Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate | Hostel in Edinburgh

6.9 (2639 Reviews) | 141 Bedrooms 8 Bathrooms 41 Guests

Old Town Hostel | Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate

141 Bedroom Hostel in Old Town, Edinburgh

Safėstay Edinburgh Cowgate is located in Edinburgh, a 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley train station. The accommodations offers apartments with private rooms and mixed dormitories, and free WiFi throughout. The hostel offers luggage storage for a fee, free lockers inside the rooms, and towels for hire. Guests can also enjoy an outdoor terrace and seating area. 656 feet from the Royal Mile, Safėstay Edinburgh Cowgate is located a 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle. Edinburgh Military Tattoo is 984 feet from Safėstay Edinburgh Cowgate, while Edinburgh Festival Theater is 1312 feet from the property. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 6.8 mi from Safėstay Edinburgh Cowgate.

Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate is located in Edinburgh.

This 141 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Security/Safety, Restaurant, Bar, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 2639 reviews with the average score of 6.9 . Coming to Edinburgh and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 141 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this place in Edinburgh. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate in Edinburgh is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

Amenities

Designated Smoking Area

Balcony/Terrace

Security/Safety

Fireplace/Heating

Restaurant

Bar

Guest Services

Entertainment

Breakfast

Child Friendly

Internet

Facility Overview

Breakfast

Coffee house on site

Wine/Champagne

Snack bar

Activities

Bar crawls

General

Smoke-free property

Non-smoking rooms

Designated smoking area

Heating

Guest Services

Express check-in/out

Fax/Photocopying

Shared lounge/TV area

Daily housekeeping

Vending machine (snacks)

Vending machine (drinks)

Lockers

Baggage storage

24-hour front desk

Invoice provided

Internet

Wifi

Free Wifi

Internet

Outdoors

Terrace

Outdoor furniture

Security/Safety

CCTV in common areas

Security alarm

CCTV outside property

Key card access

Fire extinguishers

24-hour security

Smoke alarms

Guest accommodation disinfected between stays

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized

Breakfast to-go containers

Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas

First aid kits available

Contactless check-in/out

Cashless payment available

Policies

Check-in

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pet Policy

Pets are not allowed

This hostel operates a 10-day maximum stay policy within a 90-day period. passport or driver’s license is required for check-in. student cards are not accepted. the guest, making the booking, must be over 18. under 18 can stay in a private room with a parent or guardian, but cannot be accommodated in shared dormitories. bookings of 10 perope or more are subject to different policies and additional supplements may apply. beds in the same dormitory room cannot be guaranteed. please note there is no guest kitchen facility to cook. no outside alcohol is allowed at all, please note that towels are not provided . guests can bring their own or rent them at the property. bed linen are provided, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, 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, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:

7.64

Location:

8.77

Staff:

8.25

Facilities:

6.91

Comfort:

7.13

Cleanliness:

7.21

Natalie

Jan 2, 2026 08:00:00 AM

Review Score: 6

United Kingdom

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Breakfast was nice

Negative: Hot water wasn't working in the bathroom and smelt of urine and sewers. There was a note saying to use other bathroom. Bin was full, cleaner needs to clean properly and put bleach on toilets. Nightclub right opposite went on till 3pm then they were outside till 4.30 talking. Had 3 hours sleep. Beds sweaky.

Summary: Grt location grt staff. Bit stuffy in room couldn't open window to let bit of air in..

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Room Arrangement

Room Info	Facilities
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 18 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service General Reading light, Key access, Trash cans, Key card access, Earplugs, Fire extinguisher, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 18 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service General Reading light, Key access, Trash cans, Key card access, Earplugs, Fire extinguisher, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dorm Shared Bathroom Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 18 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service General Reading light, Key access, Trash cans, Key card access, Earplugs, Fire extinguisher, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dorm Ensuite Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 18 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service General Reading light, Key access, Trash cans, Key card access, Earplugs, Fire extinguisher, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 18 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service General Reading light, Key access, Trash cans, Key card access, Earplugs, Fire extinguisher, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 18 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service General Reading light, Key access, Trash cans, Key card access, Earplugs, Fire extinguisher, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 18 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service General Reading light, Key access, Trash cans, Key card access, Earplugs, Fire extinguisher, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow
Bunk Twin Room Ensuite Room Type: Twin Room Size: 15 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service General Reading light, Key access, Trash cans, Key card access, Earplugs, Fire extinguisher, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dorm Shared Bathroom Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 18 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service General Reading light, Key access, Trash cans, Key card access, Earplugs, Fire extinguisher, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow
Bed in 6-Bed Male Dorm Ensuite Room Type: Bed in Dorm 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet General Lockers, Earplugs, Key card access
Bed in 6-Bed Male Dorm Shared Bathroom Room Type: Bed in Dorm 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet General Lockers, Earplugs, Key card access
Bed in 2-Bed Female Dorm Ensuite Room Type: Bed in Dorm 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet General Lockers, Earplugs, Key card access
8-Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom Room Type: Dorm Room 4 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet General Lockers, Earplugs, Key card access
6-Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom Room Type: Dorm Room 3 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet General Lockers, Earplugs, Key card access
6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Room Type: Dorm Room 3 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet General Lockers, Earplugs, Key card access
Quadruple Room Ensuite Room Type: Dorm Room 2 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet General Lockers, Earplugs, Key card access
Quadruple Room Shared Bathroom Room Type: Dorm Room 2 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Towels, Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet General Lockers, Earplugs, Key card access

FAQ's

Is this Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate?

Check-in time for Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate have a swimming pool?

No, this Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate?

Best-rates for the Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate starts from $12 per night with includes Balcony/Terrace, Fireplace/Heating, Entertainment, Internet, TV, Security/Safety, Restaurant, Bar, Guest Services, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Designated Smoking Area with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hostel Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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