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19 May 2023
Friday
19 May 2023
Friday
Exterior view, Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only in Edinburgh
10-Bed Dormitory -- Mixed - Guestroom, Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only in Edinburgh
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Lobby, Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only in Edinburgh
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9.0

Exceptional

475 reviews

475 reviews

Housekeeping25
Breakfast12
View10

"The bed is clean and comfy, bathroom is clean and separate for females and males."

Li

"Everything is well organised and clean."

lok

"Hostel is located in the middle of Edinburgh as well, making it convenient to travel and visit Edinburgh."

Pang

"It is huge with many chill lounges, group activities hosted by the hostel every night, free coffee/ tea/ hot chocolate, kitchen to enjoy."

Pang

"Great hostel with cheap breakfast and comfortable beds."

Faith
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9.2

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location - Inside city center
Exceptional for walking
Parking
Available
Walkable places
Johnston Terrace Garden
40 m
The Scotch Whisky Experience
50 m
Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre
60 m
Mons Meg
70 m
Witches well
70 m
Popular landmarks
Royal Mile Street
110 m
Edinburgh Castle
240 m
The Real Mary King's Close
390 m
Edinburgh Old Town
390 m
National Museum of Scotland
400 m
Closest landmarks
Isle of Skye Candle Company
90 m
Ian Mellis
100 m
Armstrong's
100 m
Highland Tolbooth Kirk
100 m
The Knights Vault
100 m
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Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only

15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2PW - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Strategically situated in Edinburgh Old Town, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Edinburgh Castle.

Highlights

Hygiene Plus

560 meters to public transportation

Top Value

Excellent breakfast

Excellent view

Facilities

Front desk [24-hour]

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Luggage storage

Contactless check-in/out

Game room

Laundry service

Safety deposit boxes

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Edinburgh every 6 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money9.1
Distance to city center1.7 km
Location rating9.2
Nearest airportEdinburgh Airport (EDI)
Distance to airport10.3 km

Rooms available at Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only

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10-Bed Dormitory -- Mixed
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  • Room size: 23 m²/248 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 bunk bed
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Triple Room
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  • Room size: 5 m²/54 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 single bed and 1 bunk bed
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Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 12 m²/129 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 bunk bed
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1 Bed in a 12-Bed room (Mixed)
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  • Room size: 23 m²/248 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 bunk bed
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6-Bed Dormitory -- Mixed
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 bunk bed
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Basic Double Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 6 m²/65 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 double bed
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Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 12 m²/129 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 bunk bed
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4 Bed (Female)
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  • Room size: 12 m²/129 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 bunk bed
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Quadruple Room
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  • Room size: 5 m²/54 ft²
  • Shower
  • 2 bunk beds
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4 Bed Share Mixed
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  • Room size: 12 m²/129 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 bunk bed
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Frequently asked questions

Does Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only provide laundry services?

Yes! Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only offers hot water linen and laundry washing at your grasp for whenever you need your favorite clothes clean and fresh all throughout your vacation. Please contact the property for more information.

Does Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only provide an option for contactless check-in and check-out?

At Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only, travelers can take part in contactless check-in and check-out option provided by this property for your convenience and safety.

What interesting attractions are close by Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only that are in walking distance?

While staying at Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only, begin your holiday break by exploring the closest destinations that are within close proximity to the property which include Armstrong's, Highland Tolbooth Kirk, and The Knights Vault.

What public parks are nearby Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only?

While lodging at Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only, indulge in your morning or evening stroll at nearby park which include Bauks View, Magnet Play Area, and Pump Track.

How long do guests usually stay at Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only?

Verified past guests that have stayed at Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only had an average nightly stay of 2 nights at this property.

What was the average room rate for Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only been in the past month?

The typical room rate for Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only in the past month is 14.57 GBP, compared to city's average of 142.02 GBP.

In which languages can Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only's staff members communicate?

Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only can converse in 4 languages and supports popular languages such as English and Spanish for guests visiting this property. Please refer to the 'Amenities and facilities' section and in the 'Languages spoken' category to find out what different languages this property supports.

What payment cards are supported at Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only?

Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only accepts up to 4, with payment card selections such as Cash, Visa, MasterCard, and American Express.

What is the typical rating that verified Business travelers' have given to Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only?

