Location was fabulous and safe. Bathrooms were ample and very clean. Very friendly and helpful staff.

Stayed in June 2023

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LOCATION & activities!!! Right smack in the heart of Edinburgh's Royal Mile! Very walkable to just about anything! Very interesting to learn that this place used to be an actual prison!😱 The beer tasting down in their "Lost Close" was fun & the brews were PHENOMENAL!!! Slàinte!!!🍻

Stayed in July 2023

Nothing

This is an amazing hostel! The pods are really great to have that extra bit of privacy. There’s a shelf, usb charger and hook inside the pod. The bathrooms were also amazing, and the kitchen was great for easily prepping food. There are heaps of activities run by the hostel, the walking tour in particular is great. The location also couldn’t be any better. Would highly recommend!

Stayed in July 2023

You cannot open a window which I don’t like

It was comfortable, friendly stuff and it’s literally in the city center!

Stayed in July 2023

The only criticism I could possibly find was the lack of communal essentials (salt, pepper, oil, etc) for cooking.

Picture perfect hostel experience with fantastic amenities. Property is located literally dead centre of the Royal Mile, so it was nice and close to every major attraction and all focal points of Edinburgh. Kitchen was stocked with everything you could need to cook a meal or prep lunch for the next day. Showers and bathrooms were nice and clean, water pressure was great and heat perfect. Beds were ridiculously comfortable and the pods provided a nice bit of of privacy, and rooms are well equipped with secure lockers. Building itself is quite historical and The Close underneath it is super interesting.

Stayed in July 2023

Honestly, nothing! If I had to nitpick, I would say that a chair or stool in the sleep studios would be nice for putting on shoes.

The location is fantastic, right in the heart of old town! I love the history of the building (courthouse, jail) and that they continued with the theme throughout. Breakfast was a pretty good value for the money. The well-trained staff and facilities really set this hostel apart from others.

Stayed in July 2023

The charging point in my pod wasn't functioning, but the staff diligently took a note and hopefully arranged the repair.

Clever pod system hotel with nice staff and good showers. Fantastic location in the heart of Edinburgh.

Stayed in June 2023

Many different events for every day of the week so a solo travel like me could easily meet other people.

Stayed in July 2023

Nothing!

Loved this hostel! Perfect location, lovely staff, super clean and the pods are the best!

Stayed in July 2023

The room was really small. I couldn't really open my luggage without blocking the walkway in the room. Not enough of toilets to share. Pricy for what it is. Breakfast was also a bit overpriced.

The hostel is right by the famous St. Giles cathedral. At night there was bagpipes performance next to the Parliament.

Stayed in July 2023

Little bit pricey for such a small room but obviously you have to pay for the location.

The biggest advantage is the location. We had a private room with bathroom which was small but perfect for one night. The staff is very helpful, no much noise after 11, breakfast is OK, nothing special.

Stayed in July 2023

The bathrooms weren't as clean as expected.

The people from the staff were really nice, the beds were comfortable and allowed privacy, the lockers were big enough for my carry-on suitcase and the location of the hostel couldn't be any better.

Stayed in June 2023

Great location

Stayed in July 2023

The only issue we experienced was the plumbing problems on our floor. The shared bathroom became 'out of service' after our first night as both toilets and showers didn't work properly. There were more facilities on other floors, however the one on ours was the largest one.

We couldn't have asked for a better location. The hostel was right in the historic centre next to all the central attractions. We stayed in the separate room with a double bed, rather than bunk beds, so the sleeping conditions were really good, no disturbances at all. The room was a little dark as the hostel is a transformed prison, so the windows were very tiny, but it added to the quirkiness of the place. Breakfast was also really good - plenty of options, savoury and sweet, enough to fuel you up for the day ahead!

Stayed in June 2023

The location was great, right in the center of the Royal Mile with all the action within walking distance nearby. The dorms were organized well, giving you a sense of privacy even while sharing with many other people. The community kitchen was also helpful.

Stayed in July 2023

Communal space limited

Location and clean

Stayed in July 2023

No

Stayed in a room of 12 mixed pods. Really clean. Large locker that is enough for a suitcase. Earplugs are free to pick up from reception. The shower room is really clean. They are designed into two areas where I can hang my dry clothes without worrying them getting wet. In Edinburgh centre close to everywhere within walking distance

Stayed in July 2023

Amazing location, quiet despite the location, excellent staff, and comfortable accommodation.

Stayed in June 2023

The hostel was really clean, the staff was very nice and the location was exceptional!

Stayed in July 2023

N/A

Good location, friendly staff, perfectly organized

Stayed in July 2023

Could be noisy, especially doors closing.

Great location. Really liked the pod system. Bathroom facilities very good

Stayed in July 2023

No outlet in the pod, only USB port. No extra lockers to keep luggage in when you show up early, only a tiny room already filled with suitcases

Location couldn’t have been better, cool and unique interior design, and the codes were quite spacious. Plenty of bathroom/showers and lockers. We stayed in the courtroom and even with 28 people in there I still felt we had enough room.

Stayed in July 2023

The bathrooms, specifically garbages/sinks, could be cleaned more often - just a quick wipe before/after the evening and morning rush. When I arrived every bin was overflowing. That being said there is a QR code to request cleaning I just felt weird about using it.

The pods were convenient, but keep in mind it does get a bit warmer at night as you’re essentially in a box - there is a thermostat to offset this which is nice. The breakfast is good for the price and if you’re a big breakfast eater. Staff were friendly and customer service was amazing when I contacted them. I like that they have coffee to purchase to-go and the environment overall when I was there morning/evenings was relaxed. If you’re sightseeing it’s conveniently in the middle of everything.

Stayed in July 2023

Nothing

All good

Stayed in July 2023

I stayed a 10 bed room. My bed was clean and highly comfartable. enjoyed my one night stay. The only one thing, they are not prvising a towel and one have to rent a towel for 3 pound. Also, ther are no sleepers (footwears) to be use for washroom.

Stayed in July 2023