Fantastic location

Stayed in August 2022

nothing

the location was great for the festival. The sleep pods were comfortable and clean.

Stayed in August 2022

The breakfast could have some more vegan options, but I understand that it’s a basic continental breakfast and I was happy enough with what I had.

Great facilities, comfy bed, with a great vibe to the whole place. Luggage storage and locker facilities are really useful. I had a great stay and will be back.

Stayed in August 2022

small common area

very cool concept, incredible location

Stayed in August 2022

clean efficient and convenient low cost accommodation. Well designed basic place to stay if you need a bed for the night.

Stayed in August 2022

Location excellent, facilities too. Free walking tour with Ross was exceptional. Use of kitchen (fridge,kettle etc) is spacious and welcoming. Interesting decor - I would return and recommend if you're visiting Edinburgh give this place a visit

Stayed in August 2022

a little bit expensive

first time calpuse hostel experience, the bed is surprisingly comfy, recomend it for solo short stays

Stayed in August 2022

It was a little warm in the rooms because it was a hot day in august. Some air flow would be recommended.

This was our first experience in a hostel, and I was pleasantly surprised. It was very clean, quiet, everyone was respectful of each other, and it was a lot of fun! Location was amazing!

Stayed in August 2022

some bits and pieces needed repair downstairs toilet lock

convenient and all I needed

Stayed in August 2022

The price

When I booked it felt super expensive for a hostel dorm (I’d wanted my own room but prices in Edinburgh are sky high during the festival). However, it wasn’t like a dorm room experience, it was like having my own tiny room which was clean and comfortable. I could barely hear the other dorm room guests, I had my own locker, I slept better than at home to be honest. The showers and facilities were high end and it all looked new and well maintained. I didn’t have to queue for a shower either day - it was like having the space to myself. Really pleasantly surprised and would definitely stay here again in a dorm, without worrying about it being a dorm. I just wish prices in the general weren’t so high, one day I paid £3.80 for a coffee in local independent caf and they set me a ten min time limit to drink it and scarper. Free tea and coffee at breakfast was great, and the buffet looked really good. Shared seating area was also super useful as a breakout space to work and charge phone

Stayed in August 2022

none! very nice

the location is prime! and very clean

Stayed in August 2022

The luggage storage was quite over crowded.

Even with such a central location in the height of the summer it was a peaceful stay. An extremely high standard of facilities, everything we needed and very comfortable.

Stayed in August 2022

In the heart of the royal mile, it’s the absolute best location. as far as hostels go it’s clean and everyone was nice and the privacy of the pod was great.

Stayed in August 2022

Nothing really everything was good

First time staying in a hostel, a great experience! The stuff was very nice and helpful, bathrooms clean almost all the time, the room size was better than expected.

Stayed in August 2022

Even though the lockers are quite big, there is very little space for luggage (or at least in the dorm I was staying in) so it was a bit messy. The bins are stored at the end of one of the staircases, which made me feel as if I'd wandered into a corridor that I shouldn't have been in.

The location is great, the pods are quite comfortable and the system with the codes works really well. I was really happy that I didn't have to use a padlock... The showers are excellent, not always a given at a hostel. Even though it's very central, I felt like it was rather quiet. Sure, you can sometimes hear people outside, but it was hardly loud and our window was open all night. There is a nice little sitting area at the reception. The little curtains at the pods really blocked out the light.

Stayed in August 2022

The pods do get stuffy in warm weather. When someone accidentally bangs on the wall of their pod, it resonates strongly through the structure. Only USB-A outlets are available in the sleeping pods - if your charger uses USB-C, you have to charge your stuff at a wall outlet outside of your pod The breakfast was decent, but lacks variety. One time they ran out of coffee.

The pods were overall more comfortable/private than bunk beds and were well designed. Lockers were the perfect size and were convenient to use. Bathroom facilities were modern and clean The location was absurdly central, and yet still quiet enough at night. The hostel building was really cool (renovated courthouse).

Stayed in August 2022

Toilet a little cramped

Location excellent for festival

Stayed in August 2022

on the Royal Mile during the fringe crush (we weren’t here for the fringe), small common areas

fun theme, reasonably close to the tram/airport, clean, on the Royal Mile

Stayed in August 2022

The bathrooms on third floor were out of toilet paper in several stalls and out of hand soap for a day. I had to tell them twice about the issue. Once addressed, it didn't happen for the remainder of our stay.

The location of this property cannot be beat, it was in the center of everything! We felt very safe staying here due to location and "code" security. For a nominal fee, you can purchase breakfast. The staff made delicious waffles and we could make our own panini. Also provided were yogurt, porridge, juices, coffee, boiled eggs, cereal, ham, cheese and bread. Guests can use the kitchen to make their own lunch and dinner. The decor was modern and fresh. The pods allowed more privacy than typical bunk beds, were clean and comfortable and we had assigned lockers with a security code. We took advantage of the fantastic tours offered from the Code, beer tasting and a free walking tour. However the best aspect of this property was definitely the staff! They were so friendly, helpful, professional and respectful. We had a great time!

Stayed in August 2022

Pods were a little stuffy. August is probably as hot as it gets, but perhaps a little more airflow.

Stayed in August 2022

Everything was amazing! Location ,facilities ,staff were the best! It was one of the best hostel experiences I have experienced...

Stayed in July 2022

wish toilets were in our rooms but they were only down the corridor so it was fine

went on a stag do, perfect for what we needed. great location, very clean, staff helpful and friendly

Stayed in August 2022

Wish it was cheaper but still good price

Met cool people

Stayed in July 2022

I am not going to lie - I did find it a bit uncomfortable because I was put in a pod in a room with 6 pods, but the other 5 occupants were all of the same family - 2 adults and 3 kids! I had no clue and barged into the room looking for my pod to be met by mother and son who I am sure had no idea themselves that I was just about to invade their space! I have to say I was not expecting to be sharing a pod with a family who probably didn't want me in their space. Although they were super nice and quiet but I felt awkward about being in their space probably more than they did. I wasn't staying for long though as I was catching a flight early the next morning so it was bearable for a short time. Also I found the pods themselves to be quite small. I am a slim 5'5 woman and I was just about able to fully stretch out. So a very tall person would struggle I'd imagine? The other thing was the light in the pod could not be adjusted. I do not like sleeping in pitch black and always need a bit of light but because the dorm lights went off automatically at night, my only option was to keep my private pod light on, but this couldn't be dimmed so was too bright for a restful bit of sleep.

I liked the simplicity of the place. I just walked in, spoke briefly to reception and had my code and room number. Staff were friendly. In the main reception/kitchen area, it was very busy with people. USB and plug points in the individual pods to charge your phone etc. Curtain to pull across your pod area to keep privacy. The women's bathroom area was very clean and spacious with lots of sinks, toilets and shower areas that looked to be well maintained and not at all dirty. Please note I can only speak for the women's bathroom! I also liked that you had your own little private locker in the dorm which was easy to lock and open and was good to store your stuff as the pod is literally just your private bed space and you don't really want to have your bags in there. Location is up the Old Town, 5 mins from Princes St. I was going to the airport early that morning so it was super convenient to get the bus for the airport. Price extremely reasonable.

Stayed in August 2022

slightly noisy guests in the early morning.

clean, perfect location, friendly staff

Stayed in August 2022