The Baxter Hostel

Hostel within walking distance of Royal Mile

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Dates

December 2025

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January 2026

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (12-Bed) | Free WiFi - The Baxter Hostel (Edinburgh)

When you stay at The Baxter Hostel, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Princes Street and George Street. Free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 8 AM and 10 AM. Also, Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are within just a 10-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 8 minutes.

Very good

Popular amenities

Free breakfast
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (3)

Daily housekeeping
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 10 - Dec 11

Tomorrow

Dec 11 - Dec 12

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6-bed)

Highlights

Heating

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

14 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (9-bed)

Highlights

Heating

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only (6-Bed)

Highlights

Heating

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (12-Bed)

Highlights

Heating

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom (Double Bunkbed)

Highlights

Heating

Separate bedroom

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only (9 beds)

Highlights

Heating

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

15 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

5/2 West Register Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2AA

What's nearby

Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
St. Andrew Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
George Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Royal Mile - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 30 min drive
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 3 min walk
Edinburgh Waverley Station - 4 min walk
Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 25 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 3 min walk
Princes Street Tram Stop - 8 min walk
Balfour Street Tram Stop - 20 min walk

Restaurants

‪Society Bar & Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
‪The Newsroom - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Baxter Hostel

When you stay at The Baxter Hostel, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Princes Street and George Street. Free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 8 AM and 10 AM. Also, Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are within just a 10-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 8 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 6 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- Children (18 years old and younger) not allowed
- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- No onsite parking
- Street parking available

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM

Services

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage

Facilities

1 building/tower

Room amenities

Home comfort

Heating

Freshen up

Shared bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer (on request)

Stay connected

Free WiFi

Food and drink

Shared kitchen access

More

Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

Baxter Hostel Edinburgh

Baxter Hostel

Baxter Edinburgh

The Baxter Hostel Edinburgh

The Baxter Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

The Baxter Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does The Baxter Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Baxter Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.