Kick Ass Greyfriars (Adults Only) Hostel

37-39 Cowgate, Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Close to pubs

Offering 184 rooms, the 4-star Kick Ass Greyfriars Hostel boasts a location 6 minutes' walk from St Giles' Cathedral. Located 25 minutes' walk from Hanover Fine Arts, this hostel offers guests to make use of Wi-Fi as well as bag storage.

Location

The local shopping options feature Grassmarket (1 km) and Princes Mall Shopping Centre (1.1 km). The hostel is situated a 13-minute stroll from Edinburgh Castle and within sight of Edinburgh Old Town.

Rooms

Each room at Kick Ass Greyfriars Hostel features reading lamps, while some units feature a shared bathroom with a hair dryer.

Food & Drinks

A continental breakfast is offered to guests daily. You can enjoy evenings in the snack bar. Makars Gourmet Mash Bar bar is 450 metres away. This hostel has a shared kitchen. Dundee airport is 100 km from this accommodation, and Candlemaker Row bus stop is 5 minutes' walk away.

Why choose Kick Ass Greyfriars (Adults Only) Hostel Edinburgh

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  • Vibrant bar and cafe scene

  • Prime location near attractions

  • Cleanliness and security emphasized

  • Engaging social events nightly

Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • Sports activities

  • On-site Dining

  • Meeting facilities

  • Child-friendly

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • Sports activities
  • On-site Dining
  • Meeting facilities
  • Child-friendly
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

Activities

  • Billiard tables

Property services

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

Dining options

  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area

In the kitchen

  • Dryer

Business facilities

  • Business centre

For kids

  • Adults only
  • Board games
  • Game room

Recreation

  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

In the rooms

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Trouser press

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 10:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cots provided in a room.

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From USD 156 per night
Check-in 2 Nov 2025
Check-out 3 Nov 2025
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Kick Ass Greyfriars (Adults Only) Hostel Edinburgh

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37-39 Cowgate, Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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    37-39 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    Important information
    Kick Ass Greyfriars (Adults Only)
    Check-in:
    from 14:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    until 10:00
    • Children and extra beds
    • There are no cots provided in a room.