Past business travelers that have stayed at this property have given Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only an average rating of 9.0. You can look up more detailed customer reviews and responses by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that verified Families with older children have given to Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only?

Past families with older children that have stayed at this property have given Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only an average rating of 10.0. You can search for more comprehensive customer ratings and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What restaurants are close by Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only?

Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only’s neighborhood is Edinburgh Old Town which comprises of popular restaurants such as The Last Drop, The Witchery by the Castle, and Petit Paris.

Is breakfast offered at Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only?

Customers can enjoy breakfast offered with an additional charge of 2 GBP for adults if not included in the room rate. You may save on breakfast costs with Agoda by booking a room with breakfast, which is usually included for less than buying it at the resort.

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What people love about Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "The bed is clean and comfy, bathroom is clean and separate for females and males."

    Li

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    27 April 2023

  • 9.6

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "Everything is well organised and clean."

    lok

    |

    25 October 2022

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Location

    "Hostel is located in the middle of Edinburgh as well, making it convenient to travel and visit Edinburgh."

    Pang

    |

    3 November 2022

Property ranking|Compared to 1,659 Edinburgh properties
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Value for money score
9.1/10
Service score
9.3/10
Location score
9.2/10
Room comfort score
7.2/10
Better than
99
%
of Edinburgh properties
Better than
98
%
of Edinburgh properties
Better than
97
%
of Edinburgh properties
Better than
96
%
of Edinburgh properties
Overall rating:

9

Exceptional
475 reviews
Cleanliness
8.7
Facilities
8.9
Location
9.2
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More about Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only

More about Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only

Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only

For travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Edinburgh, Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only is the perfect choice. Its convenient location right in the city center allows you more time to see all that Edinburgh has to offer. Explore the genuine Edinburgh that most travelers never see, with a stay at Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only -- located only 240 m from Edinburgh Castle.
At Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only, guests are bound to have a stress-free stay. Keep up with all your communications easily with the hostel's free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy convenient available parking right at the hostel. Front desk service is provided at the hostel including luggage storage.
Getting tickets for the city's best entertainment is easy through the hostel's ticket service and tours. Get cozy and warm in the lobby with the hostel's charming on-site fireplace. Feeling lazy? In-room conveniences like daily housekeeping let you get the most out of your room time. For the comfort and health of all guests, smoking is not permitted anywhere within the hostel.
Smoking is allowed only in the designated smoking areas provided by hostel.
All rooms at Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only are designed for comfort. For your comfort, some rooms at the hostel are equipped with linen service. Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only also provides a hair dryer and towels in bathrooms for select rooms.


Dining and things to do

Apart from amenities and services, Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only goes the extra mile to make sure all guests make the most of their time. Get social at the hostel's shared lounge and TV area, where you can meet other guests.


Around the property

Don't miss out on all that Edinburgh has to offer during your stay at Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only. Acquire some cultural knowledge with a day at Royal Yacht Britannia located 3.9 km away, where you can see famous works by local artists. The most famous landmark nearby is Arthur's Seat just 2.1 km away.


Reasons to stay here

Get more than you bargain for here, which scores value for money higher than 98% of the city's accommodation.
Facilities at this hostel are rated higher than 98% of other accommodations in the city.
Find some excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining better than 98% of the city's other accommodations.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8.9

Most talked about facilities

Breakfast

10 mentions

Housekeeping

10 mentions

Internet

2 mentions

View

1 mention

Languages spoken
  • English
  • French
  • Polish
  • Spanish
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Billiards
  • Game room
  • On-site entertainment
  • Ticket services
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Face coverings on staff
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Protective screens in common areas
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Shared stationery removed
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Shared kitchen
Services and conveniences
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fireplace
  • Heating in public area
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
Access
  • Adult-only property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Bicycle parking
  • Car park [on-site]
Available in all rooms
  • Carpeting
  • Free bottled water
  • Heating
  • Linens
  • Shared bathroom

