High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere
High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere
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About this property
Situated in central Edinburgh, the High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere offers free WiFi in all areas. Dating back to 1564, this historic property is on a small side street, just off the Royal Mile. The hostel offers single beds in shared dormitory rooms. Each bed has a bedside safe and a locker. The rooms have access to shared bathroom facilities. Guests have use of a self-catering kitchen, along with a quiet internet lounge. There is also a more vibrant party lounge for dining in and complimentary tea and coffee is available. The High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere is only 5 minutes’ stroll from Edinburgh Railway Station. Edinburgh Castle can be reached after a 10-minute walk.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Laundry
- Heating
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Guests who stayed here loved
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United Kingdom“Excellent property. Friendly and helpful staff. Great location. Very close to all major attractions.” - Marta
Spain“Very friendly environment and even friendlier hosts! It is very well managed!” - Mio
Japan“Location and affordability. Super near the center of city n Hilton!” - Emilia
Australia“the staff were amazing. i thought i had lost all my ID and wallet and wouldn’t be able to get into the hostel, but the staff helped me out and let me get through. when i did find my ID i handed it straight in. i later found out all the staff knew...” - Sarah United Kingdom“There was a warm welcome on arriving, the dormitories were clean as well as the shower room and toilets. When I checked out early this morning the man on reception was very friendly”
- Björn
Germany“Great atmosphere. Very clean. Generous proprietor. Guest and staff like were in a good mood helping each other. Big kitchen. Lots of free food. Make comfortable coming room.” - Katarzyna
Ireland“Fantastic location it just couldn't be better really Helpful staff and cosy atmosphere Clean bathrooms and showers with hot water” 
Scott United Kingdom“Great wee place Only my 2nd time staying in a hostel (other was in Copenhagen, and that was only for a few hrs due to early flight), so was a wee bit apprehensive. I shouldnt have been, it was great. The location was central, and ideal,...”- Niamh
Switzerland“Good location, fun ambiance, friendly and helpful staff, i liked the little bookshelves, next time when we stay longer we would love to join the events” - Dakissia Ireland“Very very clean unlike other hostels, super chill atmosphere and very friendly staff”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform the property in advance.
Please note that hen and stag parties are not permitted.
When booking for more than 6 persons, different policies and additional supplements may apply. Please contact the property prior to arrival.
Please Note:
NO people under 18 years.
We take a key deposit of £10 at check in.
You need to have a government issued ID with you.
Groups of 5 or more need to contact the hostel directly before booking
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
