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High Street Hostel

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8.4

Excellent

2,376 reviews

2,376 reviews

Housekeeping13
Kitchen3
Breakfast1
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9.3

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location - Inside city center
Popular neighborhood
Exceptional for walking
Parking
Available
Walkable places
Rent A Bike
20 m
Edinburgh Cycle Hire & Scottish Cycle Safaris
20 m
Palenque
30 m
Scottish Gems
50 m
Museum of Childhood
60 m
Popular landmarks
Edinburgh Old Town
250 m
The Real Mary King's Close
270 m
National Museum of Scotland
370 m
Calton Hill
470 m
Royal Mile Street
540 m
Closest landmarks
Blackfriars Street
60 m
e-corner
80 m
The Netherbow
90 m
Geoffrey the Tailor
90 m
Tron Kirk
90 m

High Street Hostel

8 Blackfriars St, Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1NE - 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

Located in heart of Edinburgh

320 meters to public transportation

Inside city center

260 meters to Edinburgh Old Town

Facilities

Front desk [24-hour]

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Luggage storage

Contactless check-in/out

Game room

Bar

Laundry service

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Edinburgh every 6 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money8.4
Distance to city center2.7 km
Location rating9.3
Nearest airportEdinburgh Airport (EDI)
Distance to airport10.9 km

Rooms available at High Street Hostel

Very good
Room comfort & quality

7.5

1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
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  • Room size: 10 m²/108 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 bunk bed
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Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 bunk bed
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1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
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  • Room size: 10 m²/108 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 bunk bed
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1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
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  • Room size: 10 m²/108 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 bunk bed
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Single Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 bunk bed
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1 Bed in 18-Bed Dormitory
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 bunk bed
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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 5 m²/54 ft²
  • Street view
  • 2 single beds
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Double Room with shared bathroom room
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  • Room size: 5 m²/54 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 double bed
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Single Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 11 m²/118 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 single bed
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Single Bed in 18-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 37 m²/398 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 single bed
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Frequently asked questions

Is car parking available at High Street Hostel?

High Street Hostel offers car park onsite for all guests traveling with a automobile. Please contact the property for more information, or log into your Agoda account and contact the property through Agoda's direct message chatbox.

What bars are in close proximty of High Street Hostel?

While staying at High Street Hostel, indulge in your evening or night out at Tonic, Regent, and Cumberland Bar to make the most out of your nightlife.

What public parks are nearby High Street Hostel?

While remaining at High Street Hostel, cherish your early morning or evening stroll at nearby park which include Western Defences, Magnet Play Area, and Malleny Garden.

What are the property's policies for children's bedding at High Street Hostel?

High Street Hostel's policy pertaining to children's bedding considers guests age 2 years and older as adults, and therefore requires an extra bed which will incur an additional charge. You can find additional information about specific child policy and age range for this property, by checking the "Property policies" section located in the property page for more details.

When was High Street Hostel built?

High Street Hostel was built in 1564.

What is the typical rating that verified Business travelers' have given to High Street Hostel?

Past business travelers that have stayed at this property have given High Street Hostel an average rating of 8.1. You can look up more detailed customer assessments and responses by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the average rating that past Couples' have given to High Street Hostel?

Verified couple travelers that have stayed at this property have given High Street Hostel an average rating of 8.3. You can look up on more descriptive customer critiques, and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified guest travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that verified Families with young children have given to High Street Hostel?

Past families with young children that have stayed at this property have given High Street Hostel an average rating of 8.3. You can look up more in depth customer testimonials and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What do local visitors think about High Street Hostel?

Past local travelers that have stayed at this property have given High Street Hostel an average rating of 9.1. You can look up on more descriptive customer reviews, and responses for this property down in the review section.

What restaurants are nearby High Street Hostel?

High Street Hostel’s local community is Edinburgh Old Town which consists of popular restaurants such as Whiski, Byron, and The Tron.

What is the closest airport to High Street Hostel?

The nearest airport to High Street Hostel is Glasgow Prestwick Airport, 102.0 km away.

Is breakfast offered at High Street Hostel?

Wake up to an exceptional continental breakfast at High Street Hostel. Guests can enjoy breakfast offered with an additional charge of 2 GBP for adults if not included in the room rate. You can save more 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 High Street Hostel

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Bathroom

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

    Li

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    28 April 2023

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "The room is clean and this hostel seems like well organize."

    Suhartini

    |

    10 August 2019

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Location

    "I loved the vibe in this hostel, very well located."

