.27 mi
- Loch Ness Discovery Centre - 0.29 mi
- Canongate Ballet - 0.30 mi
- Gladstone's Land - 0.31 mi
- Dance Base - 0.32 mi
- Royal Mile - 0.33 mi
- The New Street Exhibition Space - 0.36 mi
- Mercat Tours - 0.37 mi
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Haystack Hostel
5/3 West Register Street, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH2 2AA, United Kingdom