1a Parliament Square, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 1RF, United Kingdom
#32 of 160 hotels in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 4798 hostel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.8
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 27 September 2024
Brid
United KingdomCosieness
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 27 September 2024
Héloise
GermanyI really liked the location. Everybody was very friendly and respectful. I really enjoyed my stay there. Especially as a solo female traveler. I will definitely stay there again the next time I'm in Scotland
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 27 September 2024
Renata
Spainamazing stay, very friendly and helpful staff and good quality of the accommodation for the value. The location is just perfect,too!
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 27 September 2024
Cassandra
NetherlandsThe location is perfect, the rooms are comfortable and facilities are excellent. They also organize fun events for guests!
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 26 September 2024
Hrithick
Polandlovely place and just on the royal mile so it's remote to almost every key area in Edinburgh. would definitely come back
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 26 September 2024
Laura
AustraliaGreat location, comfortable pod beds and clean
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 26 September 2024
Pauline
CanadaEverything
Everything was perfect. Felt secure. Clean bathrooms, great room setup
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 26 September 2024
Sam
United KingdomI enjoyed the whole process. There are no obvious flaws in this. If i had to get nitpicky, i'd guess that their external signage could be more direct.
I have stayed before - it is a very central, very affordable and reasonable space. The staff are friendly and the process is very clear to use the pods.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 26 September 2024
Aimee
IrelandMy second time staying at CODE - can't recommend it enough. Location is great, beds are comfy, showers are powerful. I'd return again
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 25 September 2024
Mel
AustraliaToilets were limited in number.
Location and quiet
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 25 September 2024
Sandy
United StatesThe bag room could have been a little bigger. But i'm not going to complain because they allow you to store your bags for free.. such was awesome
The first night I stayed in a 6 bed mixed room. The second night I stayed in a 11 bed women's room.. It honestly wouldn't have mattered either way. I never saw anyone and people are very respectful and quiet at night. Your little pod is so comfortable.. Slept well.. Staff couldn't be nicer and the location right in Parliament square is perfect.. Ending my trip the last night there as well ..wouldn't stay anywhere else
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 25 September 2024
Jackson
CanadaPods were very cozy and everything was very clean
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 25 September 2024
Celine
AustraliaPrivate room was a bit small
The themed accommodation was very nice, wonderful location and great facilities
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 25 September 2024
Sandy
United Statesummmmm.... nothing
the staff are awesome.. so nice patient and accommodating.. even before I came they always answered any question right away.. they have me the best recommendations for sites and even where to find live music at night.. everyone is just so cool and nice
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 23 September 2024
Pascal
FranceLocation. Staff. Common areas.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 22 September 2024
Christian
United StatesBeing in the city center, it can get loud outside at night, even with earplugs. Staff also threw out about 20 british pounds worth of my properly labeled food over a period of two days, leaving me with no breakfast or lunch ingredients.
The entire place was clean, well located, comfortable, and had great but small, kitchen and laundry facilties.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 22 September 2024
Anne
IrelandFound it very expensive
Property was fantastic and a great location
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 21 September 2024
Ana
SpainThe only thing i may have an issue with was the lil' charging station you get at your pod. It's not like the hostel can do anything about it cause there's even a sticker that explains that it's just fire safety regulations and there was a couple regular wall sockets right in front of the bed but it was still kind of annoying, specially cause mine for some reason kept heating up and it started to freak me out. Still worth it.
it was so shockingly clean? Not that i was expecting a dirty place or anything but it was actually cleaner than a lot traditional hotels i've stayed in. Also the wifi was insanely good, even in the lower floors, not a single issue. And as a bonus treat the guy who gave us the free tour (James) was insanely sweet <3
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 20 September 2024
Amber
AustraliaThe location was absolutely perfect, the rooms were comfortable and clean.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 20 September 2024
Roxanne
United StatesThe store your luggage room if you arrive early needs to be bigger. I had to rearrange part of the closet to get mine and someone else’s luggage in. Wall shelves around the room may be more expedient.
Staff and guests were very kind and courteous to each other. Meals were s deal. The bed and pod was very comfortable. Loved that there was an elevator for transporting luggage.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 20 September 2024
Alannah
AustriaGood location, clean bathrooms, friendly staff
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 19 September 2024
Redmond
AustraliaNothing. Compact pod as expected
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The pod had everything I needed and other people in room were quiet and considerate. We were able to open a window for extra fresh air, and fans were available on request but not needed, although I can imagine they would be used in warmer months. Breakfast was great, porridge with a good choice of toppings and a pot of tea got £5. Everything was clean. There was a laundry as well if needed
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 19 September 2024
Molly
CanadaHostel had a welcoming vibe, fun theme & decor. Clean and tidy rooms & bathrooms. Free luggage storage. Cafe was amazing, great food and drinks. Staff was friendly and welcoming. Would definitely go back
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 19 September 2024
Diane
United StatesEasy walk from the train station and tucked into an alcove off a busy street. Lots of choices for meals surrounding the property. I’m in my mid 60’s and felt completely at home here. It was quiet inside (street noise was loud but that’s not their fault) and everyone-staff and guests-were respectful and kind. The facilities were spotless and the pods were a great alternative to the usual hostel bunk beds. The pods had lights, a shelf, a hook and a USB plug for phone charging. The mattress was comfortable and the linens were good quality. Didn’t stay for breakfast but it looked good and was reasonably priced. Overall a great experience.
Stayed in September 2024
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