    GIOVANNI

    |

    23 October 2022

Property ranking|Compared to 1,658 Edinburgh properties
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Location score
9.3/10
Room comfort score
7.5/10
Value for money score
8.4/10
Service score
8.7/10
Better than
98
%
of Edinburgh properties
Better than
97
%
of Edinburgh properties
Better than
96
%
of Edinburgh properties
Better than
95
%
of Edinburgh properties
Overall rating:

8.4

Excellent
2,376 reviews
Cleanliness
8.0
Facilities
8.0
Location
9.3
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What travelers say they love:
Overall this is a good hostel to stay in.
Despina from Australia
Solo traveler
More about High Street Hostel

More about High Street Hostel

High Street Hostel

For travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Edinburgh, High Street Hostel is the perfect choice. Its convenient location right in the city center allows you more time to see all that Edinburgh has to offer. Are you seeking the true Edinburgh? Experiencing the best of the city's culture is easy with a stay at High Street Hostel, located merely 860 m from Edinburgh Castle.
Enjoy all that High Street Hostel has to offer! Free internet access provided within the hostel keeps you connected throughout your stay. For those driving their own car, parking is available for guests. Always get the assistance you need with front desk services including luggage storage and safety deposit boxes.
Booking the best tickets and getting the hottest restaurant reservations are made easy with help from the hostel's ticket service and tours. For longer stays or whenever you need it, the dry cleaning service and laundry service keep your favorite travel outfits clean and available. Feel like doing nothing? Available services like room service and daily housekeeping let you get the most out of your time at the High Street Hostel. For health reasons, smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the hostel.
For guests who would like to smoke, the designated smoking areas are available.
All guestrooms at High Street Hostel provide guests with a range of amenities to ensure a restful night. Bathroom amenities are just as important as others, and at the hostel you'll find a hair dryer and towels available in some guest bathrooms.


Dining and things to do

Each morning you can start the day with a delicious in-house breakfast offered at High Street Hostel. A great night out couldn't be easier! Enjoy a fun evening without traveling outside at the bar. Are you a great cook? Make your own meals in-house at the hostel's shared kitchen.
Fill your days with the array of activities and facilities offered at High Street Hostel. Family time on relaxed evenings is easy with the hostel's library and shared lounge and TV area.


Around the property

An array of attractions are a must-see while visiting Edinburgh. A great museum trip can be had at Royal Yacht Britannia located 3.6 km away, with local art that provides a sense of the region. Don't forget to stop by the most iconic landmark in the area, the famous Arthur's Seat just 1.6 km away.


Reasons to stay here

Find rooms here that are cheaper than 97% of all other options in the city.
Compared to the city's accommodation options, this hostel scored higher than 98% of them for food and dining.
Guests who stayed at this hostel have scored it higher than 97% of accommodations in the city.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8

Most talked about facilities

Housekeeping

14 mentions

Internet

2 mentions

Breakfast

1 mention

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Croatian
  • German
  • Italian
  • 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
  • Ticket services
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Body thermometer
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Protective screens in common areas
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Shared stationery removed
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Bar
  • Breakfast [continental]
  • Kitchen
  • Room service
  • Shared kitchen
Services and conveniences
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Food delivery
  • Heating in public area
  • Laundry service
  • Library
  • Luggage storage
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace
Access
  • Adult-only property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Car park [on-site]

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • Continental

Location

8 Blackfriars St, Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1NE
Exceptional
Location

9.3

Airports
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    10.9 km
  • Perth Airport (PSL)
    55.2 km
Public transportation
  • Edinburgh Train Station
    320 m
  • Haymarket Train Station
    2.0 km
Hospital or clinic
  • Richard Verney Health Centre
    480 m
Shopping
  • Ocean Terminal
    3.5 km
Convenience store
  • Tesco Express
    260 m
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    110 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Edinburgh Old Town
    250 m
  • The Real Mary King's Close
    270 m
  • National Museum of Scotland
    370 m
  • Calton Hill
    470 m
  • Royal Mile Street
    540 m
  • Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
    600 m
  • Edinburgh Castle
    870 m
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse
    920 m
  • Arthur's Seat
    1.6 km
  • Royal Yacht Britannia
    3.6 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Rent A Bike
    20 m
  • Edinburgh Cycle Hire & Scottish Cycle Safaris
    20 m
  • Palenque
    30 m
  • Scottish Gems
    50 m
  • Museum of Childhood
    60 m
  • Whistle Binkie’s
    60 m
  • The Tappit Hen
    60 m
  • Blackfriars Street
    60 m
  • John Knox House Museum
    70 m
  • Fudge Kitchen
    80 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
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from15:00
  • Check-in until00:00
  • Check-out from00:00
  • Check-out until10:30
  • Reception open until00:00
Getting around
  • Distance from city center2.7 km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)23
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)2 GBP
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsYes
  • Number of rooms 22
  • Room voltage240
  • Year property opened1564

