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Our top choices for Musselburgh hostels

a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Very central location clean and modern facilities "
United Kingdom
Daniel
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (200)
"Great place! And staff was so helpful with storing luggage! "
United States
Kathleen
The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel
2.5 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (266)
"It was a great location and very friendly staff."
United States
Vanessa
The price is NZ$109
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

Argyle Backpackers

Argyle Backpackers
4.0 star property
Marchmont
7.6 out of 10, Good, (326)
"Great value in an amazing location. A shared property that is well maintained and feels safe. Fanastic host."
United Kingdom
Catherine
The price is NZ$94
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Argyle Backpackers

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (165)
"Basic hostel in good location."
United States
Tianna
St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel

St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel

St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel
3.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (352)
"Great location, economical, in reasonable shape"
United States
Petr
St. Christopher's Inn Edinburgh - Hostel

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
5.0 star property
Edinburgh
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (203)
"Great people and service. Clean and safe. "
United States
Steven
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (169)
"Great location, helpful staff"
Canada
Megan
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel

Belford Hostel

Belford Hostel
2.0 star property
West End
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (33)
"Lovely two nights here. "
Canada
Lisa
Belford Hostel

Haystack Hostel

Haystack Hostel
4.0 star property
Edinburgh City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (61)
"lovely place to stay, private double room was nice and clean and set up well. had everything we needed. would stay again"
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Haystack Hostel

Revolver Edinburgh

Revolver Edinburgh
2.0 star property
West End
2.0 out of 10, (1)
Revolver Edinburgh
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Top Musselburgh Hotel Reviews

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Musselburgh Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,769
Accommodation
33 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$94
Highest Price
NZ$262

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Musselburgh?
You may like the prices at this top accommodation in the area, which has good reviews from our guests: Apex Grassmarket Hotel - 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from the heart of Musselburgh. Located within a 5-minute walk of Royal Mile. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk at this hostal.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Musselburgh?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Musselburgh is 887 mm.
What is there to see and do in Musselburgh?
Generally, Musselburgh is known for its gardens, historical sites and golf. Top attractions include Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. Get out into nature with places such as Fisherrow Sands, Musselburgh Sands and Portobello Beach. Cultural attractions include Queen's Hall, Festival Theatre and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.
What's the best way to get to and around Musselburgh while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Musselburgh in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 12 mi (19.3 km) from the city centre. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. To see more of the area, catch a train at Musselburgh Station, Musselburgh Wallyford Station or Newcraighall Station.

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