Edinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only
About this property
Prime City Centre Location: Edinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only is situated in Edinburgh city centre, offering easy access to key attractions. Edinburgh Waverley station is a 2-minute walk away, while Edinburgh Castle lies 1 km from the property. Comfortable Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a lounge, shared kitchen, and full-day security. Additional amenities include a shower, private bathroom with bath, hairdryer, shared bathroom, TV, and electric kettle. Nearby Attractions: The National Museum of Scotland is 500 metres away, Edinburgh Playhouse an 11-minute walk, and Edinburgh Castle 1 km from the hostel. Other nearby points include the Royal Mile (700 metres) and Edinburgh International Conference Centre (18-minute walk). Local Activities: Surrounding activities include boating, kayaking, and canoeing. Edinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only provides a convenient base for city trips.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
Jesper
Sweden“Stayed in twin room. Great location at Fleshmarket Close. Very friendly staff.”- Willa
United Kingdom“The location couldn’t be better and surrounding by quite a few coffee shops.” - Claire
Australia“Perfect location, so close to the royal mile and easy walk from train station. The building itself is beautiful and situated in a really pretty street, and the street view from our room was beautiful. Lovely staff Very clean! Beds clean and free...” - Carol Australia“Our stay was perfect. We were in a twin room. Staff were very friendly and helpful on arrival, departure and also helping us with our laundry. Location was excellent, room was very clean and overlooked a cobble stoned street. Loved the kitchen...”
- Valentina
Argentina“It’s located close to everything. The room was huge and the beds were super comfortable. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, they gave us some very useful recommendations.” - Isobel Australia“Close to old city. Clean and comfortable beds , bathroom close by and perfect kitchen.”
- Michael United Kingdom“It was much better than expected the staff were very friendly and extremely helpful.cwill deffo be stay again.”
- Pawel
Poland“Location in the old town and 2 minutes walk to main train station, The private room we had was the biggest room I ever seen in a hostel.” 
Elizabeth United Kingdom“Friendly staff who explained exactly where our room was located. Clean, small room, small shower/bathroom but ok for one night. Great location and appreciated the cafe discount.”- Simon United Kingdom“Helpful staff, excellent location. Surprisingly spacious room for a hostel, cheep for Edinburgh. Discounts in the cafe across the road. Handy for the train, and right next to the royal mile.”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Edinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
