Edinburgh Backpackers, Edinburgh

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Double Room with Private Bathroom

Max 2 Adults

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This double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The unit has 1 bed.

Twin Room with Bathroom

Max 2 Adults

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This twin room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The unit has 2 beds.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Max 2 Adults

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This double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a shared bathroom. The unit has 1 bed.

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All Facilities for Edinburgh Backpackers

Category	Facilities
Cleanliness & disinfecting	Hand sanitiser, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay.
Others	bar, wifi.
Miscellaneous	Non-smoking rooms, Adult only, Non-smoking throughout.
Safety features	Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Access to health care professionals.
Accessibility	Upper floors accessible by stairs only.
Bathroom	Bath, Shower, Private bathroom, Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Body soap, Toilet, Shampoo, Hairdryer.
Room Amenities	Trash cans, Heating, Socket near the bed.
Food & Drink	Electric kettle.
Safety & security	Security alarm, 24-hour security, Fire extinguishers, CCTV in common areas, Smoke alarm, Carbon monoxide detector, Smoke alarms, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguisher.
Services & Extras	Towels/sheets (extra fee), Lockers, Towels, Key access, Key card access, Linen.
Media & Technology	Cable channels, TV, DVD player, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV.
Common areas	Shared kitchen, Shared lounge/TV area.
Reception services	Luggage storage.
Physical distancing	Cashless payment available, Contactless check-in/check-out, Physical distancing rules followed.

Location & Nearby Places

Old Town (0.3 Km from city center)

65 Cockburn Street

15 Nearby Attractions

Edinburgh Old Town

0.1 km

St. Gile's Cathedral

0.2 km

The Royal Mile Edinburgh

0.2 km

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

0.3 km

Scott Monument

0.4 km

National Museum of Scotland

0.4 km

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About This Property

Situated conveniently in the centre of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Backpackers offers free WiFi and a shared lounge.

Guest Ratings For This Property

7.5

Based on 1274 Reviews

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Comfort

7.4

Cleanliness

7.6

Value For Money

7.7

Facilities

7.3

Guest Reviews

Natalia

family with young children

9.0

Superb

Very good but definitely too expensive

The place was perfectly located right in the centre of Edinburgh so the location literally couldnt be better. The beds are also all right and the rooms are well heated.

However the price to quality ratio was insane and I dont think it was worth such amounts of money for a bed in a shared room

Published on 04 Jan 2024

Muhammad

solo traveller

8.0

Very good

Overall a good experience. Value for money and ideal location.

Ideal location, Staff is amazing, friendly, supportive and helpful. Value for money. Kitchen facility was available. free coffee and tea. Pool table, TV lounge, good place to meet people. Overall a good experience.

There is no lamp light for each bunk bed, I think that should be better. Lockers are there in the room, but I think they have to mark the lockers with bed numbers. there is no elevator, if you have heavy luggage you have to take it up by self.

Published on 02 Jan 2024

Thamiris

young couple

6.0

Pleasant

Dont care about guests

Great location! However, the hostel was hacked and didnt seem to care to let us know! We paid twice for the room and neither Edinburgh Backpackers or Booking.com took responsibility for it.

Unethical

Published on 30 Dec 2023

Susan

group

7.0

Good

Great location!

Published on 29 Dec 2023

Sarthak

young couple

7.0

Good

Book only for short stays and NOT for couples

Proximity to Royal Mile Pleasant staff

Space was too less for a 5 night stay. No bathroom amenities. Not ideal for couples Cranky rooms. Heating was sub par

Published on 29 Dec 2023

Sergio

young couple

10.0

Exceptional

The staff was great and super helpful!! We enjoyed the surrounding areas. The location is perfect

Published on 28 Dec 2023

Megan

young couple

10.0

Exceptional

Relaxing stay. Great location.

Amazing location, we have a private room in a 3 bed flat with shared kitchen and bathroom. Everything was clean and well looked after.

Lots of stairs so keep that in mind if youre taking a suitcase. Waited a while to be. Checked in as the desk was unmanned.

Published on 21 Dec 2023

Alicja

group

8.0

Very good

Good vibe, quiet place however located in the center of the town..

Published on 21 Dec 2023

Ana

with friends

10.0

Exceptional

Everything

Published on 17 Dec 2023

Annabel

with friends

4.0

Disappointing

Outdated room on a good location.

The location was in the middle of the old city centre. Everything was walkable.

The room was not according to the photos! It was not maintained as ecxpected. The bathroom door keeper getting jammed against the floor. The room was very small, no place to leave the bags. And lastly, one bad had a big dip in the middle.

Published on 17 Dec 2023