About this property

Prime City Centre Location: Edinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only is situated in Edinburgh city centre, offering easy access to key attractions. Edinburgh Waverley station is a 2-minute walk away, while Edinburgh Castle lies 1 km from the property. Comfortable Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a lounge, shared kitchen, and full-day security. Additional amenities include a shower, private bathroom with bath, hairdryer, shared bathroom, TV, and electric kettle. Nearby Attractions: The National Museum of Scotland is 500 metres away, Edinburgh Playhouse an 11-minute walk, and Edinburgh Castle 1 km from the hostel. Other nearby points include the Royal Mile (700 metres) and Edinburgh International Conference Centre (18-minute walk). Local Activities: Surrounding activities include boating, kayaking, and canoeing. Edinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only provides a convenient base for city trips.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Edinburgh, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 bunk bed
2 bunk beds
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Paulo
Spain Spain
Excellent location and value for money, the facilities have everything a traveller could need, clean and very attentive staff in every way
Nicoleta
Ireland Ireland
Amazing location, super clean, layout of the big dormitories was very well planned out and actually have great privacy. Despite it being winter, it was nice and warm in the rooms. Showers spacious and water was mostly nice and warm
Tiago
Portugal Portugal
A really nice place to stay , we only been there for one night but we wish we could have stayed a lot longer Great location in city center, staff really nice Already know where to stay the next time I visit Edinburgh
Hassan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Everything was beyond what I had expected for the amount of money I apid.
Sascha
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Awesome location, all good, would go again. Easy dealings with keys and stuff. No party noises in the night in the building. yum yum next door for the last Shawarma after the party before falling into the bed.
Christie
Australia Australia
The staff were most friendly and helpful. The accommodation was great.
Weronika
Poland Poland
It was in a central part of Edinburgh. It was close to every main attraction, close to transport. There were lots of cafes in the area. The room was in a good condition. I had access to everything I needed. I liked that I could leave my bag before...
Panjaphon
Thailand Thailand
Good WiFi Location just next to train station Private room large size with kitchen
Stella
Spain Spain
It is in the middle is the old town, great location!
Stephen
Ireland Ireland
Felt comfortable, staff were lovely and showers were clean!

Property surroundings

House rules

Edinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardJCBMaestroDiscoverSoloBankcard Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.

Please inform Edinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.