About Edinburgh

Overlooked by an imposing castle, Edinburgh is a city which you will warm to straight away. Split into the Old Town and the New Town by Princes Street, the former is full of traditional bars, world class museums and quirky shops, while the latter is where high street chains, cutting edge restaurants and chic clubs rule the roost.

Due to the number of backpackers and students that decide to name the Scottish capital their humble abode, it is a relatively cheap city. Even if you are on the tightest of budgets, you can eat well and socialise too.

August is the most popular month with visitors. From the end of July to the beginning of September no fewer than 6 festivals are held. Three months later millions descend on to the city again for the Hogmanay Festival, the largest New Years Festival in Europe. But any time is a good time to visit Edinburgh and you won’t be home long before you begin planning your next trip.

  • Facilities

    • Open 24/7 all year
    • Dorms, deluxe quads, or twin rooms
    • Vibrant dining-party lounge
    • Self-catering kitchen
    • Quiet lounge, internet + wifi
    • Historic – dating from 1564!
    • UNIQUE DEEP-CLEANING REGIME! The only hostel co in the world that can put the mattress through the laundry machine!
    • Perfect security with unique bedside safes and lockers

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  • Latest News

    • Jul
      23
      2010

      PRE-AUGUST BED SALES

      We have beds available for this Monday 26, Tuesday 27 and Wednesday 28 July for a rock bottom price [...]

    • Jul
      15
      2010

      EDINBURGH FARMERS MARKET

      Every Saturday 9am till 2pm the Farmers market sells the freshest and tastiest produce from the local area.

    • Jul
      15
      2010

      SIMPLY RED

      July 18 brings the flavour of the 80’s and 90’s with the flame haired crooner Mick Hucknall.

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