High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.7

Property highlights

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About this property

Located 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Laundry
  • Heating

Located in the real heart of Edinburgh, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Faith
United States United States
“Great location! Super fun receptionist and lounge.”
Gerardo
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“The place is really cozy, the beds really comfortable and warm (great since Edinburgh is really cold) and the staff is really friendly and helpful if you have any questions, the location is great too!”
Rebecca
United States United States
“The property was in a great location! It was clean and the people are so nice!”
Kana
Japan Japan
“Amazing staff! All of staff were so friendly and helpful, and also the reception is open 24/7! I liked the shared kitchen a lot. You can use all you need. It was very helpful that there were seasonings that everyone can use. Definitely the...”
Anastasiya
United States United States
“Great female only dorm. Clean, safe. There was short term luggage storage in the main area as well as long term storage in a locked room for 5 pounds a night. Very accomodating!”
Elvira
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“The style of the hostel in general, it’s very well known in the area. Common area downstairs is nicely done.”
Katelyn
United States United States
“I really enjoyed the High Street Hostel and would stay there again. The staff were helpful and we were able to drop our bags before check in time to explore the city. My expectations were in check so I liked the cozy, laid back feel of the place....”
Osborn
United States United States
“Right off of high street, close to train station and airport transit”
Bertelini
Brazil Brazil
“Lockers could be bigger than they are. A 40-liter backpack almost doesn’t fit in those there.”
Ilektra
Norway Norway
“Everything, the wall paintings, the decoration, the cosiness, the fully equipped kitchen, free coffee, sugar and milk for the coffee, the breakfast system, that I can leave my bags all day before and after I am checked in, the helpfull and kind...”

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House rules

High Street Hostel - Over 18s Only, Backpackers Atmosphere takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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 people, 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 ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.