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About this property
Offering boutique hostel accommodations, The Baxter Hostel is located in the city center of Edinburgh. Free WiFi access is available. The dormitories feature bunk beds and secure lockers. At The Baxter Hostel, there is a 24-hour front desk and a shared self-catering kitchen. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge and luggage storage. Different policies will apply for bookings for full dorms or more than 6 people. The hostel is 656 feet from Edinburgh Waverley station, 1312 feet from Omni Center, and 1312 feet from Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Glasgow Airport is 48 mi away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Antonia
Indonesia
“This hostel is highly recommended! The location is very close to bus, tram, and train stations. Don’t forget tocbring your own plug converter and padlock for the in-room locker. This hostel is the only one that provides breakfast. Kuddos! The...” - Meghan
United States
“Excellent location, very good bedding, comfortable and nicely furnished common room/kitchen. Excellent staff! Super welcoming and organized.” - Kevin
Canada
“Is it a good location. Buses and trains close by with a direct link to the airport ..While smaller than other hostels dislike to a more friendlier atmosphere between the guest as a good place to go you just like to meet people have a little chat.....” - Jeremy
United States
“Great location, adequate breakfast. Staff are excellent!” - Beatra
United States
“It's a nice hostel overall. Easy to get around the high points of the city, staff is very friendly and helpful. The ambiance is quite nice and the feel is cozy, almost like being at home. The added breakfast was really nice, and the music made the...” - Sarah
United Kingdom
“Really great breakfast, friendly staff and all the facilities and beds were really clean.” - Vinod
United Kingdom
“I really enjoyed staying there .The location is really convenient” - Dom
United States
“location is amazing! close to everything . Staff is so sweet and helpful, they are amazing!” - Taresa
United States
“I thought it was a good value for my money and the staff was helpful.” - Jj
United Kingdom
“The bed was comfy. There is a basic breakfast of toast, eggs, cereal, milk and juice.”
Area info
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine print
Please note that the property has an over 18's only policy.
When booking for more than 6 people, or when booking an entire dormitory room, different policies and additional supplements may apply. Please note that groups bookings can only be taken through the flexible rate.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.