Summer Hostels is the premiere destination for fun, affordable accommodations during the Festival. We have three buildings in downtown Edinburgh - check out our page for photographs and discounts to see which location is right for you! Nestled in the beautiful neighborhood of Old Town in the heart of downtown Edinburgh, Cowgate is in the middle of it all. You’ll never be more than 5 minut
es walking distance to wherever you’d like to go. The building is a short walk from Waverly Station and right in the middle of all the pubs, restaurants, and boutiques. Stylishly furnished with modern finishings, all of the room options are ensuite (private bathroom for each room). There are rooms with single beds for one person and ¾ double beds for 2 people. Each flat has free internet (by ethernet; not compatible with wireless devices), a fully stocked gourmet kitchen, and a spacious living & dining area with a flat screen TV. The building has an elevator, 24-hour reception, bike storage, coin-operated laundry facilities, and a 10am check-out time. Please notify us if you will be checking in after 10pm. You can cancel your reservation without penalty 7 days in advance, but please note that any booking deposits through third-party websites are non-refundable. Linens are provided for free, and towel rentals are available for £5. Storage lockers are available, but please remember to bring your own lock. Cowgate is open from July 4th to August 31st. ROOM OPTIONS
The building is open from July 4th to August 31st this summer. All bedrooms are en suite, with a private bathroom containing a shower (no bath), sink, and toilet.
- Penthouse: a private, luxury 1-bed flat w/ private bathroom
- Studio: a private 1-bed flat with a private bathroom
- private bedroom (single): for 1 person, w/ private bathroom
- private bedroom (double): for 2 people, w/ private bathroom
- 4-bedroom flat: private flat w/ 4 bedrooms for up to 8 guests
- 6-bedroom flat: private flat w/ 6 bedrooms for up to 12 guests
