Royal Mile Backpackers Hostel

105 High Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Central city location

Nestled amidst cafes, restaurants, and bars, a 9-minute walk from Canongate Kirk Presbyterian Church, the cosy 2-star Royal Mile Backpackers Hostel comprises 6 rooms.

Location

The local shopping options feature Princes Mall Shopping Centre (1.2 km) and Grassmarket (1.3 km). The hostel is just 5 minutes on foot from St Giles' Cathedral and extremely close to The Writers' Museum.

Rooms

This hostel features guest rooms complete with bedside reading lights, and in some rooms, free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy a comfortable interior in some of the smoke-free rooms.

Food & Drinks

Makars Gourmet Mash Bar bar is approximately a 5-minute stroll from the accommodation. The hostel is also fitted with a kitchen. Guest-oriented meal services at the property also include shopping service. Transportation options in the area include Jeffrey Street bus station, located nearly a 5-minute stroll away.

Why choose Royal Mile Backpackers Hostel Edinburgh

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  • Comfortable and spacious dormitories

  • Prime location on the Royal Mile

  • Free Wi-Fi throughout the hostel

  • Shared kitchen open 24 hours

Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • No pets allowed

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking options

  • Parking

Property services

  • Security
  • Locker room
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

In the kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

For kids

  • Adults only
  • Board games

Recreation

  • Karaoke
  • Live entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room

In the rooms

  • Heating

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

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From USD 32 per night
Check-in 9 Jul 2025
Check-out 10 Jul 2025
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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105 High Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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    From USD 32 per night
    Check-in 9 Jul 2025
    Check-out 10 Jul 2025
    Guests 2 guests

    Adults:

    2

    Children:

    0
    Check-in & out
    9 Jul 2025
    10 Jul 2025
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    2 guests
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    105 High Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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