Name: Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+)
Address: 37-39 Cowgate, Edinburgh, Schottland, GB
Price range: 34 $–167 $ per night
Rating: 8.2

Was Gäste sagen

Reisende beschreiben das Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+) als ein lebhaftes Hostel mit sehr freundlichem Personal, generell sauberen Einrichtungen und aktiven Gemeinschaftsräumen. Sie erwähnen jedoch auch häufige Straßenlärmbelästigung nachts sowie einige Unzufriedenheit mit den Gemeinschaftsbädern und -duschen.

Die Lage in Grassmarket und der Altstadt erleichtert das Erkunden der Sehenswürdigkeiten zu Fuß. Einige Gäste stellten außerdem langsames WLAN auf dem Zimmer und gelegentliche betriebliche Probleme wie Überbuchung, eine defekte Heizung oder unklare Hinweise zur Brandmeldeanlage fest. Erwarten Sie einen geselligen Aufenthalt im Herzen von Edinburgh und nicht einen ruhigen Rückzugsort.

Leistungen

Sauberkeit

Zimmer

Dienstleistung

Lage

Gastronomie

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Leistungen

Eine lebhafte Bar, gesellige Lounges und regelmäßige Veranstaltungen schaffen eine starke soziale Szene; Schließfächer, Gepäckaufbewahrung und Zugangskontrolle mit Keycard sind verfügbar, wobei einige die heißen Duschen loben. Zu den Nachteilen gehören begrenzte und beengte Gemeinschaftsbäder/ -duschen sowie zeitgesteuerte Bedienelemente und gelegentlich ausgefallene Einrichtungen.

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8

Joye

23. Aug. 2023

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

I liked the location across from the graveyard and Kirk. The ambiance was relaxed and the beer garden was a nice addition. While we were there several of the showers and restrooms were out of order but otherwise a solid cheaper option for staying in Old Town. Also found some great pizza and local brews at Brew Dog just a few doors down.

8

Issy

22. Apr. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

Hostel was absolutely great! Perfect distance from the city centre and their bar was very nice too. However, showers only ever seemed to be lukewarm or would fluctuate in temperature.

8

Bertrand

5. Juli 2024

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Nice hostel, good social areas and comfy beds and thick duvets (needed in this weather) - only thing is the showers were not well designed (needed somewhere to put your stuff in the cabin otherwise you had to put on the ground)

8

Alexandro

24. Dez. 2024

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

The Hostel is in a great walkable area near Grassmarket Edinburgh. Lots of local pubs and shops within blocks. Great location. Compared to another hostel I stayed at in Glasgow, the Kick Ass had clean bathrooms, usable showers with good pressure & hot water. Having a pub downstairs with food was quick and convenient. Overall, a great and affordable place to stay if you dont mind bunking with other travelers. Everyone was nice and respectful in the dorms. No issues at all.

8

Stephan

24. Sept. 2023

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Room clean and quiet. Plenty of shared bathrooms, showers on timers. Could purchase a continental breakfast on site. Only issue was the 4am fire alarm. We evacuated but no instructions or involvement by staff, we seemed to be on our own. What if there was a fire, yikes!

8

Allison

7. Juli 2024

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

It was my first time in a hostel. While everything was great, I’d love to let people know the showers are cramped. You could put yourself in there, but don’t expect your things to stay dry in the stalls with you from lack of shelving. But the breakfast was great, staff amazing and helpful, great location (loud on weekends), and worth the trip

8

DIDIER

6. Nov. 2024

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Everything was very good except the bathroom and showers, they are very few.

10

Michelle

30. Apr. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

Liked the Treehouse lounge and ability to sit and relax in the bar area or upstairs. Breakfast was also availabe if you wanted and lockers to hold your luggage if you came before check in

10

Thomas

30. Juli 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

We had a fantastic stay at kickass.. The location was great, the vibe, the staff, nice outdoor and indoor bar, good food with good prices!!

10

Rachelle

12. Jan. 2025

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

My family of four adults just needed a place to sleep after getting off a bus tour and before boarding an early flight. I booked a whole room, so we would have it to ourselves, but there are common bathrooms shared. Property was clean. We lucked out and got to take part in a trivia night in the bar. We lost but had fun. Food and drinks were good. Location is awesome. We roamed the streets and walked to the castle one last time before going to bed and catching our flight.

