Containers Hostel offers unique backpacker accommodation in Edinburgh. The world’s first hostel made form converted shipping containers this is a hostel like no other! We use shipping containers to create a glamping feel with a central courtyard which offers a great social experience, a big containers welcome and plenty of new friends await you on arrival, expect the unexpected.

We are the only pop up backpacker hostel Edinburgh has for the fringe festival providing accommodation for festival goes, performers and workers. For just two short months we turn a derelict piece of land into a thriving mini community. Think glamping meets festival all rolled up into the best backpacker accommodation in Edinburgh.

From the outside the hostel is just an unsuspecting amount of shipping containers but once you step inside you will realise you are in a backpacker hostel unlike any in Edinburgh. The laid back feel, big welcome and plenty of games organised by staff makes you feel instantly at home and quickly making new friends from all corners of the globe.

Due to the nature of the business we are able to offer the cheapest backpacker accommodation in Edinburgh without compromising on service or facilities. At the hostel, we have a fully furnished lounge room with books, games, TV and N64 complete with Mario kart. Our kitchen is well stocked with ample fridge and freezer space plus microwaves, covers and utensils. The courtyard area has a large outdoor seating area surrounding a giant Jenga set which is often played under the stars. The rooms are provided with fresh lined and comfy beds as well as lockers to store your belongings. There is a container each for toilets and showers located at the heart of the site.

What can you expect during your stay Containers Backpacker Hostel Edinburgh? We always put our guests first; you will find an unrivalled local knowledge and many tips for the rest of the UK and world. There is nightly entertainment ranging from games, to film nights to quizzes or if you have a suggestion just ask and we will try and accommodate you! We also offer free bike rental so you can take advantage of the great cycle network Edinburgh has to offer or for longer rides you can cycle to Queensferry, or along the canal to the Pentland Hills or Falkirk.

Containers Hostel backpacker accommodation Edinburgh is conveniently located just outside the city centre on the airport side of the city (west). We are 30minutes walk to the centre and 5 minutes to supermarkets, pubs and restaurants. Alternatively, you can catch a bus from right outside to the city taking 10 minutes, buses run 24/7. We are in a great location to the airport with only a 30-minute bus ride 20-minute taxi.

This is most importantly a backpacker accommodation in Edinburgh run by travellers for travellers so you can expect to find new friends and new experiences in abundance.

Think about it when was the last time you did something for the first time?

Contact us:
Containers Hostels Ltd
URL: http://www.containershostels.com/
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 07921 074218