Haystack Hostel - Edinburgh

This place is located in a hidden alley in the city center, above a pub with really nice food. The staff who worked pretty hard to ensure that this venue meets their guests' standards provided great customer service. The amenities in my room were fantastic, including heating, tea and coffee facilities, and a dining table. There was also a shared kitchen that had everything I needed. Moreover, I really enjoyed the leisure area with a TV and games, as well as the luggage storage and locker room, which were very convenient.

I would recommend this hotel to all!

Didn't find any flaws

Location

No lift、no wifi、horrible breakfast、we have to put sheet and quilt cover by ourself, also we have to put them in washing machine...

haystack hostel in edinburgh was beyond my expectations. everything from the clean rooms to the friendly staff and free breakfast made my stay perfect. the central location and provided amenities like towels and lockers were a pleasant surprise. highly recommend for a comfortable and convenient stay in edinburgh!

Wifi was unreliable.

Location

Horrible beds, very noisey, rooms too small and claustrophobic

Climbing the tenement-like stairs to Haggis Hostel was amusing. Encouraged by the wall painting (you'll understand when you see it!) I made it to the single floor hostel and was warmly welcomed. This was a fine friendly place with great thoughtful staff, a spotlessly clean suite of washing facilities, a comfy bunk and even a free breakfast. all for twenty quid! Well, I booked a second night, and came back to Sussex on the train with a First Class upgrade on the money I'd saved! Edinburgh Waverley station is 100yds away across Princes Street. What I never get in a hotel of course is the unpretentious friendly chattering of travellers 35 years younger than me making each other coffee or sharing an affordable bottle of wine in the kitchen before bedtime. Great stuff.

For £20? No complaints!

Great location opposite train station, near city center castle. Two keys provided. Helpful staff explaining room and kitchen. Self-serve breakfast with variety of options. Clean facilities and comfortable beds.

It was really a very nice hostel. Extremely friendly staff, only young people. And everything was clean. If I ever come to Edinburgh again, I will definitely stay here again. And the location (right opposite the train station) is superb!

The room for 4 is small.Tiny.

The room is very clean, the location is great, so close to old town and Waverley station. the hostel staffs are very helpful and friendly. I think it absolutely is my next choice!

I had a fantastic stay at Haystack! I was in Edinburgh for the Fringe Festival and wanted a hostel that offered privacy and comfort. The bed setup, like a small "capsule room," provided just that. The lockers were spacious enough to fit my luggage, even when disassembled. The kitchen was well-equipped and perfect for breakfast. The location was great, and the shower cabins were spacious. The staff, especially Benjamin and Helen, were incredibly friendly. I highly recommend staying here!

100% Recommend this hostel.

Staff were immediately helpful and friendly and beds and linen were lovely, clean and very comfortable!

there was nothing to dislike!

location is very close to the train station. breakfast contain fresh fruit.

well there are 55 steps to climb up the floor not suitble for people with heavy luggage. need to do beddings urself. need to pay for internet and storage of the luggage. 10 person dorm is too small for 10 person, it is the smallest 10 person dorm i have ever booked. add up all the money i spent i could book a B&B instead.

The location was perfect for exploring all the attractions on foot. The beds were surprisingly comfortable, even with three levels, and I had my own private space with a curtain. The staff was friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this place!

Nothing but good things to say about this place. Staff was friendly and helpful, location was amazing, cost was very competitive. I would definitely recommend to couple or another solo traveller if you want a cheap, comfortable place to stay for a few days in Edinburgh. Thank you!!

Stairs...

The staff is friendly and provides free Wifi for students; The hostel is very near Waverley station and easy to be found. The breakfest is ok. The bathing rooms are clean and big enough.