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Free wifi
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Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Welcome to High Street Hostel, a quirky 3-star hotel located in the heart of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Situated at 8 Blackfriars St, this cozy hostel is just a short 0.4mi walk from the bustling city center, offering easy access to all the local attractions and entertainment that Edinburgh has to offer.
With 2660 reviews, High Street Hostel is a favorite among travelers for its welcoming atmosphere and convenient amenities. From being pet-friendly and catering to adults only to offering free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, and a charming terrace, this hostel ensures a comfortable stay for all guests.
For an affordable stay in an excellent location, look no further than High Street Hostel in Edinburgh. Whether you're exploring the historic streets of the city or just looking for a cozy spot to relax, this hostel provides the perfect blend of convenience and comfort for your next adventure.
When it comes to payment options, simplicity is key at High Street Hostel. Cash is gladly accepted, along with major credit cards including Visa and Mastercard. This flexible approach ensures that guests have hassle-free transactions and can focus on enjoying their stay in Edinburgh without worrying about payment methods.
High Street Hostel offers a variety of room types to suit every traveler's needs. Whether you're flying solo, embarking on a romantic getaway, or traveling with friends, there's a suitable accommodation option for you. From private rooms to dormitories, the hostel provides cozy spaces that cater to adults only, ensuring a peaceful and relaxing environment for all guests.
Moreover, the 24-hour front desk at High Street Hostel means that you can check-in at any time, no matter how late your arrival might be. This round-the-clock service adds an extra layer of convenience to your stay, giving you the flexibility to explore Edinburgh at your own pace and return to a warm welcome whenever you choose. Book your stay at High Street Hostel today and make the most of your time in this vibrant city!
Closest airports
Edinburgh Airport
7.2miDundee Riverside Airport
35.3miGlasgow Airport
48.6miAdults only
Free wifi
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
1 Bunk Bed
160 sqft
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Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
1 Bunk Bed
205 sqft
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Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
1 Bunk Bed
205 sqft
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Single Bed in 18-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
1 Bunk Bed
400 sqft
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Single Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
1 Bunk Bed
120 sqft
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Single Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
1 Bunk Bed
85 sqft
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Single Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
1 Bunk Bed
95 sqft
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Ella
9.1
9.1
I really liked the common lounge. It was very comfy and it was a nice place to talk to people. In that way it was always quite in the dormitory so if you wanted to relax nobody was making a phone call there for example. The lounge also had a pool table, some couches, board games and the kitchen had a microwave and other appliciances for guests to use. High Street Hostel had some nice activities organized for each day of the week free of charge. I attended the Wednesday activity which was Scottish Dancing!
The showers and toilets were a bit small and there were only two of them at my floor.
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Timea
8.2
8.2
Location was very convenient, everything was a short walking distance away, which gave me a lot more time for exploring the city. The staff was very helpfull and nice to us. There was a very nice social space with a few music instruments, pc games and table games, billiard and a small smoking terrace - great for meeting other people and just hanging around. Also, hot water was running at all times, which is sometimes hard to come by in other hostels, when there’s so much people at one place.
The rooms could use some improvement, even though you sleep at a hostel, having privacy, even if it’s just curtains around your bed, is becoming a standard around the world so some renovation of sleeping spaces would be nice.
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Kinder
10
10
The location was excellent, literally 6 minutes from the station and on the high street. The rooms are nice, clean, and with spacious lockers. Staff is nice and friendly. Free luggage storage on the day of the checkout out. They accommodated my request of swapping beds as I couldn't climb to get to the top bed. The toilet and bathroom are well maintained and CLEAN, with hot water running at all times without issues. The kitchen is spacious, and the communal areas are nice and cosy.
The mattress was too hard and had weird shapes. One of the sinks in the toilet was clogged (we stayed 2 nights, and it has been for the whole of our stay).
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Petra
9.1
9.1
I like the location the closeness to the Royal Mile was excellent. Community was great too. I liked that there was a chance to book just Girl dorm.
Was hard in the kitchen to get a space in the fridge. Because there quite a lot people staying. There were many volunteering so cleanness was fine at that time. But I guess it could change from who is cleaning and kitchen was closed until 7am. For an early bird having my own breakfast or if you must leave early you have to consider that. But I would rate definitively a 9 or more.
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Paula
8.2
8.2
Great lounge area, very comfortable to work and chill out. It's in a great location, and the let you leave your bags before and after check-in. Simple breakfast is available for 3 pounds which is much cheaper than other hostels in the country. I think there is a big group of volunteers living in the hostel, so the environment is very friendly and they keep everything very clean for hostels standards.
Showers could have some surface for you to put your stuff on while you are showering. The bathroom was OK for a hostel, but don't expect more than just clean. The room had a little smell, but that was just one of the guests who decided to put his socks to dry.
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Stipe
8.2
8.2
The location is excellent, Hostel is situated in the old town, few minutes walking to many of the touristic attractions, 2 minutes walking from Cow gate, where people go out, few minutes walking to Grassmarket, where you can have an excellent coffee and where are restaurants (it's a valley, where there is sun). 2-3 minutes walking to a supermarket (express) and 5-6 minutes from two big supermarkets. The room was OK, there are lockers (for every bed) with key. The bed was comfortable and with soft and newer linen (not rinsed). The heating was on, although it was not (so) cold. The dining room is big enough and there is a snooker pool.