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • Continental

Location

15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2PW
Exceptional
Location

9.2

Airports
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    10.3 km
  • Perth Airport (PSL)
    55.3 km
Public transportation
  • Edinburgh Train Station
    560 m
  • Haymarket Train Station
    1.4 km
Hospital or clinic
  • Blood Donor Centre
    410 m
Shopping
  • Ocean Terminal
    3.8 km
Convenience store
  • Tesco Express
    700 m
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    50 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
    80 m
  • Royal Mile Street
    110 m
  • Edinburgh Castle
    240 m
  • The Real Mary King's Close
    390 m
  • Edinburgh Old Town
    390 m
  • National Museum of Scotland
    400 m
  • Calton Hill
    1.1 km
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse
    1.6 km
  • Arthur's Seat
    2.2 km
  • Royal Yacht Britannia
    4.0 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Johnston Terrace Garden
    40 m
  • The Scotch Whisky Experience
    50 m
  • Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre
    60 m
  • Mons Meg
    70 m
  • Witches well
    70 m
  • Scotisch Whisky Heritage Centre
    80 m
  • Aha Ha Ha
    80 m
  • Robert Bruce Statue
    80 m
  • Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
    80 m
  • Outlook Tower & Camera Obscura
    90 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

Minimum age of guests is: 18 year(s).

Others
  • Groups of 5 or more need to contact the hostel directly before making a reservation. This includes guests making separate/individual reservations up to and over 5 guests. The hostel reserve the right to cancel any unauthorized group booking, including individual bookings made on the spot. Guests will be charged in full and not refunded.
  • Guests must provide a valid form of government regulated identification (eg. passport, ID card, driver’s license, etc.) upon check-in.
  • The minimum age required to stay at this property is 18 years.
  • Hen and stag parties are not accepted.
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from: 17:00
  • Check-in until: 23:00
  • Check-out until: 10:30
  • Reception open until: 23:00
Getting around
  • Distance from city center: 1.7 km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes): 20
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price): 2 GBP
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floors: Yes
  • Room voltage: 240

Property announcements

All bookings will have exclusive occupancy of the room due to COVID-19. Please book the correct amount of beds for people in your group. You will receive an email prior to your stay with our new COVID measures in place.

Reviews of Castle Rock Hostel- Adult Only from real guests

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9.0
/
10
Exceptional
From 475 reviews
Cleanliness8.7
Facilities8.9
Location9.2
Room comfort and quality7.2
Service9.3
Value for money9.1
High score for Edinburgh
Rating
9+ Exceptional (140)
8-9 Excellent (25)
7-8 Very Good (24)
6-7 Good (8)
<6 Below Expectation (13)
Time of the year
Mar - May (35)
Jun - Aug (49)
Sep - Nov (85)
Dec - Feb (41)

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10.0
Exceptional
Pang from Singapore
Solo traveler
1 Person in 12-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
Stayed 1 night in June 2022

Best hostel I've ever stayed!”

Hostel was huge with many different rooms to chill, do work and meet new people. It is cozy and comfortable, and the staff are helpful too. The hostel provides a room to store luggage, and also provides free coffee and hot chocolate. Hostel is located in the middle of Edinburgh as well, making it convenient to travel and visit Edinburgh. Thank you for the amazing stay for the past 3 days :-)

Reviewed November 04, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
YunSeo from South Korea
Solo traveler
1 Person in 12-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
Stayed 1 night in June 2022

The best hostel in my life”

Friendly staff, great location right in front of victoria street and edinburgh castle. Beds and sheets were very clean. The rooms had a lot of space even in 12 person room, it was so comfortable. They also have an amazing dining room where you can cook or drink tea or coffee (provided in the room). We definitely recommend it!!

Reviewed July 03, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Leanne from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
1 Person in 12-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

highly recommend”

Nestled underneath the famous Edinburgh Castle the views alone make staying here worth it.. not only that but it's really convenient location for all the top attractions in Edinburgh. More importantly the staff are super friendly, so helpful and just so welcoming. The hostel itself has loads of added bonuses such as a cinema room, lounges, a kitchen... my stay here for a week couldn't have gone better I slept so well and just really enjoyed my stay. Definitely value for money and would happily stay here again in the future.

Reviewed May 28, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Richard from Australia
Solo traveler
1 Person in 14-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 1 night in January 2022

The best hostel!”

Had an amazing time here. I was supposed to stay for only a night but ended up staying for another night. Very relaxed atmosphere and the location is superb. I really liked the vibe at this place and made lots of friends. The rooms are spacious and bed is comfortable. Will definitely stay here again and highly recommended!

