I loved the ambiance of this place. It was in a convenient spot as it was only 5 min walk from many of our tour meeting spots and sights we wanted to see. Check-in was a breeze, staff was friendly and let us store our luggage. Only negative was the size of our private 4 bed room. It was the smallest hostel room I had ever stayed in. Very little space to open our suitcases

I was delighted to find a cheap bed for the night in an excellent location and a well organised set up. At 63 I was afraid I might be a bit old for a dormitory bed in a hostel but there was a good cross section of people and everyone I met was friendly and considerate. I’d definitely recommend and would return in the future.

Decor very 'quirky'

The location was perfect! Will admit that the walk up the hill was difficult for my older relatives. We were on the top floor too so that was a bit rough. Would encourage to get a cab if you're older and not used to walking up hill.

Location is great, service very good. Squeking fire door added with zero noise isolation was little annoing. Overall good value of money 😋

My second stay here - first was just travelling but this time I stayed for an event. I would recommend the rooms with less people because the bigger ones I found not as comfortable but they’re not bad! Free tea/coffee/hot chocolate was lovely as always, oat milk seemed to be frozen though 😅 all of the team are friendly and helpful! Because no mirror in the room it was a bit harder to get ready for me on this stay but not the worst, extra space in the bathrooms for sorting yourself out. Usual hostel standard and you can do laundry for a charge too if you need to! Events they do nightly are fun and good to socialise!

Super friendly staff, big common room if you’re more social but little ones if you want peace too! Free tea/coffee/hot choc - though milk did seem to be lacking especially if you don’t drink cow milk. No lifts etc so poss a struggle for some - not an issue for me but worth noting I thought. They have activities and a cheap breakfast, it’s limited but what do you expect for £2.50. Location is good for old town, easy to walk round the city and beds were comfy enough! I will definitely stay here again when I’m visiting Edinburgh.

Awful. Sheets were itchy, urine smell throughout, no way to plug up hairdryer in bathroom, people were rude and I did not appreciate the smugness of the attendant at check out. Low water pressure, place was freezing, hardly any heat in the rooms and washrooms. They left the windows open to mask the urine smell!

Very good location 👍

The hostel is pretty comfortable , clean and well-located. A great option to choose

An amazing place with amazing view, and an amazing staff who were so very friendly and accomodating.

I noticed the staff was awesome but also they look a bit tired. They have large work journeys doing all kinds of work (cleaning, check-in, etc.). Toilets and showers need deep cleaning. The smell in dorts is not nice, maybe changing the carpet is strongly necessary.

Good place, nice staff, and safe.

I loved the location, the staff, the female dormitories and everything in general.

Positives: One min walk from the castle, clean room. Negatives: No toiletries, £2 charge for a towel, expensive on street parking, tiny room, dated furnishings, tacky decorating.

Perfect

Good location . Could use new mattresses .

The hostel is locate in a very good location,very friendly staff and very clean. Inside have very nice lounges,and well equipped kitchen,also there is free coffee,tea or chocolate,there is very cosy and always warm, Nice if you are walking all over the city and the weather is cold and raining,you can go there for a hot drink and warm you up as the hostel is too close to Royal Mile

Amazing resource, and apt for one of the world's best cities! Literally just below the castle, and a castle itself, in the best part of the Royal Mile, is this treasure. Inside, it is inclusive, well organized, and clean, though naturally a bit drafty and shab sheik, as that mkes it all the better! Thanks, and see you soon!

I've stayed here multiple times. Of all the hostels I've stayed at, this is my favorite by far. It's more than your average hostel--it has a community feel about it that is welcoming to every visitor, no matter the age or interest. The staff is BEYOND friendly and accommodating, even when meeting challenges that they may not be able to answer.

Very nice location, close to Edinburgh Castle.

This hostel was great all around!

I standing in very good acomodation, cèntric place and impressionant ambient

Spacious place for hostel, very clean, friendly staffs, close to tourist attraction, the staffs very helpful! I had so much fun to stay there! Definitely will come back

Excellent location,just go upstair from the road and you are by the castle and the royal mile. It is not a new facility but it is well kept. There are plenty of showers and toilets , at least on the floor I was. I didn't really use any common rooms besides the kitchen because I was out all day Overall nice inexpensive place to stay when you visit the town.

Excellent location, staff, cleanliness, rooms and price.

Excellent location,just go upstair from the road and you are by the castle and the royal mile. It is not a new facility but it is well kept. There are plenty of showers and toilets , at least on the floor I was. I didnt really use any common rooms besides the kitchen because I was out all day Overall nice inexpensive place to stay when you visit the town.

Huge hostel right next to Edinburgh Castle. Being staffed by people who are staying there, so they have interest in keeping it clean and operating well. Very flexible with requests. Other guests are friendly, and there are multiple lounges if you want quiet time or to be social. Nightly events are fun. Kitchen is large and has most of what you need. Only two minor issues is that during peak times, refrigerator and bathroom space can get a bit crowded. If I were to visit Edinburgh again, I would definitely stay here; highly recommend.

A bed & beddings, lounge rooms, service.. everything was very convenient and cozy to take a rest.

Location...Location..Location!!! Funky Hostel. Suited for young adults mainly.

Location...Location..Location!!!Funky Hostel. Suited for young adults mainly.

I like everything, perfect location, plenty of activities to do will definitely comeback