The room is on the 7th floor (counting from the reception floor, on the 4th floor; and from the kitchen floor, on the 5th floor), but there is no lift. To many rooms share one bathroom (whole floor - 7-8 rooms) and bathroom has only two shower cabins, two sinks and two toilets. In the kitchen during the breakfast there is no enough cups (mugs).
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Greg
10
10
From the moment I stepped through the door, all the staff were super-friendly and welcoming. Whenever I came to them with doubts they were really helpful and able to point me in the right direction. They organise events most nights and there's a large common room ad kitchen for all guests to enjoy. (I forgot to bring a towel with me and was able to rent/hire one in reception. So bonus points for that! Thanks!) Situated in a great location and would love to return the next time I'm in Edinburgh. Highly recommended
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Gosia
9.1
9.1
Great place, perfect localization, awesome vibe and great staff! Next to each bed there was a small lamp and a socket with a USB port so I didn't even need to use my adapter! If (or rather when) I come back to Edinburgh, I'll stay here again!
Bathrooms were clean but maybe not the cleanest, but perhaps it's other guest's fault (some people simply don't know how to keep spaces clean). Whenever the door closed, it was pretty loud, so people coming in and out of the room made quite a lot of noise especially at night.
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Trinity
10
10
It had lots of events like the pub crawl every Thursday, games night on Saturday and themed movie nights. The volunteers are really friendly. Big shout out to Meave, Erin, Michael, Sijad, Alex, Dennis, Mustafa, Hayley, Lewis and Callum, as well as the rest of the team! I really had an amazing time with everyone! There's a great shared area to play pool. You can also cook your own meals in the kitchen and there are multiple fridges. The smoking area is also very clean and it's a great social hangout! The facilities were also very clean. The volunteers also provide snacks and little things to make the events even better.
One of my bottles of cheap wine was stolen on the night of the pub crawl so it's just something that can happen on that night and to be wary of it! I hope they enjoyed it, there's no hard feelings just wish they had brought it out to the common lounge area to share!
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Lewandowska
9.1
9.1
The location is excellent, everyone was very kind - both staff members and other guests make this place feel very comfortable and welcoming. I really loved it!
Rooms & common spaces were clean but unfortunately toilets and shower rooms had overflowing trashcans, dirty sinks and lavatories. I understand the reason there might be many guests using those.
Attractions
The Canongate
0.1miScottish National Gallery
0.4miRoyal Scottish Academy
0.4miRoyal Observatory
1.9miEdinburgh Cruise Port at Leith
2.2miRosslyn Chapel
6.6miAberdour Castle
8.5miForth Bridge
8.9miDunfermline Abbey and Palace
13.6miPreston Mill & Phantassie Doocot
20.7miFalkland Palace and Garden
21.1miMelrose Abbey
30.3miSwilcan Bridge (Swilken Bridge)
30.9miSt. Andrews Golf Course
31miSt. Andrews Cathedral
31miAttractions
The Canongate
0.1miScottish National Gallery
0.4miRoyal Scottish Academy
0.4miRoyal Observatory
1.9miEdinburgh Cruise Port at Leith
2.2miRosslyn Chapel
6.6miAberdour Castle
8.5miForth Bridge
8.9miDunfermline Abbey and Palace
13.6miPreston Mill & Phantassie Doocot
20.7miFalkland Palace and Garden
21.1miMelrose Abbey
30.3miSwilcan Bridge (Swilken Bridge)
30.9miSt. Andrews Golf Course
31miSt. Andrews Cathedral
31miAirports
Edinburgh Airport
7.2miDundee Riverside Airport
35.3miGlasgow Airport
48.6miAdults only
Free wifi
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Activities
Pool table
Bathroom
Hairdryer
Shared bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
Bedroom
Linens
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Laundry
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Entertainment & Family Services
Board games/Puzzles
Food & drink safety
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
Lockers
General
Adults only
Carpeted
Designated smoking area
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Terrace
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Room Amenities
Iron
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
Carbon monoxide detector
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
Services
Wake-up service
From
$20Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Age restrictions
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Curfew
Come and go whenever you want
Parking
Parking may not be available
Reservations
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Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
Cards accepted at this property
Mastercard,
Visa,
Cash only
This property accepts cash.
What are the rates at High Street Hostel?
High Street Hostel has rates that begin from $20. Prices can differ due to room specifications and booking dates. Always add your desired dates for a precise quote.
What types of rooms does High Street Hostel offer?
The High Street Hostel offers a variety of room types including dormitories, private rooms, and family rooms. Dormitories can accommodate up to 8 people with bunk beds. Private rooms feature double beds and some include en-suite bathrooms. Family rooms are available with various bed configurations to suit different group sizes. Smoking is not permitted in any of the rooms.
What activities does High Street Hostel offer?
At High Street Hostel, guests can spend their time enjoying the featured amenities such as relaxing on the terrace, making use of the pet-friendly policy, and taking advantage of the free WiFi. The non-smoking rooms provide a comfortable environment for guests to unwind in peace. Additionally, the 24-hour front desk ensures guests can access assistance whenever needed. As an adults-only establishment, guests can experience a peaceful and quiet stay. The hotel's location on High Street offers easy access to various attractions, shops, and restaurants, allowing guests to explore the surrounding area at their leisure.
Which payment methods are supported by High Street Hostel?
High Street Hostel supports payment methods including Visa, Mastercard, and cash.
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