Keeping the exceptional low price in mind, this hostel is absolutely great and I can absolutely recommend it! The bedding was clean, mattress felt nice and all facilities were in good condition (since they are shared, I am saying this with hostel standards in mind). The staff was kind and helpful! I loved that there was free shampoo/body wash in the showers, that was a small but greatly appreciated extra. I liked the lights in the room: little bedlights for each bed, a nightlight that wasn't bright enough to wake others up and then the brighter daylight - very nicely thought out. The location is incredible for this price point. When I stayed there (on a sunday), it wasn't loud or too busy.

Some power outlets in our room didn't work, so I was not able to charge all of my electronics, but the staff was very helpful! Another thing I'd like to say is that the name Kick Ass is maybe a poor choice for a hostel. When I talked to my roommates, we all agreed that we were originally apprehensive about booking a bed in a hostel that sounded like a teenage party venue. Of course that's not the case, but I'd like to mention that as it almost deterred me from booking initially ;)

One of the best hostels we’ve stayed in yet. The individual hostel cubicles were really nice, made it feel like you had your own room. They were equipped with adjustable LED lights, outlets, towel rack and coat hangers, shelf and space by the bed, as well as a privacy curtain. The locker storage was amazing, with a customizable 4 digit pin. Cleaning was regular and thorough, and the staff was delightful. Plentiful bathrooms with showers and a super cute lounge/restaurant/bar. We did not get the breakfast, but it seemed a fair price for what you got. A microwave and hot water kettle was also available. The location was fantastic and security was top tier.

The only downside was the lack of a kitchen and elevator, so it is not for those with disabilities or those that love to cook. They do have a kitchen, but it has been closed since COVID

The pods were spacious enough and with lockers. The toilets and showers facilities really good and convenient next to the rooms Pods lights, which gave a good mode to the pod

The room doors, very loud every time someone would get in or out of the room. This happened several times during the night which made the sleep a bit bumpy Kitchen, relatively small for the amount of people staying at the hostel. And the closer of the same at 10pm, not very convenient if you are out doing sports all evening.

Perfect location for visiting Edinburgh, only 10 mins walk to a lot of the Fringe venues so ideal for my visit. The pods are really great: ideal for a bit more privacy than a typical hostel, big lockers for storage, super comfy bed, plug/charging ports next to it, cool and quiet room all the time, can't fault it. Bathrooms were good, never had to wait at all. Free earplugs at reception but I didn't even need them. Didn't have breakfast but it was available downstairs and looked decent.

Showers were the only snag with this place, during peak times there was barely any pressure and during off-peak times there was pressure but it was cold! But I managed just fine with them and I wouldn't let it put me off coming back here.

Fantastic location, and I slept most comfortably. Lighting in the pods is fantastic - you can choose coloured mood lights, dim, or flood the pod with bright light. Staff very friendly and helpful. A ton of showers, never had to wait.

Internet is very weak and very slow - even just loading a map or running a search can take ages. Drain of sinks had lots of detritus and hence water would accumulate and drain excruciatingly slow. Rooms were stuffy as windows could only be opened by a tiny crack. Waste of water as there are no urinals, only all gender toilets requiring a flush.

24 hour reception with super friendly staff, a common room on two floors and a nicely equipped kitchen on the second floor- has a microwave and stove etc. heaps of toilets/showers on each floor, always clean. I stayed in a pod and it was surprisingly spacious, had two shelves, a drying rack, 3 hooks and a USB charger with some fun coloured led lights inside (and a normal light). More charging ports in the common room, breakfast served there every morning (mainly toast w some cereal options). Heaps of shops and cafes nearby for cheaper food, and on a strip with lots of cool bars so plenty to do. They do two pub crawls a week too, would definitely stay here again, great vibes!

The lockers under the bed don’t actually stay locked, so I had to attach a padlock to my bag zips for peace of mind. Pillows quite flat too but works if you fold it in half! Showers are on a timer, around 30 seconds but you can start it up again, I had warm water everytime though- there’s no way to change the temp on it.

The first night I stayed in a mixed dorm (6 beds). Then I prolonged my stay and slept in a pod. The pod is 100000% better!!! I highly recommend it!! The location is just perfect, right under the castle and next to the cat cafe 😜 Friendly staff.

The bathrooms were not very clean, the showers a bit mouldy. Anyways, just so you know, on the third floor, in front of room 308 (where the pods are) there are "private" toilet and showers within the same cubicle. Way better than using toilets and then having to look for the showers! The mattress in the 6 bed-dorm was not very comfy.

Comfortable beds, clean rooms and toilets. There was a great lounge zone where you could relax, play games, and enjoy the view. The location is in the heart of the city with a view of the castle. Also, we spent really cold days there, but the rooms were cozy and warm. The team at the hostel was super-helpful and friendly. We also loved that there were fun activities for guests every evening.

The breakfast was good, but we wish there would be more choices of food in addition to bread, cheese and ham. But still, it wasn't bad.

The kitchen is amazing, free food storage, lockers in the rooms. Amazing location, plenty of toilets/showers so no wait. Showers also provide free body soap which was a bonus. The breakfast is average, tea and coffee available, and toast and cereal, however you can easily take some bread and ham and cheese to make a lunch sandwich which makes the breakfast worth it in my optinion.

Laundry option available for additional costs however the system seems a bit complicated so didn’t use, also some main showers didn’t have hot water, so had to use showers close to my room which was fine once I figured out which showeres were cold and which were hot.

clean and private capsule-like room was great.

sadly, hot water was not available in every shower room so I can not even take shower in the morning 🙁