1a Parliament Square, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 1RF, United Kingdom
#37 of 175 hotels in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 4651 hostel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.8
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.6
Free Wifi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: July 17, 2022
Ziyan
United KingdomSome customers, including me, find misbehaviours of people living in the same pod. Whereas people should take care of their own belongings, there should be more active responses and staff's help.
The location is quite good and it's fantastic to enjoy the overview of the St Gill Church outside my window. Plus, the restaurants within the walking distance are superb and you are there to give it a try since it is near the Royal Mile!!
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 16, 2022
Dominik
AustriaStyle, location, theme
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 16, 2022
Kamil
Polandnothing really
busy atmosphere breakfast option location comfortable capsules
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 15, 2022
Camila
BrazilI got the up bed and its very difficult to climb it because the stairs are not leading straight to it
I loved the location and the staff were really nice!
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: July 15, 2022
Mandy
New ZealandA little noisey within the property with doors banging, people walking around due to the nature of the property.
Location is perfect.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 15, 2022
Niamh
Irelandmodern good location
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 14, 2022
Gemma
United KingdomThe see through shower and bathroom. It was frosted glass but you would have seen quite a lot - good job me or my mum didn't need a shower, it would have been a bit awkward! (It was a private twin room)
Location was brilliant, right on the royal mile. It was novel and good for me and my mum who stayed the one night for an Eagles concert.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: July 14, 2022
Cristiana
PortugalIt was such a cute hostel, really tematic.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: July 13, 2022
Carla
United KingdomTo improve the customer service of other few members of staff, especially a Mexican girl that was at the breakfast that was not really focused on the customer service.
It was a nice environment and all the facilities were clean. All the staff at the reception was very nice.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 12, 2022
Tricia
CanadaLoved the theme. The location cannot be beat. I will stay here again in the future.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 12, 2022
Anne
CanadaLadies washrooms not cleaned or toilet paper renewed for 24 hrs.
Location excellent. Good value
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: July 12, 2022
Alex
United Kingdomthe door to my room was very loud (minor issue!)
comfy pod beds, great bathroom facilities, nice social people, super friendly staff, secure feeling throughout hostel, secure luggage storage room, lockers with codes in room, thought that the theme was fun!, great location, best hostel i've been to
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 11, 2022
Catriona
United KingdomRather pricey for a hostel.
Unique & quirky! Comfy beds!
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 10, 2022
Charnitski
United StatesThe pillows were a little flat and uncomfortable.
The whole atmosphere of Code Pod was very relaxed, but we felt extremely safe. Our dorm was clean and comfortable and everyone was respectful. We really enjoyed our stay and the privacy we had with the pod bunks.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 10, 2022
Bogumila
IrelandVentilation in the room was not great causing some smells.
Comfortable bed, nice space, great location, friendly staff.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: July 10, 2022
Julie
United Kingdomnothing
Everything
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: July 10, 2022
Natalie
Czech RepublicPods are very comfortable and gives you a bit of privacy. Clean and nice accommodation with amazing location.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 7, 2022
Jazmin
FranceThe staff is super nice, very friendly and super willing to help. I totally recommend.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 7, 2022
Igor
United KingdomDoors a bit noisy..maybe soft closures?
Location, cleanliness, staff
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 7, 2022
Mark
Swedenshared bathrooms is always tricky. some were left unclean by other guests. leaving your luggage for the day is to your own risk. they dont lock it up for you or give you number tags
the rooms were small but comfortable. easy to find and to get around in the city
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: July 7, 2022
Gong
United KingdomWhen sleeping at night, the bed will be a little stuffy with the curtains closed, and the quilt is a little damp, but it's not a big problem.
The staff are very friendly! You can seek their help with any questions. The booked room looked clean and the shower room was clean without any bad smell. The location is very good. Great for solo backpacking!
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 6, 2022
Mesut
TurkeyLocation was great. Breakfast can be more detailed.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 5, 2022
Siobhan
AustraliaOnly downside is if you plan on making your own breakfast instead of paying for the buffet, good luck finding any space to do so as it’s a small kitchen and everything js covered by the buffet stuff. buffet looked like a good option though (I was on a tight budget)
Love the pod beds, super private even with a shelf and two coloured lights and coat hooks. Rooms also come with locked cupboards for every person. Bathrooms even great for a hostel
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 5, 2022
Olivia
AustraliaIf I were to be picky I would say the cells can get a little stuffy at night with the curtain closed but obviously that’s not too much of an issue.
A refurbished jail located right off the Royal Mile. The concept of staying in a “cell” is really quirky and enjoyable. Highly recommend this place. Breakfast was only an extra £4 which was great value for money. they also offered a lot of services such as a walking tour etc.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: July 4, 2022
Andrew
United KingdomI'm 6'2, the toilet was a bit cramped, tiny niggle and made no impact on my stay.
The staff were great, the facilities were good. The location was amazing! The place was great!
Stayed in July 2022
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