1a Parliament Square, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 1RF, United Kingdom
#29 of 169 hotels in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 4613 hostel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.8
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 1 June 2024
Marie-anne
CanadaThe showers were clean but a bit small. You can do laundry there but there are only 2 washing machines and 2 dryers
Nice hostel! I stayed in a pod in a women only dormitory and the bed was comfortable. Amenities were great, staff was helpful. The hostel is close to the station
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Danny
United StatesNothing of significance.
The Hostel: I stayed in the “courtroom” and despite having upwards of 30 beds, it was spacious, welcoming, functional, clean and quiet. Each bunk is equipped with a privacy curtain, charging station (USB connections only) and a large electronic locker for your valuables — locks use a numerical code to open/lock. There's plenty of space in the room for oversized luggage. WiFi network, shower and water pressure all worked great. Common areas offer cozy vibes with plenty of seating and whisky/beer tastings. The Stay: The bed was comfortable and the dorm is well designed. CoDE is situated in a very safe and secure neighborhood. The hostel is gated with entry codes provided to guests for access control. Its prime location emerged as the standout feature. Conveniently located and a short distance to most attractions (100 Airport Link is a brief walk away). The Service: The staff were incredibly kind and helpful. They were always available to answer questions and offer tour recommendations. Towels are provided free of charge and the breakfast was great. Social activities held on-site regularly. 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 30 May 2024
Vinicius
United StatesBathrooms could take a bit more care cleaning
The best value for the money if you’re on your own. It is a hostel keep that in mind… the rest will surprise you on a good way! Great people there
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 30 May 2024
Karen
United StatesThe quiet times in the court were not observed at all
Great location, clean, comfortable and private beds for being in a courtroom!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Olivia
United KingdomGreat location, great facilities . Really unique place to stay .
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Mahon
United KingdomExcellent location, facilities, everything! Ideal for solo travellers, groups, couples, anyone. Great staff, great building. Good breakfast, beers, coffees. Highly recommended.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Patti
United StatesWe had to store our luggage for the Skye tour and the POD does not offer storage once you have checked out. We had to use an app to find another hostel that offered luggage storage. We got to see another option for hosteling, and I think we all felt lucky to have picked the POD.
As a 63 YO female traveling with friends, none of us had never stayed at a hostel before. The POD was right in front of our tour company's pick-up point for our 4 day trip to Skye, so we booked it. 5 of us in one of the 8 pod private rooms. We had just completed 4 days at the Marriot in Edinburgh as well as 5 day self-drive tour staying in various AirBNBs as well as one night in Sterling Highlands Hotel. None of us knew what to expect of the POD and really enjoyed the unique (to us) experience of hanging in the bar and common areas and making our breakfast in the morning in the communal kitchen. Staff was great. Bathrooms were immaculate. Bedding was pristine and comfortable. The theme was cool. Never been to jail, so it was a first for me. Convenience was great.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Brian
AustraliaThe corridors were a little dark. making it a difficult for a slightly vision impaired person as myself to key the entry codes in. But that was all part of the atmosphere .
It was 1st time for me staying in this type of accommodation and I was surprised by the pleasant atmosphere. The pod was comfortable and I felt secure. I wish I had discovered this type of accommodation when I was younger. The other guests were respectful and considerate. Making it an enjoyable experience.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Victoria
United KingdomMaybe a little busy/noisy on a bank holiday weekend but that can’t be helped * I would maybe book a smaller dorm the next time.
So central. I was nervous about staying in a hostel but it was absolutely fine, I felt safe, I loved my little bed pod curtains for privacy. The staff were great.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Stephen
United KingdomI expected a little bit of noise with it being a hostel so I booked the smallest dorm available (at time of booking, 8 person) but it was particularly noisy with people running up and down corridors shouting and screaming at midnight.
Quirky. Washroom facilities were new, modern, clean. Pod was perfect for privacy. Lockers well thought out idea not requiring coins. Coffee/ Breakfast available from 0700hrs. Shared kitchen was nice in the morning. Great location.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Bhavna
IndiaSimple, fuss free, clean with a great location
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Naman
India3rd floor washroom was out of order, we had to go to other floor for washroom.
The free walking tour in morning was excellent
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Emiliano
ItalyNot very well organized. The staff was sometimes bothered to help.
Very central. Okay for 1/2 nights. They organized many activities for the guests.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Yhesica
ColombiaLocation is great.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Claire_76
AndorraThe bathroom is outside the room.
The staff are very helpful, the location is fantastic, and it is easy to find. Near everything, very silence in sleeptime ,comfortable pods .
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Katarina
EstoniaThe room was maybe a bit too small for 10 people, but luckily the air flow was good.
Awesome stay, pods are comfortable and stuff is really kind and helpful. The hostel can't be at a better location, just a few minutes away walking from the fortress, around good restaurants and lively areas for a night out.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Sheila
United StatesBathroom closer to my pod
Good coffee, fresh croissant, by the cathedral
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 24 May 2024
Shwetha
United KingdomI wish there were options for breakfast
Clean ,friendly and helpful staff, quiet and peaceful inspite of being right in the centre of the city. Just a short distance away from the main attractions.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Sancler
BrazilOn the hotel’s website and the frequently asked questions on Booking, the hostel says they keep costumers bags during local travels to the Highlands, for example. However, whe I asked to leave my luggage for my 2-day tour to the Highlands once I would be back gor another night at the hostel, the receptionist said they wouldn’t keep my luggage after check-out uner ‘no circunstances’. That’s absolutely nonsense and illogical as they do have a luggage deposit ans I would be happy to have paid for it. I had such a hard time to find another place to keep my luggage. For this reason, I wouldn’t come back if I had local trips booked.
I really enjoyed location and the comfortable pods. The hostel buildings is very picturesque too.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 22 May 2024
Stephanie
AustraliaThe cleanliness of other people in the shared room, there were no available power points as people were using them, but they were not in the room. Bench space was taken up by empty bottles and other items belonging to people in the shared room.
Staff were very friendly and helpful. The sleeping pod is private and clean, and lockers are available to keep valuables safe. Location of the hostel is perfect and in amongst it all. The whisky and gin tasting downstairs was great! This is my second time staying here and I would recommend it to anyone as its very good value for money and not like any other hostel.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Alessio
IndonesiaNothing.
Perfect location on the royal mile. Easy access to the structure, clean and comfortable. Hot water for showers and clean toilets. System works with codes and allows access 24/7. All in all it s very efficient and works properly with no issue.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Tori
AustraliaWould happily stay here all the time. Such a great backpackers. The privacy of the pods were fantastic. The staff helped me with everything I needed. Nice and quiet.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Niloufar
AustriaThe Location and cleanliness
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Dillard
FranceThe location is perfect! everything is clean and the place is really quiet at night perfect!
Stayed in May 2024
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