Reviews of High Street Hostel from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.4
/
10
Cleanliness8.0
Facilities8.0
Location9.3
Room comfort and quality7.5
Service8.7
Value for money8.4
High score for Edinburgh
Rating
9+ Exceptional (59)
8-9 Excellent (21)
7-8 Very Good (29)
6-7 Good (8)
<6 Below Expectation (15)
Time of the year
Mar - May (32)
Jun - Aug (47)
Sep - Nov (35)
Dec - Feb (18)

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10.0
Exceptional
GIOVANNI from Mexico
Solo traveler
Double Room with shared bathroom room
Stayed 5 nights in October 2022

Best hostel ”

I loved the vibe in this hostel, very well located. Facilities are great and the guys in the reception are really nice!

Reviewed October 24, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Timothy from Australia
Solo traveler
1 Bed in 18-Bed Dormitory
Stayed 2 nights in August 2022

Best stay in europe”

Alessio one of the staff members was fantastic. Very welcoming and gave all the necessary information for my stay. Defitnely coming back here if I'm in Scotland again.

Reviewed August 17, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
SOUMYOJIT from Ireland
Solo traveler
1 Bed in 18-Bed Dormitory
Stayed 1 night in August 2022

Fringe!”

Wonderful place, stayed here during Fringe 2022, super friendly place, will definitely recommend.

Reviewed August 29, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Olugbenga from United Kingdom
Business traveler
1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 5 nights in December 2022

Exceptional”

Nice kitchen and lovely lounge

Reviewed January 15, 2023

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9.6
Exceptional
PATRICIA from Ireland
Family with teens
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in April 2022

Great location, good choice!! 👍🏻 ”

Great location just off the Royal Mile with a popular brunch place just across. Friendly staff and the best firm mattress I’ve ever found in a hostel! Kitchen available downstairs and pool table. Little terrace at the back yard. The only downside: very low heating.

Reviewed April 26, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Sirijun from Thailand
Solo traveler
Single Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Stayed 4 nights in September 2022

best everything ”

near royal miles and kitchen is big

Reviewed September 11, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
serafin from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
1 Bed in 18-Bed Dormitory
Stayed 1 night in June 2022

great value for money”

great value for money

Reviewed July 19, 2022

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8.8
Excellent
ALMA from Italy
Couple
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in September 2022

UNBETEABLE LOCATION, OK HOSTEL”

Everything went fine, what I liked the most was the location!

Reviewed October 04, 2022

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8.0
Excellent
Paul from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
1 Person in 8-Bed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom - Mixed
Stayed 1 night in April 2022

Best for younger travellers ”

It was a comfortable stay but personally I think I prefer my own room. But if you are used to hostels then this one is very good.

Reviewed May 05, 2022

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6.8
Good
Ka from Hong Kong SAR, China
Solo traveler
1 Person in 8-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
Stayed 1 night in July 2022

Good for guests if they want to socialize with others”

Good location (near Royal Mile). Perfect for those who wanna socialize with guests from all over the world. There is a public kitchen for cooking and I often see people making pizza and pasta. Nice! The common area allows guests to socialize, play board games, cheeses, watch television, etc. Atmosphere is friendly. Free luggage storage service is provided. The room is a bit smelly though.

Reviewed August 01, 2022

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7.6
Very good
Nathania from Indonesia
Family with teens
1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 3 nights in December 2019

Very good”

Great location. Great hostel vibes. Rooms are a bit small and smell strange. But the for the price is worthed

Reviewed January 03, 2020

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6.8
Good
Badreddine from Algeria
Solo traveler
Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Stayed 3 nights in July 2022

Good location”

Overall you get what you pay for. Location is good..

Reviewed July 31, 2022

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5.6
Deja from United Kingdom
Couple
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in December 2021

Affordable, but low quality”

Me and a friend stayed for one night in order to go to our early morning tour. The Good ▪️Directly next to the tour building ▪️Affordable ▪️Close to many food places ▪️Staff were friendly The Bad ▪️They put us on the 7th floor and there is no elevator, so it was hell carrying luggage. ▪️The facilities are old ▪️It was freezing cold for most of the night, so I had to wear my coat ▪️“Mattress” was 2 pieces of foam ▪️Bedding smelled used and was covered in another person's hair. I spent the night thinking of bed bugs. ▪️Difficult to shower and dress in the bathroom, impossible to do with my disability luckily I had a private room.

Reviewed December 05, 2021

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2.4
Sherzod from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

Acceptable”

Awful place! Kitchen is always dirty. There is an Italian guy working at night and his attitude is horrible.

