High Street Hostel - Over 18S Only, Backpackers Atmosphere (Adults Only)

8 Blackfriars St, Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Near Edinburgh Castle
8.4/10 · 2194 reviews

Presenting guests with 24-hour security service and luggage storage, the 120-room High Street Hostel - Over 18S Only, Backpackers Atmosphere Edinburgh is situated 1.4 km from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle".

Location

The parish church "St Giles' Cathedral" is a mere 6 minutes' walk from this Edinburgh hostel, while Arthur's Seat hike is around 10 minutes' drive away. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the hostel is a short way from the royal Holyrood Park. The Leith Princes Street is just 450 metres away, and Edinburgh Gin Distillery, available to diversify your stay, is merely 1.9 km away.

Food & Drinks

Serving Scottish dishes, Edinburgh Larder Cafe is only a few steps from the property. Guests can also find a mini-kitchen on site. High Street Hostel - Over 18S Only, Backpackers Atmosphere is situated within 10 minutes' walk of Edinburgh Waverley train station.

Why choose High Street Hostel - Over 18S Only, Backpackers Atmosphere (Adults Only) Edinburgh

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  • Great location near Royal Mile

  • Daily events and activities

  • Comfortable shared dormitory rooms

  • Self-catering kitchen available

Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • Sports activities

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • Sports activities
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking options

  • Parking

Activities

  • Billiard tables

Property services

  • 24-hour reception
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

In the kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

For kids

  • Adults only
  • Board games

Recreation

  • Leisure/ TV room

In the rooms

  • Heating
  • Terrace

Design

  • Carpeted floor

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 15:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 10:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no extra beds provided in a room.
  • There are no cots provided in a room.

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From USD 16 per night
Check-in 2 Nov 2026
Check-out 3 Nov 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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          High Street Hostel - Over 18S Only, Backpackers Atmosphere (Adults Only)
          Check-in:
          from 15:00 until 23:59
          Check-out:
          until 10:00
          • Children and extra beds
          • There are no extra beds provided in a room.
          • There are no cots provided in a room.