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Castle Rock Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel located steps from Grassmarket

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Exterior detail
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (14 bed)
Lobby
Games room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Reception fireplace
  • Front desk safe
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (10 bed)

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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (16 bed)

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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only (4 bed)

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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 bed )

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 bed )

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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

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3 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 bed)

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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 bed)

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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (12 bed)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (12 bed)

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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (14 bed)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (14 bed)

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 7 Single Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Women only (12 bed)

Shared Dormitory, Women only (12 bed)

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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2PW

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Princes Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Royal Mile - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 18 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Ensign Ewart - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Bull - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Biddy Mulligans - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Castle Rock Hostel

You'll be in a fantastic location at Castle Rock Hostel, only a five-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket. Also, Royal Mile and Princes Street are within a short 10-minute walk. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Princes Street Tram Stop is 8 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 12 minutes.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, Greek, Hungarian, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 43 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children (18 years old and younger) are not allowed
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No on-site parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • No alcohol served on site
  • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

What to do

  • Pool table

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Castle Rock Hostel Edinburgh
Castle Rock Hostel
Castle Rock Hostel Edinburgh, Scotland
Castle Rock Hotel Edinburgh
Castle Rock Hostel Edinburgh
Castle Rock Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Castle Rock Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Castle Rock Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Castle Rock Hostel?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Castle Rock Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Castle Rock Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What's the area around Castle Rock Hostel like?
Castle Rock Hostel is a short 8-minute walk from Princes Street Tram Stop and 3 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Castle.

Castle Rock Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

This place was absolutely amazing! I'm so impressed with the friendly, professional staff, the clean, quiet beds, and the central location. I will definitely be back! Thank you, Castle Rock Hostel!
Desiree, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Nimisha, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly, 👌 Clean. All good 👍 Will come back.
Luna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location, amazing staff, super affordable.
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very cool aesthetic, friendly staff and great location
Jacob, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I loved the ambiance of this place. It was in a convenient spot as it was only 5 min walk from many of our tour meeting spots and sights we wanted to see. Check-in was a breeze, staff was friendly and let us store our luggage. Only negative was the size of our private 4 bed room. It was the smallest hostel room I had ever stayed in. Very little space to open our suitcases
Noemi, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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debra, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I was delighted to find a cheap bed for the night in an excellent location and a well organised set up. At 63 I was afraid I might be a bit old for a dormitory bed in a hostel but there was a good cross section of people and everyone I met was friendly and considerate. I’d definitely recommend and would return in the future.
Vivienne, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Decor very 'quirky'
Angela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect Location
The location was perfect! Will admit that the walk up the hill was difficult for my older relatives. We were on the top floor too so that was a bit rough. Would encourage to get a cab if you're older and not used to walking up hill.
Kim, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kristina, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Isabelle, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Second but not last stay!
My second stay here - first was just travelling but this time I stayed for an event. I would recommend the rooms with less people because the bigger ones I found not as comfortable but they’re not bad! Free tea/coffee/hot chocolate was lovely as always, oat milk seemed to be frozen though 😅 all of the team are friendly and helpful! Because no mirror in the room it was a bit harder to get ready for me on this stay but not the worst, extra space in the bathrooms for sorting yourself out. Usual hostel standard and you can do laundry for a charge too if you need to! Events they do nightly are fun and good to socialise!
Stephanie, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great wee Hostel near the Castle!
Super friendly staff, big common room if you’re more social but little ones if you want peace too! Free tea/coffee/hot choc - though milk did seem to be lacking especially if you don’t drink cow milk. No lifts etc so poss a struggle for some - not an issue for me but worth noting I thought. They have activities and a cheap breakfast, it’s limited but what do you expect for £2.50. Location is good for old town, easy to walk round the city and beds were comfy enough! I will definitely stay here again when I’m visiting Edinburgh.
Stephanie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Stay Away - Stinks!
Awful. Sheets were itchy, urine smell throughout, no way to plug up hairdryer in bathroom, people were rude and I did not appreciate the smugness of the attendant at check out. Low water pressure, place was freezing, hardly any heat in the rooms and washrooms. They left the windows open to mask the urine smell!
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sophie, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very good location 👍
Tsui Hung, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hostel is pretty comfortable , clean and well-located. A great option to choose
NATALY, 2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Julie, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A Must Stay
An amazing place with amazing view, and an amazing staff who were so very friendly and accomodating.
Cori Kathleen, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

I noticed the staff was awesome but also they look a bit tired. They have large work journeys doing all kinds of work (cleaning, check-in, etc.). Toilets and showers need deep cleaning. The smell in dorts is not nice, maybe changing the carpet is strongly necessary.
Rosa María Vargas, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Review
Positives: One min walk from the castle, clean room. Negatives: No toiletries, £2 charge for a towel, expensive on street parking, tiny room, dated furnishings, tacky decorating.
Dana, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Richard, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tom, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect
Robert, 1-night trip
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