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Containers Hostel Edinburgh

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, a quick walk to Murrayfield Stadium
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Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom
Lobby lounge
Courtyard
Property amenity
Courtyard

Reviews

7.0 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
357 Gorgie Rd, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH11 2RP
  • Murrayfield Stadium
    9 min walk
  • Tynecastle Stadium
    10 min walk
  • Edinburgh Zoo
    4 min drive
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    19 min drive

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

In-room safe
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Edinburgh

At Containers Hostel Edinburgh you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Murrayfield Stadium and Tynecastle Stadium. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Gorgie hostel, you'll be 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Edinburgh Zoo and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Edinburgh Castle.
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What's nearby

  • Murrayfield Stadium - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Edinburgh Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Princes Street - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 9 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop - 14 min walk
  • Slateford Station - 15 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taste Good Oriental Cuisine - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sergio’s Fry - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Shandon Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Gorgie Fish Bar - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Containers Hostel Edinburgh

Hostel with free parking, a quick walk to Murrayfield Stadium
As a guest of Containers Hostel Edinburgh, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Containers Hostel Edinburgh also features a garden, a picnic area, and concierge services. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Edinburgh hostel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Containers Hostel Edinburgh offers 10 accommodations with a safe and free toiletries. This Edinburgh hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a limited basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: GBP 10.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Property is also known as

Containers Hostel Edinburgh
Containers Hostel
Containers Edinburgh
Containers Hostel Edinburgh, Scotland
Containers Hostel Edinburgh Edinburgh
Containers Hostel Edinburgh Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Containers Hostel Edinburgh?

Containers Hostel Edinburgh offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Containers Hostel Edinburgh?

Yep, Containers Hostel Edinburgh has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Containers Hostel Edinburgh?

The closest beach to Containers Hostel Edinburgh is Portobello Beach (8.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Containers Hostel Edinburgh?

No, Containers Hostel Edinburgh does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Containers Hostel Edinburgh?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Containers Hostel Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 30 reviews" "

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

ST, Toronto

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It's a unique concept but wish the property was more well cared for and that they don't cram that many people in the space. It feels a bit like a slum. Twelve people, six bunk beds are a lot for such a tight space. The room smells. And bathroom + kitchen + common space get so overused that it seems to be always dirty
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely love this property, the vibes are amazing. Everytime I come to Edinburgh I stay here, I can relax and just bring things down love them
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Sam

Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cheap and does the job
Was cheap and decent, staff seemed a little clueless at times but comfortable standard hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Chris

Great place to stay during the fringe
By far the cheapest place to stay in Edinburgh during the fringe! Obviously it’s not the most luxurious place in the world but it was a friendly atmosphere and the facilities were perfectly fine. Free parking in Edinburgh was also a big bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Does a good job for the Fringe
Cheap, easy and great for the fringe. Really nice staff. It is out of the city so you have to get a cab or bus but that was fine
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Cheap and Cheerful
Nice friendly staff not too far from city centre good value for money .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worth to TRY.
It is new kind of backpacking experience, but defo worth to try. Place is nice, staff is very helpful and everything is OK. Highly reccomend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best experience of my life
The outside of the hostel looks a wee bit sketchy. Once inside your perception will change. The people and staff were very welcoming. Containers hostel was quite the experience. Many could say it is a hidden gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worst hotel
Worst worst worst. Only drinkers and smokers. Strongly not recommended for family
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

rebecca, carlisle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, lovely staff
i booked the hostel for me and my partner to go see the fringe, we wanted something a bit different, thought it would make for good photos. would recommend, the staff were really lovely
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
pretty well self contained
pretty good. clean dorms. nice vibe. it is a bit rough n ready but it's shipping containers! nice atmosphere too. events most nights so good social. chill out zone, indoors and out and gaming consoles for some old school Mario kart action
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kris, Aberdeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great chill hostel with friendly staff
Stayed only a night at the hostel with a group of friends before an early morning flight. Very welcoming with everyone being friendly and respectful of each other. Definitely recommend to anyone looking for a chat or a hang out with some nice people while visiting the city. It not be the most beautiful place on the outside but once you enter the hostel it's like a mini community and you can forget that you are in the middle of the city.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Very pleasant stay
Was a pretty nice stay no issues at all, room and other areas all clean, little bit basic but exactly what you expect lovely staff and other guests, but be pre warned if you want peaceful and quiet early nights then this may not be the pace for you, Overall was a very nice time thanks

2/10 Terrible

A, NZ

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Minute of despiration
It is exactly what it sounds like - a number of containers crammed with as many bunk beds as could fit. RIckety, dirty and not very comfortable. It is made slightly better with relentless drinking and socialising that is done during the day and well into the night, as the owner operator is a very welcoming host. Otherwise, the linen is dirty, no towels, bathrooms are scary after the night before.

10/10 Excellent

John Rufus, Felton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Edinburgh
Great place but hard to find

2/10 Terrible

Ken, Huddersfield

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The idea is good, but the execution was very poor. Far too many bunks in each pod with little or no light, especially in the corners. Very little security, in fact none as any Tom, Dick or Harry could walk onto the site and into the pods with no problems. Although the ground was covered in " astro turf " it was clearly very wet and damp in most places and there were also various smells emanating from various area's.

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good value hostel
For a hostel made of shipping containers it's more comfortable than you'd expect. The staff are friendly and it's generally good value. The only problems were the reception was often unattended and the bedding wasn't completely clean.

10/10 Excellent

Ewan, Durham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A Little Oasis
Great place to stay, very friendly staff. Ideal for The Fringe

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Es un concepto diferente y bastante interesante, pero a nivel de limpieza si queda debiendo, la primera impresión que uno se lleva no es la mejor.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

gilles, marseille

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel décevant, loin du centre
Nous ne sommes pas restés à l'hôtel au vue des locaux dont l'état de propreté ne correspondait pas à nos critères. Le personnel était très accueillant et n'a posé aucune condition sur le fait que nous ne restions pas sur place. Hotel conseillé aux jeunes ou routards endurcis sans aucun jugement. Petit conseil au propriétaire, il pourrait peut être investir dans une tonnelle un peu plus grande et conséquente pour la cour intérieure commune. Dans un pays pluvieux ou le réconfort est sans doute, dans un hôtel un lieu ou on peut se protéger de la pluie. PS : Le bureau de réception est à l'abri, les clients sous la pluie pour l'enregistrement !!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

mia, sweden, oskarshamn

Good, becouse the crew was nice
The most things was good. I like the town, fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mal eine etwas andere Art unterzukommen aber definitiv lohnenswert, wenn man wenig budget hat und Leute kennenlernen will
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017