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Castle Rock Hostel

15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh EH3 9, UK
Castle Rock Hostel
Real Traveler Rating: 4.6 out of 5 based on 670 reviews from 1 source
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.9 out of 5
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Highly Recommended
Based on 670 reviews
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  • Overall: Rating of 4.6 out of 5

    "Staffs are very friendly, the only problem is that they use keys on all doors / lockers / safe, which can probably be duplicated, but afterall, the hostel is perfect, I recommend stay for several nights there." source Hostelworld

    "Unusual not to have any sockets in a hostle, I had to sit beside my camera in the lounge for an hour:( Otherwise, it's a great place, cosy & quirky." source Hostelworld

    "great place close to everything you need, bus station, train station, close to all the tourist attractions, it was clean and comfortable." source Hostelworld

    "I would highly recommend this hostel to anyone travelling to Edinburgh, and I would be happy to stay there again." source Hostelworld

    "It was windy so the windows banged all night which was annoying but overall it was good, would stay again." source Hostelworld

  • Clean: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "Not so close to the Bus Station (15 min walk) and shering a 16 people bedroom starts to get not so clean. Breakfast dishes should be washed by own users and put back to be used (not very clean all the time) Staff is great." source Hostelworld

    "The hostel was in the best place it can possibly be, the rooms were clean, the beds comfy, each person got a locker with a safe inside, so security was outstanding according to most of the hostels." source Hostelworld

    "Really friendly staff, wonderful big clean rooms and a really good place for hanging in the common area and meeting people or just chillaxing." source Hostelworld

    "Clean, cheap, good location (in the center, near the castle), nice staff, big rooms, two kitchens, two living rooms, very well decorated." source Hostelworld

    "Bathrooms were clean and showers generally hot, as long as you don't mind waiting a couple of minutes in the morning for a turn." source Hostelworld

  • Service: Rating of 4.6 out of 5

    "This is the ideal hostel for visiting Edinburgh - close to everything, very friendly staff, huge hostel with spacious rooms and multiple lounges." source Hostelworld

    "Very nice place, lots of people and brilliant and helpful staff, with all what you need to know about your stay in Edinburgh." source Hostelworld

    "The dorm was not as I expected in terms of cleanness and convenience but a helpful and friendly staff made it all." source Hostelworld

    "Has everything you could ask for kitchen, internet, hang out rooms, friendly staff, great location, etc." source Hostelworld

    "This hostel is totally awesome, great people, superb location, friendly staff, cool common room." source Hostelworld

  • Location: Rating of 4.9 out of 5

    "The location by the castle is priceless, the hostel has character beyond belief, and there is plenty of room and people to play. From the quirky art work and room decor, to the lounge area, to the movies at night." source Hostelworld

    "The hostel is located in a wonderful area but I think they are many people at the front desk and they charged me more days in my credit card because they havent check it before." source Hostelworld

    "I really liked staying in the hostel; it was a great location, I met nice people and it was nice to have recommendations for stuff to do and restaurants to go to and everything." source Hostelworld

    "Located right next to the Castle it\'s one of the best hostels I\'ve been in. The staff is super friendly and there is something going on at the lounge area." source Hostelworld

    "Great for a night out in Edinburgh and centrally located. The lounge is a true communal living area and a lot of tours leave from the hostel." source Hostelworld

  • Value

    "It is professionally run, even though they deal with so many people they are friendly and seem to know everyone personally." source Hostelworld

    "Hands down the best hostel I've stayed in in the UK; you won't find better value for money on this pricey isle." source Hostelworld

    "This is a very nice place to stay, especially for the low cost of the multi-bed rooms." source Hostelworld

    "The price was great, the staff exceptional and the location couldn't have been better." source Hostelworld

    "The breakfast is not included but is cheap and it\'s nice for the price." source Hostelworld

More information on Castle Rock Hostel

A big thank you to our guests for recognising us as the number 1 Hostel in Scotland 2008. Step outside our front door and the world famous EDINBURGH CASTLE looms above!!! - stay with us in our palatial hostel for a true Edinburgh experience. Inside, our hostel offers tremendous views over the city from our bright, sunny, rooms. We also offer the best facilities, everything from WI-FI internet to a movie room! A delightful garden-patio to a traditional coal fire for those winter nights! And plenty plenty more. �. being at the very heart of the city we are just a stroll from the bus, train and airport bus and though we are in a relatively quiet street (so you can get a good night's sleep), the city's wonderful late late night-life is just around the corner �ideal!Built in 1846 and turned into a backpackers in 1997, rather than going the way of some of being a modern sterile hostile, we have packed this grand old edifice full of art, character and antiquity. We think you will love it. Some people say it is more an art gallery or museum than a hostel, but it's fundamentally a place to put your feet up and relax in comfort, or join in the fun with fellow travellers.Our receptionists will always give you a friendly welcome and can help with any questions about what to see in Edinburgh or about travel around Scotland. We aim to look after you totally so you can have the best holiday possible. Here's a list of more that we offer�..Truly superb location under the castle ramparts and a great view of Hogwarts school from the common room.Fabulous bright VIEWS over the cityVibrant atmosphere with a choice of lounges - Big lounge with Juke box, pool table, piano, - Posh lounge with piano and REAL FIRE Internet lounge with FREE WI-FIFree walking tour leaving every day from the hostelART everywhereSun PATIO, BBQ areaFREE tea and coffeeBed-side lockers with your own genuine bedside safe! in most rooms or access to reception�s 24 hour Safe for total security.Large self-catering kitchenBig screen MOVIE LOUNGE with nightly Scottish and mainstream moviesFree historic walking tour Every Day at 10:30amMacBackpackers TOURS pick-up and sales pointNo hidden chargesMinutes from the bus and train Open 24 hours every day of the yearCheck-in 2pm Hot and strong showersBreakfast �2Laundry service �2.50Clean bed linen (with properly fitted sheets)Scottish owned - backpacker run�����..Sorry but �No Stag/Bucks or hen parties If you are booking more then 6 people you need to contact us directly before to make the booking.Minimum age to stay in this hostel is 18.Mixed BathroomsAll guests must provide some form of Identification either Passport, Drivers Licence on Student ID number.

Directions

From Waverley Street Bridge (with Princes Street behind you), walk up Cockburn St to the Royal Mile. Once you reach the Royal Mile turn right and walk up this street. Keep going until you reach a roundabout just before a church with yellow signs outside. At this roundabout take a left down Johnston Terrace. We are down here on the left.

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