Two Hillside Crescentvsa&o Edinburgh City
Both properties are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Two Hillside Crescent ranks marginally higher than Safestay Edinburgh. Two Hillside Crescent has a TripExpert Score of 77 with accolades from 2 sources such as Lonely Planet, The Telegraph.
Two Hillside Crescent
 The Telegraph
 Lonely Planet
Two Hillside Crescent, Calton, Edinburgh EH7 5DY, Scotland
From $0/night
- Free Internet
 - Free Breakfast
 - Breakfast included
 - Flatscreen TV
 
9.0
 "Time to re-adjust your thinking about guesthouses - this class act gives many boutique hotels a run for their money in both the style and comfort stakes." Full review
 Top Choice
 "Five spacious and individually decorated bedrooms grace this gorgeous Georgian town house – it's worth splashing out for the 'superior' room with twin floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the gardens." Full review
a&o Edinburgh City
 Rough Guide
 Afar Magazine
 The Telegraph
 Oyster
 Lonely Planet
50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh EH1 1NE , Scotland
From $13/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Laundry Service
 - Laundy Room
 - Restaurant
 - Breakfast buffet
 
 "A five-star hostel just off the Royal Mile, with 622 beds in twin rooms or dorms. Women-only rooms are available." 
 "Hostels - the word alone is strong enough to awaken the worst feelings in the world." Full review
8.0
 "A good example of a competitive new style of hostel accommodation: less relentlessly wholesome than a traditional rambler’s rest but not a party-animal pit." Full review
Budget
 "Part hostel, part residence hall, the budget Safestay Edinburgh is a young, casual property with a party atmosphere." Full review
 Top Choice
 "A big (620 beds), bright, modern hostel that feels more like a hotel... A huge bar and a central location just off the Royal Mile make this a favourite place to stay for the young, party-mad crowd." Full review