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Hostel High Street Hostel

8 Blackfriars St, Edinburgh, EH1 1NE (show map)

8.2

Very good

3023 verified reviews

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Hostel Overview

Situated in central Edinburgh, the High Street Hostel offers free WiFi in all areas. Dating back to 1564, this historic property is on a small side street, just off the Royal Mile.
The hostel offers single beds in shared dormitory rooms. Each bed has a bedside safe and a locker. The rooms have access to shared bathroom facilities.
Guests have use of a self-catering kitchen, along with a quiet internet lounge. There is also a more vibrant party lounge for dining in and complimentary tea and coffee is available.
The High Street Hostel is only 5 minutes’ stroll from Edinburgh Railway Station. Edinburgh Castle can be reached after a 10-minute walk.

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Single Bed in 18-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

This is a single bed in a mixed dormitory. It includes a bedside safe, a locker, and access to shared bathroom facilities.

Single Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

This is a single bed in a mixed dormitory. It includes a bedside safe, a locker, and access to shared bathroom facilities.

Single Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

This is a single bed in a mixed dormitory. It includes a bedside safe, a locker, and access to shared bathroom facilities.

Single Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

This is a single bed in an all-female dormitory. It includes a bedside safe, a locker, and access to shared bathroom facilities.

Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

This is a single bed in a mixed dormitory. It includes a bedside safe, a locker, and access to shared bathroom facilities.

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Rooms are 15 square metres.

Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

The twin room offers a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds.

Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

The double room provides a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Rooms are 19 square metres.

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Facilities of High Street Hostel

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Billiards

Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Front-desk/reception area services
24-hour front desk, Lockers, Luggage storage

Common areas
Shared kitchen, Shared lounge/TV area, Terrace

Cleaning services
Daily maid service, Laundry

Miscellaneous
Adult only, Designated smoking area, Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout

Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Carpeted, Hairdryer, Heating, Iron, Linen, Shared Bathroom, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Last updated: 15 Jan 2025 - Update now

Hotel Policies

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From 15:00:00 hours

Check-Out
Untill 10:30:00 hours

Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.

Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

The fine print
If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform the property in advance.
Please note that hen and stag parties are not permitted.
When booking for more than 6 persons, different policies and additional supplements may apply. Please contact the property prior to arrival.
Please Note: NO people under 18 years. We take a key deposit of £10 at check in. You need to have a government issued ID with you.
Groups of 5 or more need to contact the hostel directly before bookingGuests 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.

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8.2

Very good

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Magdalena

“Location perfect”

9.0

05 Jan 2025

The location of the hostel is perfect and the stuff too! In my opinion one of the best hostels where I have stayed.

Sofia

“I really enjoyed stayed at the hostel though 5 nights is a bit too much when we are in a 18 bunks”

7.0

05 Jan 2025

I liked the lounge , very comfy, where we can relax , have a nice break and also evening events

Marius

“Edinburgh - amazing city with lots to offer”

9.0

04 Jan 2025

Great placement of the location & incredibly kindly staff. There was a lobby where you can gather and meet people/play card,biliard, watch some movies or have a brunch.

Anibett Lizze

“Very youthful and resourceful hostel. It has everything you need to accommodate you and make you feel comfortable and re”

10.0

02 Jan 2025

I liked the very well equipped kitchen and lounge. The staff were very helpful and the bathrooms were clean and well equipped. The rooms were cleaned daily. The beds were in correlation with the price. The bedding was clean.

Aylin

“Superb”

10.0

02 Jan 2025

I traveled alone, and my primary concern was safety. I can confidently say that High Street Hostel is a very safe place. The staff was amazing and assisted me multiple times during my stay. The hygiene standards exceeded my expectations—despite the New Year's crowds, both the rooms and bathrooms were clean. The lounge area was fantastic, offering a great space to meet new people or just relax—something many hostels don’t provide. Additionally, the location is unbeatable, right in the heart of Edinburgh, allowing you to walk to almost all the major attractions. I 100% recommend this hostel and would definitely choose High Street Hostel again if I return!

Kelly Táquion

“Superb”

10.0

01 Jan 2025

I will absolutely go back to the hostel when visiting Edinburgh again! Staff were very friendly and the facilities were amazing, very comfortable and well organised/clean. Loved the atmosphere! The Hostel is located at the heart of the city where you can go easily anywhere of the main attractions, also it is near the bus stop that leads directly to the airport. Amazing experience!!!

Kays

“Very good”

8.0

18 Dec 2024

location staff convenience the building is a heritage and the decoration inside like a museum

Dan

“Very good”

8.0

21 Nov 2024

The place is absolutely fantastic and is amazing value for money

Hood

“My home from home in Edinburgh”

10.0

13 Nov 2024

The staff are really friendly and efficient, the vibe totally laid back. My stay was so comfortable I would call it my 'home away from home' in Edinburgh. I'm already looking forward to my next stay!

Shylipuk

“a good place to make acquaintances”

8.0

09 Nov 2024

it's easy to make new acquaintances because something interesting is constantly happening in the lounge area. there are no children here either

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Hostel High Street Hostel

8 Blackfriars St, Edinburgh, EH1 1NE (show map)

Hostel Overview

Lock in a great price now and relax with our Price Guardian working for you

Rooms List

Single Bed in 18-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Single Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Single Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Single Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

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“Location perfect”

“I really enjoyed stayed at the hostel though 5 nights is a bit too much when we are in a 18 bunks”

“Edinburgh - amazing city with lots to offer”

“Very youthful and resourceful hostel. It has everything you need to accommodate you and make you feel comfortable and re”

“Superb”

“Superb”

“Very good”

“Very good”

“My home from home in Edinburgh”

“a good place to make acquaintances”

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