513 reviews
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$3006-8 Douglas Gardens, Edinburgh, EH4 3DA, United Kingdom
513 reviews
1/74
Adults only
Free wifi
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Bar
Garden
Bidet
Belford Hostel in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, sits at 6-8 Douglas Gardens, about 0.9mi from the city center.
The property has 513 reviews.
Featured amenities include Adults only, Wifi (free), Streaming service (like Netflix), Bar, Garden, and Bidet.
Room options at Belford Hostel span a spectrum from dormitories to private doubles, all kept non-smoking. The Dormitory, 8 Bed covers 215 square feet and features a single bunk bed. The Dormitory, 10 Bed expands to 377 square feet with a single bunk bed. For private accommodations, the Double Room, Shared Bathroom offers 161 square feet and sleeps 4 adults and 3 children with a double bed. The Double Room is also listed, though its bed configuration isn’t specified. Basic, Twin provides a twin bed and can sleep 4 adults and 3 children, while the Dormitory, 6 Bed includes 161 square feet and a single bunk bed for 1 adult. The Room - 2 Twin measures 129 square feet and includes two twin beds, accommodating 10 adults and 6 children.
With this mix of dormitories and private rooms, travelers can choose budget-friendly shared spaces or more private options to suit groups or families. The dormitories come in different bed-count configurations, all non-smoking, while private doubles offer a separate sleeping space for small groups.
Payment is cashless; cash is not accepted. Accepted payment methods include JCB, American Express, Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, and Bankcard. The property has 513 reviews and offers amenities such as free Wifi, streaming service (like Netflix), Bar, Garden, and Bidet, with an Adults only amenity noted.
Closest airports
Edinburgh Airport
5.9miDundee Riverside Airport
35.5miGlasgow Airport
47.3miPrestwick Airport
61.3miAdults only
Free wifi
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Bar
Garden
Bidet
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Double Room, Shared Bathroom
1 Double Bed
160 sqft
Flat-screen TV
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Shower
Bidet
x4
+
x3
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Dormitory, 6 Bed
1 Bunk Bed
160 sqft
Shower
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Room - 2 Twin
2 Twin Beds
130 sqft
Flat-screen TV
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Shower
Bidet
x10
+
x6
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Dormitory, 8 Bed
1 Bunk Bed
215 sqft
Shower
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Dormitory, 10 Bed
1 Bunk Bed
375 sqft
Shower
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Basic, Twin
1 Twin Bed
x4
+
x3
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Double Room
x4
+
x3
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6.9
513 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Value for money
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Featured reviews:
Billy
8.2
August 2025
During the festival, the price seemed reasonable. The communal showers and toilet areas were very clean. There was a big kitchen to make meals if you were on a budget.
The corridors/communal areas were messy, old and dated. The bedroom needed a make over to make it feel lighter and more modern. There were people playing table tennis till about 4 in the morning and it could be heard from our room. But I suppose it's a hostel so this is to be expected!
Natalie
8.2
February 2025
Very clean and nice. Bathrooms are newly updated and kept super clean. Staff was super accommodating. Building is old but charming and clean.
The location is a bit far from the city and where everything is at, but take a bus and it's not bad, for the price it was worth it. Noise traveled, which didn't bug me, but if that matters to you that's something to keep in mind.
Sara
9.1
August 2025
This hostel is unique, common areas are exceptionally big, as are bathrooms. I've really appreciated the cleanliness of the toilets and bathrooms! Beds are comfortable and clean with electric sockets close. The manager is very helpful. The hostel works really well!
Bunk beds are a bit vintage, so the lower bunk does not have enough space to sit completely, I banged my head a couple of times 😂
Richard
8.2
February 2025
Quiet, clean hostel with very good kitchen facilities (even though I didn't use them); the twin room we stayed in was very warm and comfortable. Point added for tea making facilities in the bedroom. Nice spacious bathroom.
The shower was hot but the flow wasn't very good. Also the rest of the hostel outside our room was very cold but that's kind of understandable given it's a huge old converted church.