Reviewed October 22, 2022

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2.0
iren from Italy
Solo traveler
1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 1 night in February 2020

Acceptable”

I book a bed with a specific request which was successfully ignored. I discoved that only upon arrival. And it was very easy to satisfy. No comment

Reviewed July 29, 2022

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I'm sorry to hear you made a request that could not be granted. We try to accommodate everyone's request where possible

Responded July 29, 2022
High Street Hostel
8.0
Excellent
Vinabelle from Singapore
Solo traveler
Stayed 3 nights in June 2016

Nice Hostel Near in Royal Mile!”

1. Location is perfect! Just 3-5 min walk from Royal Mile. So close to all the Main Tourist Attractions. All 15-20 min walk in Calton Hill, Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat, a lot more. 2. Common Toilets & Showers (Boys & Girls) were always clean and well-maintained. Hot Showers were all functioning well. 3. Have Complimentary (FREE) Coffee, Tea and Hot Choco in the Kitchen. 4. Can cook & bake. Just make sure you label your food (with your Name, Room and Date of Departure) so, nobody can take or throw your food. Kitchen is big. Have complete utensils, pans, plates, cups. Just clean everything after cooking! 5. Have an amazing lounge at ground floor. A lot of people hang-out every day & night. They allowed the guest to bring their own food & drinks! 6. Have strong WiFi access! in all areas. 7. Beds were comfortable. Have own bedside safes, lockers two power sockets and light bulb. Rooms are big so, no need to worry if someone is taking your space. 8. 15-20 min walk to Edinburgh Waverley Train Station and St. James Shopping Mall (for Bus Station) and 30-minute drive to Edinburgh Airport via Bus (located near in Edinburgh Waverley Train Station). 9. Laundry is cheap (GBP 3.50). You gave your laundry in the afternoon; in the evening they will return to you. You can also rent a towel for only 20 pence. Iron for clothes is available too at the common areas. 10. Have continental breakfast. Have to pay around GBP 2 (not bad). Comes with bread, cheese, coffee, fruit, juice and cereals. However, you can buy Subway outside which cost only GBP 2.50 for bread and coffee. 11. Check-in (2pm) and Check-out (10:30am) is quickly done. For 5-10 minutes you already have and return the keys. 12. Reasonable price. Around GBP 10-15 on weekdays. GBP 25-35 during weekend. 13. Staff are nice and helpful. 14. A lot of Free activities for guests. Pub Crawl, Beer Pong, etc. The only CON is that you can only stay here Maximum 2 weeks or 14 days and you are NOT allowed to return aga

Reviewed August 24, 2016

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9.7
Exceptional
KA from Hong Kong SAR, China
Solo traveler
Stayed 3 nights in February 2015

Probably the best hostel”

Location, Cleanliness and Friendly staff

I stayed there for three nights and it was a decent experience. Even though I was staying in a 10-people dorm but it's not a crowded room. That means you have a lot of space. The room is tidy and neat, so as to the shared toilet and shower room. The staff at reception was friendly and they kept an eye on who's entering the hostel. A card is given upon arrival and you have to show it every time when going inside. The hostel itself is conveniently located and it's just a walking distance to nearly all attractions in Edinburgh.

Reviewed June 17, 2015

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9.2
Exceptional
Ka from Hong Kong SAR, China
Solo traveler
Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Stayed 4 nights in March 2018

Best hostel ever with friendly staff”

Staff are friendly and helpful. They are willing to share with us the attractions nearby. Also, it is an unforgettable experience for staying in a historic building in Edinburgh. Also, it is very cheap and the location is very good that it is near to most attractions. The kitchen is very large that it was not crowded even when there are many people in it. Also, they provide us free coffee, tea and chocolate and necessary cooking equipment. I have met so many nice travellers and we all had a good time here. The common area is nice and cozy that allowed us to chat happily. They also hold different activities to gather travellers making this living experience a memorable one. It is probably one of the best hostels I have ever stayed!

Reviewed October 13, 2018

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10.0
Exceptional
HONG from France
Solo traveler
Stayed 2 nights in December 2016

Great!!!”

- great location, just about 10 min walk to undergrand station, prince street, Edinburgh castle, etc. - nice staffs - big common place and big kitchen for us to use - big room - locker is available - clean toilets and bathrooms though they're shared - i would stay again if i come to Edinburgh again

Reviewed January 29, 2017

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10.0
Exceptional
Suhartini from Indonesia
Solo traveler
1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 1 night in August 2019

Perfect Location, Friendly Staff and clean room”

I spent 3 night here and absolutely would stay again if I visit Edinburgh. Hotel location is really perfect. Its walking distance to Edinburgh castle, calton hill, royal mile. The room is clean and this hostel seems like well organize. Thanks!

Reviewed August 11, 2019

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