1a Parliament Square, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 1RF, United Kingdom
#36 of 175 hotels in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 4659 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 28, 2024
Paprika
Denmarkthe toilets could be cleaner but other than that it was amazing
clean, very friendly and a great place to connect with other people. Also the location was amazing
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 28, 2024
Muath
Saudi ArabiaThere was nothing significant that I disliked about the property. It exceeded my expectations in every way.
I loved the unique and modern design of the pods, which provided both privacy and comfort. The location was fantastic, making it easy to explore Edinburgh’s main attractions. The staff was friendly and helpful, ensuring a pleasant stay.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 27, 2024
Gretchen
United StatesReally clean. Felt safe. Helpful staff.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 27, 2024
Carolyn
United KingdomGreat location and interesting and innovative accommodation concept. I had a great night's sleep.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 26, 2024
Maja
CanadaThere was a storage room that was open to hold luggage before I checked in, but it was very crowded (could barely walk through, all the lockers were occupied, so I had to leave my luggage in the middle of the room). It seemed like anyone with a code could walk in and grab anything. Great that this room was available, but maybe having a bigger room or more security to ensure nothing is stolen/ lost.
Great atmosphere with friendly staff, clean rooms and bathrooms, big storage space for luggage inside the rooms. Great location too - right in the heart of the city, close to bars, cafes, museums, and shops. I found the beds comfy and liked how we could close the curtains for a dark and private space while we slept. Also participated in fun social events like the city tour and music bingo - met some great people during my stay!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: July 26, 2024
Isabelle
AustraliaNot a lot of space in room to store belongings
Pods were very comfortable, location amazing, bathrooms clean
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 25, 2024
Mary
United StatesSurrounded by touristy shops.
Young friendly staff. A great place to stay especially for single travelers, with facilities for laundry, cooking, etc. Clean and comfortable beds, with some private rooms with en suite baths. Lots going on.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 24, 2024
Meera
IndiaNot spacious enough.
Location, kitchen etc
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 23, 2024
Ban
United Arab EmiratesLoved the location, it was perfect
It was clean
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 23, 2024
Liisa
NetherlandsIt's very pricey for a shared room, however very good quality!
The Pod was actually very comfortable and once you close the curtain it feels a bit of a private room. I also had very quiet roommates, thus they didn't bother me at any time of the day - at least through earplugs. The place has a big dining area/kitchen for you to hang or prepare your own meals which was nice break for restaurant food and prices. There are plenty of showers and toilets, separated by gender.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: July 23, 2024
Katarina
CanadaThe common space was often being used by people working remotely. The environment was less social and more « productive », so I went elsewhere to meet friends.
Super clean, staff was extremely helpful and always setting up free activities!
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 22, 2024
Nancy
United StatesNothing..
Location! Receptionist, atmosphere, friendly and helpful! Would stay again..
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 22, 2024
Vasudha
IndiaThe AC was shut by one other member and so it was stuffy through the night.
Did not get to try it out.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: July 21, 2024
Carmen
United KingdomLocation and staff.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 21, 2024
Khai
IndonesiaNothing
The location is exactly behind st Gilles cathedral, its near everywhere to the spots.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: July 21, 2024
Rhys
AustraliaLocation, price, cleanliness, facilities.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 20, 2024
Kevin
United StatesBeds were hard and not particularly comfortable (other travelers complained as well). No dedicated common areas to meet other folks
Great location, solid kitchen area, clean bathrooms. All guests I met were respectful
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 20, 2024
Maria
United KingdomI wonder how often door codes are changed (I didn't ask) for security reasons.
Excellent location in the heart of the Old town. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The hostel was well organised, felt safe, the female dorm was quiet, bathrooms were spacious with good ventilation
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 20, 2024
Hana
AustraliaVery touristy area, but that's to be expected.
Friendly staff, comfy beds, great amenities. A more upmarket hostel, full of travellers of all ages. An amazing hostel to stay, I would definitely stay again!
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 19, 2024
Wong
United KingdomNth really matter
High privacy, quite well maintained and equipped as a hostel. I personally think it would be better than some hotel if you are not that afraid of people, yet you don’t need to talk to them most of the time.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 18, 2024
Viktoriia
United KingdomThere was no toilet paper in the morning and the charger didn’t work in my pod
In the city center, friendly staff, good price
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 18, 2024
Katrina
United KingdomOnly 1 shower was working while I was staying there. Hopefully in the future, it could be sorted out a bit sooner.
Location was dead smack on the the royal mile. Nothing can beat that!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: July 18, 2024
Sara
United KingdomClean Waffles (paid) Good internet Location
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 18, 2024
Anita
IndonesiaClean (bathroom, room, public space) The staff are helpful and fast respond The location The kitchen Meet new friends from all over the world and they are nice and friendly
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 16, 2024
Taylor
United KingdomUSB-C ports in the pods would’ve been nice.
Staff were really friendly and helpful. The room was really quiet and cosy, I really enjoyed the added privacy that the pods provided.
Stayed in July 2024
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