Castle Rock Hostel

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938 out of 981 HostelBookers customers said that they would recommend 'Castle Rock Hostel'

FABULOUSLY LOCATED! right by The Castle, our palatial hostel offers wonderful character, with a mix of grandeur and Backpacker vibe!

Step outside our front door and the world famous Edinburgh Castle looms above!!! It's all here; enjoy Edinburgh's BEST location - 1 minute from Edinburgh Castle, 1 minute from the Royal Mile & 1 minute from the Grass market. Inside, our hostel offers tremendous views over the city from our bright, sunny, palatial rooms. We also offer the best facilities, everything from WI-FI internet to a movie room! A delightful garden-patio to a traditional coal fire for those winter nights! And plenty plenty more. …. being at the very heart of the city we are just a stroll from the bus, train and airport bus and though we are in a relatively quiet street (so you can get a good night's sleep), the city's wonderful late night-life is also just around the corner –ideal!

Built in 1846 and turned into a backpacker’s hostel in 1997, rather than going the way of some of being a modern sterile hostile, we have packed this grand old edifice full of art, character and antiquity. We think you will love it. Some people say it is more an art gallery or museum than a hostel, but it's fundamentally a place to put your feet up and relax in comfort, or join in the fun with fellow travellers.

Our receptionists will always give you a friendly welcome and can help with any questions about what to see in Edinburgh or about travel around Scotland. We aim to look after you totally so you can have the best holiday possible. Here's a list of more that we offer…..

Truly superb location under the castle ramparts
Open 24 hours every day of the year
Bed-side lockers in most rooms
24 hour Safe for total security.
Vibrant atmosphere with a choice of lounges
Free historic walking tour (Saturday, Sunday)
big lounge with Juke box, pool table, piano, free tea and coffee
ART everywhere
Big screen movie lounge with Scottish and mainstream movies
Internet lounge with WI-FI
Posh lounge with piano and fire
Hot and strong showers
Large self-catering kitchen
Breakfast £2
Laundry service £2.50
Clean bed linen (with properly fitted sheets)
Mac Backpackers tours pick-up point
Sun patio
Fabulous views over the city
No hidden charges
No Stag or hen parties
Minutes from the bus and train
Scottish owned - backpacker run

IMPORTANT NOTE!!!
We don't accept any group larger than 6 pax.
Be aware that if you book for a group your reservation will be cancelled and you will loose the 10%.
If guests are under the age of 18 you must contact the hostel first for the managers approval

…..And something else, if you're looking for a holiday job then come to Edinburgh, there's so many jobs going here, we have a busy jobs notice board at the hostel.

Hope to see you soon!!

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