Free Wi-Fi
Non-Smoking Rooms
Luggage Storage
Adults Only
Lockers Available
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Reviews of Edinburgh Backpackers - over 18s only highlight a superb, ultra-central location near the Royal Mile and train station, generally clean spaces, and friendly staff, alongside frequent street noise, many stairs with no lift, and simple, budget-style rooms.
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Sam
Mar 6, 2026
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Oct 17, 2025
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Oct 7, 2025
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Sep 29, 2025
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Sep 22, 2025
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Old Town Edinburgh, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, is home to Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and Grassmarket. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
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From 14:00 to 07:30
Before 10:00
Pets are not allowed at this adults-only hostel. Service animals are exempt from this policy.
Check-in is from 14:00 to 07:30, and check-out is by 10:00. Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this property.
The hostel is located in Old Town Edinburgh, steps from the Royal Mile and near Edinburgh Castle. It is also close to Princes Street and Grassmarket, with easy access to events at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre and Murrayfield Stadium.
Children are not allowed at this adults-only property, as guests must be 18 years or older.
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