Haystack Hostel in Edinburgh: Photos and Reviews

Haystack Hostel provides a games room for guests, along with organised pub crawls and walking tours. The hostel has board games and puzzles available, a shared lounge with TV area, and a tour desk. Security includes 24-hour monitoring, CCTV in common areas, fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, and key-card access to all rooms.

Dormitories are fitted with wooden triple bunks, each equipped with individual power and USB sockets, reading lights, and bed linen. Shared bathroom facilities include large showers and separate men's and women's bathrooms. Guests have access to secure lockers, luggage storage, and a laundry service.

The hostel sits 50 metres from Edinburgh's Princes Street and less than 150 metres from Waverley Rail Station. Edinburgh Castle is a 0.5-mile walk, and shops, bars, and restaurants surround the building. Public transport stops for buses and trams are within a two-minute walk.

A fully equipped shared kitchen offers integrated oven/hobs, fridge, microwave, toaster, and kettle, plus a full range of kitchenware. The dining area adjoins the kitchen, providing additional space to relax and socialise. A breakfast voucher is sold at reception for a nearby café, offering 2-3 GBP off regular prices.

The hostel organises pub crawls and walking tours for guests who want to explore Edinburgh's nightlife and historic sites. Board games and puzzles are available in the shared lounge, and a games room offers further on-site entertainment. A shared TV area provides a space to relax after a day out.

Location: 50 metres from Princes Street, 150 metres from Waverley Station

Rooms: Wooden triple bunks with USB sockets and reading lights

Kitchen: Fully equipped shared kitchen with oven, hob, microwave, toaster

Security: 24-hour CCTV, fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, key-card access

Services: Luggage storage, laundry service, express check-in/out

Entertainment: Games room, pub crawls, walking tours, board games