1a Parliament Square, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 1RF, United Kingdom
#35 of 172 hotels in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 4679 hostel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.8
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.6
Free Wifi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: December 28, 2024
Jiajing
United KingdomIt would be better if the facility in the bathroom and communal places are more regularly cleaned.
Very centrally located, with easy access to train station. Wonderful staff. Roommates are quiet.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 26, 2024
Wen
IrelandThe double ensuite room is compact but comfortable with all the amenities you need. CoDE has loads of activities planned in house. Location is perfect right on the Royal Mile. Most attractions are minutes walk away. Would recommend.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 26, 2024
Maiko
JapanThe CoDE is located right middle of Royal Mile which I saw on BBC world news,was away amazed at the location. People are very attentive and kind, Tea and Chocolate bread was my fav. Christmas decorations were I think CoDE was the best Edinburgh.Top choice and will definitely come back again. Thank you so much,
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 25, 2024
Catherine
United StatesThings are reasonably well-maintained. Everything is cleaned regularly, but perhaps not exactly thoroughly. Its difficult to do when there are a lot of guests sharing facilities. Again, it's a fantastic location and a cheap price, very hard to beat in the center of Edinburgh.
Incredible location right on the Royal Mile. Facilities are reasonable, beds are comfortable and clean. The price is hard to beat for the location.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: December 25, 2024
Kuan
United KingdomLimited options for breakfast, but porridge and pastry is still fine though
Located right at the sweet point, next to the royal mile, 5 min walk to the Waverley station.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 25, 2024
Naomiz1979
NetherlandsNothing
I loved the atmospherre, staff, the pods , the music in the bathoom, rooms nice and warm on a cold wintersday. Great beds. Good blankets, great breakfast. Just loved everything! I am in my 40s and traveled solo but i felt at home right away, had an amazing 3 days in edinburgh!. Special thanks to Monica who was very helpfull!
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: December 23, 2024
Sharayu
IndiaThe pod felt bit stuffy
Cleanliness and the fact all the appliances and plugs were in good working condition
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 23, 2024
Jessica
United KingdomLockers I don’t think the information is in a convenient location I couldn’t see the wall poster until I had locked myself out Should be on counter top or inside the locker door Also there should be a recommendation on the thermostat. My room mate had temp on 26, could be better if you put on there a recommended temp
The pods were private and clean. The blackout curtains were good I had an issue with my pod as it was next to the heater and I was moved quickly without a fuss
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 23, 2024
Hanna
United KingdomThe door slammed all night. I did not manage to fall asleep at all. The door could not close without some force, where most users chose to slam it which also worked. Not great. It likely kept the bunk upstairs awake as well, and I noticed that the boxes we are sleeping surrounded with creak slightly as well ..
I've been here before and I liked that I could confidently gage the time things will take me getting there and then to the airport in the morning. Proximity to a lot of places to get food was another thing I liked, and another reason I chose to stay with you again.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 22, 2024
Tracey
United StatesNothing.
The staff was ultra friendly, super helpful. Loved the breakfast cafe and the live music in the evenings. Location is amazing. Everything is sparkling clean. I stayed in a private room for a week, then in a POD for a few days and loved both experiences. I will return as often as possible (from the US)
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: December 22, 2024
Wu
ChinaThe corner of the bed always have dusts, it should pay more attention to clean.
Many things are good! Cheap, convenient and great service.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 22, 2024
Camille
EcuadorIs hard to say. May be that there were no meals, or a silent social area.
I loved that you can stay at the social areas working all day (and even night). On Friday’s it can be a bit loud, but come on, is Friday! They have prepared lots of activities that are worth trying. I was not able to do them all, due to work, but few I did, ended up loving it. I liked how clean and organized everything was.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 22, 2024
Arjun
IndiaDuration of the stay could have been longer
The pod hotel was very convenient, clean and the location was absolutely fantastic!
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: December 21, 2024
Anne-marie
United KingdomNo negatives
It is private, welcoming and in perfect location. The staff are amazing. I loved it.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 21, 2024
Sasithon
United KingdomI really like the time I stayed here. It really good. The location was so excellent and safe!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 20, 2024
Vladan_1988
SloveniaLack of electric socket inside pod. (I know, fire department advice excuse) Usb ports slow and unusable.
Bed was super comfy, location perfect.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 19, 2024
Ivan
SpainThats really an amazing place! we really loved it with my friend!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 19, 2024
Orozco
United StatesIt was lovely, and clean!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 19, 2024
David
United KingdomGreat staff , fantastic location
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 19, 2024
Kenneth
DenmarkThe bedding was a bit short in length. I'm not a tall guy but I had to sleep in a fetal position if I didn't want to have cold feet or upper body. I would also have wished that the bed was 20cm longer.
Super friendly staff, Very clean rooms. Perfect location. Lots of activities.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 18, 2024
Michelle
ItalyIt was in the heart of Edinburgh and they had the cutest little activities and a coffee and waffle breakfast that was delectable. The pods were comfy and surprisingly had an immense amount of privacy despite there being 10 other people in the same room. Staff was friendly and the bathrooms were always up to par with cleanliness. I would recommend this hostel to anyone, especially female solo travellers because they also have womens only rooms which made my stay a lot less stressful.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: December 18, 2024
Joana
PortugalThe coziness of the bedroom in our pods
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 18, 2024
Kyuho
South KoreaSuper friendly staffs, cozy reception and amazing location. I'm 180cm tall and the bed was a bit small but not a deal considering the cost. I would recommend this amazing hostel to anyone who visit Edinbugh alone
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: December 18, 2024
Rahero
ColombiaFast check-in, luggage storage free, nice staff.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 17, 2024
Sudharsan
IndiaI can’t say anything
Property was spick and span, restrooms were maintained in a hygienic way. Location was very convenient. All together, I strongly recommend staying here.
Stayed in December 2024
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