Lauren
9.1
January 2024
The location was good, a small walk from everywhere. The facilities were nice and always clean and the staff was nice. It was cold outside of the room (in bathrooms, and common area downstairs) and then very hot inside the room. Good sized lockers but need a big lock to fit in them.
I didn't like one of other guests in the room waking everyone up at 3:30 - 4 AM because he lost his key, was super drunk, and couldn't find his friend. Guess that's what you get when you stay in a hostel.
Rawlings
10
August 2025
I liked the cooperative feel of the hostel. Walking into the kitchen there was a pleasant hum of activity. This sort of place is good for people that buy in, and don't expect everything to be like a hotel. Some problema come and go and met with a positive approach.
Nothing comes to mind, and few hiccups but no dramas.
Simon
8.2
November 2023
Great, quirky establishment in a grade 1 listed gothic building, rooms functional and themed by an artist. Staff helpful & friendly, value for money with a location close to centre. Manager managed to sort i.d. issue, other staff really helpful to extending stay. Really impressed.
Booking.com does not make explicit requirements for photo ID prior to booking. Toilet has an air vent jammed open (bracing early mornings!!!)
Zuzana
9.1
November 2024
Unique atmosphere and design. Free and friendly situation, seen also among other inhabitants (care for public space and overall sweetness). Free foods in the kitchen. Equipmemt of the kitchen and common room.
Wet towels on the bathroom/restroom floors, inability to open the ceiling window to air the bedroom.
Samantha
10
September 2023
A wonderfully quirky and stunning building. Perfect for a long weekend stay. Staff were very friendly and super helpful during our stay. Amazing and spacious communal area and kitchen. It was very quiet at night too so we could sleep very well.
The bar in the communal area wasn't open at any point during our stay, not sure what the hours should be though.
Jessica
8.2
August 2023
Wall art, separate bathrooms for female and male, lots of space in the shower rooms to put your things, good neighborhood, next to a lovely forested walkway by the river, walkable distance to tram and buses, great kitchen area
Thin walls + sound carries easily inside, hot and stuffy when rooms are fully booked, bed/pillow were really uncomfortable for me, tight showers
Attractions
Royal Scottish Academy
0.9miScottish National Gallery
1miGreyfriars Kirk
1.1miThe Canongate
1.5miRoyal Observatory
2.3miEdinburgh Cruise Port at Leith
2.9miRosslyn Chapel
6.9miForth Bridge
7.7miAberdour Castle
7.8miBlackness Castle
12.1miDunfermline Abbey and Palace
12.5miFalkland
21miFalkland Palace and Garden
21miPreston Mill & Phantassie Doocot
22miNational Wallace Monument
30.1miAttractions
Royal Scottish Academy
0.9miScottish National Gallery
1miGreyfriars Kirk
1.1miThe Canongate
1.5miRoyal Observatory
2.3miEdinburgh Cruise Port at Leith
2.9miRosslyn Chapel
6.9miForth Bridge
7.7miAberdour Castle
7.8miBlackness Castle
12.1miDunfermline Abbey and Palace
12.5miFalkland
21miFalkland Palace and Garden
21miPreston Mill & Phantassie Doocot
22miNational Wallace Monument
30.1miAirports
Edinburgh Airport
5.9miDundee Riverside Airport
35.5miGlasgow Airport
47.3miPrestwick Airport
61.3miAdults only
Free wifi
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Bar
Garden
Bidet
Activities
Pool table
Bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Shared bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Entertainment & Family Services
Board games/Puzzles
Food & Drink
Bar
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
Lockers
General
Adults only
Designated smoking area
Heating
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Electric kettle
Shared kitchen
Media & Technology
Cable channels
DVD player
Flat-screen TV
Satellite channels
Streaming service (like Netflix)
TV
Outdoors
Garden
Room Amenities
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Parking may not be available
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
Visa,
JCB,
American Express,
Mastercard,
Maestro,
Bankcard
This property does not accept cash.
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