Reviewed January 10, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Pang from Singapore
Solo traveler
1 Person in 12-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
Stayed 2 nights in June 2022

Stay here ✨💯”

Travelled around UK and this hostel is the best! It is huge with many chill lounges, group activities hosted by the hostel every night, free coffee/ tea/ hot chocolate, kitchen to enjoy. Despite the large number of travellers, the staff are very prompt and helpful with our requests. Thank you for making the stay wonderful! ❤️

Reviewed July 05, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Fernando from Spain
Solo traveler
1 Person in 16-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

Exceptional”

The location is good, you have an amazing view just outside the hostel. The staff is very kind and friendly. For the price, is a really good investment.

Reviewed May 09, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Arundhathi from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
4 Bed (Female)
Stayed 1 night in March 2022

Really Convenient”

It is a charming little place right next to the Edinburgh castle. It was my first solo travel and staying there made it a lot more easier and safer.

Reviewed April 01, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
michael from Australia
Solo traveler
6-Bed Dormitory -- Mixed
Stayed 1 night in November 2019

Exceptional”

Good starter for backpacking experience. The hostel is situated next to Edinburgh Castle and walk-able distance to pubs, restaurants, souvenir shops and historical sites. Just a gentle note, if you're getting to this place on luggage, expect to walk through cobblestones but the whole experience is magical as everyone says.

Reviewed January 05, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Raissa from France
Solo traveler
1 Person in 16-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

Nice place”

Good localization, in the city center. It's organized and nice! I really recommended it!

Reviewed May 25, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Shamini from Malaysia
Solo traveler
4 Bed (Female)
Stayed 3 nights in April 2022

Nice Place ”

Good place just opposite the castle , the environment is so fresh

Reviewed April 20, 2022

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9.2
Exceptional
Nuranis from Malaysia
Couple
10-Bed Dormitory -- Mixed
Stayed 2 nights in November 2021

Awesome stay! Highly recommended ”

By far one of the best hostel i stayed in. The decor and theme of the entire hostel is amazing. And its located beside a castle and the view is amazing from our window. Beds ate very comfortable. Toilets and showers are clean! And they have spacious lounge room with games, movie nights and alot of activity.

Reviewed November 29, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Anna from United States
Solo traveler
1 Person in 12-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
Stayed 1 night in April 2019

Amazing Location in the Old Town”

Very easy to walk here from where the airport bus drops you off. Clean and well-run.

Reviewed January 06, 2020

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9.6
Exceptional
lok from Poland
Solo traveler
1 Person in 16-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 2 nights in October 2022

Good hostel”

Everything is well organised and clean.

Reviewed October 25, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Julie from Denmark
Solo traveler
1 Person in 14-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 3 nights in February 2020

Exceptional”

I have stayed here twice and would definitely come back for another stay. Nice staff, lovely decor, amazing location.

Reviewed March 08, 2020

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9.6
Exceptional
Alexander from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Stayed 3 nights in December 2021

Amazing”

Couldn't believe how good it was. Friendly atmosphere, lots to do, great location, helpful staff. 10/10

Reviewed December 14, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Tien from Vietnam
Solo traveler
1 Bed in a 12-Bed room (Mixed)
Stayed 2 nights in October 2019

Perfect stay in Edinburgh”

I love this place. That's it !

Reviewed February 26, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Jund from Philippines
Solo traveler
1 Person in 16-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 4 nights in December 2019

Excellent”

I have no words for this hostel but beyond exceptional.

Reviewed January 07, 2020

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9.2
Exceptional
Alison from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
10-Bed Dormitory -- Mixed
Stayed 1 night in November 2021

Exceptional”

Great kitchen, wonderful rooms to to hang about suiting sociable and peaceful moods, excellent location by the castle and great value for money!

Reviewed December 08, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Julie from Denmark
Solo traveler
1 Person in 16-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 5 nights in December 2019

Nothing to complain about ”

Everything was amazing.

Reviewed January 06, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Emma from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
1 Person in 16-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 2 nights in October 2021

Amazing Experience”

highly recommend

Reviewed October 04, 2021

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