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Sauberkeit

Viele Gäste empfanden die Zimmer, Badezimmer und Gemeinschaftsbereiche als sehr sauber und regelmäßig gereinigt. Einzelne Probleme umfassten ein anhaltend schmutziges Waschbecken, einige ausgefallene Einrichtungen sowie einige Wartungsprobleme wie eine defekte Heizung oder ein nicht funktionierendes Licht.

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8

Joye

23. Aug. 2023

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

I liked the location across from the graveyard and Kirk. The ambiance was relaxed and the beer garden was a nice addition. While we were there several of the showers and restrooms were out of order but otherwise a solid cheaper option for staying in Old Town. Also found some great pizza and local brews at Brew Dog just a few doors down.

10

M

9. Juni 2024

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

I really enjoyed my stay at kickass hostel. I dont usually stay in hostels but kickass definitely changed my views. The staff were all so helpful and kind, the rooms were clean. They had showers and bathrooms in almost every corner and it was always so clean. They have laundry room and lockers services which I found so convinent. I would highly recommend Kick Ass hostels and would definitely stay here again.

10

Richard

16. Aug. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 7 Nächte

The hostel is clean and in a central location. However with the hostel being situated around the night life area of the city. If you're looking for a quiet night this may not be the place for you.

6

Alisha

28. März 2024

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

Definitely extremely over priced for just a bed. Showers are timed so you have to press the button every 15seconds so having a shower is so annoying - the showers are tiny with no space to place your belongings. There was vomit in the sink for hours. Very loud throughout the night. Honestly I could find hotels better priced.

4

Rebecca

17. Okt. 2024

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Clean place. Broken heat while weather was 0-1 degrees at night. Cold room and uncomfortable while moving throughout the space. Tried working with staff ti resolve the issue, solution was extra blankets. No warning or switch of room to have heat. No offers to make stay better.

10

Wray

6. Sept. 2024

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Aufenthalt für 7 Nächte

The facilities are very clean, and I appreciate that. I had not stayed in a dorm-like environment for nearly 40 years, but it all worked out just fine. Thank you!

10

Rachelle

12. Jan. 2025

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

My family of four adults just needed a place to sleep after getting off a bus tour and before boarding an early flight. I booked a whole room, so we would have it to ourselves, but there are common bathrooms shared. Property was clean. We lucked out and got to take part in a trivia night in the bar. We lost but had fun. Food and drinks were good. Location is awesome. We roamed the streets and walked to the castle one last time before going to bed and catching our flight.

10

Sheila

21. Aug. 2024

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

I like it but my light didn’t worked

10

Bernadine

18. Aug. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

I enjoy the staff and the location, with the property being really clean and a convient location We enjoyed it very much!

10

Mackenzie

22. Apr. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 4 Nächte

Excellent customer service, friendly and welcoming staff. Cleanliness was on point, shower and toilet facilities were cleaned very regularly and were spotless.

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Zimmer

Die Zimmer reichen von einfachen Schlafsälen bis hin zu privaten Optionen; einige sind geräumig, aber der Schlafkomfort ist gemischt und einige Gäste stellten heiße oder kalte Temperaturen oder kleinere Hardwareprobleme fest. Straßenlärm dringt in viele Zimmer, und das WLAN auf dem Zimmer wurde von einigen als langsam gemeldet.

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6

Derrick

8. Juni 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Conviniently located in the most vibrant part of town... has some great pubs, walking distance to grass market and many other locations. The property itself is well maintained...but one important thing to remember is that it is a hostel. We happened to have a private 3 bed room. But it was still extremely noisy from the drunk yelling in the street...and stomping their way back to their bunks...way into the early morning...very limited toilet and shower spaces for the amount of inhabitants.

10

Richard

16. Aug. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 7 Nächte

The hostel is clean and in a central location. However with the hostel being situated around the night life area of the city. If you're looking for a quiet night this may not be the place for you.

10

Ruth

11. Aug. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Great location for exploring. Noisy outside on a Saturday night in August but would still recommend.

8

Joan

22. Aug. 2023

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Very close to everything on the Royal mall. Good value for the money spent. The mattresses could have been softer.

8

Karen

13. Juli 2024

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Convenient location, helpful staff, good bar, basic rooms but all you need!

8

Elly

1. Aug. 2024

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Stayed in a private room with bunkbeds. Choice of gender specific OR co-ed showers down the hall but cleaners were in the female bathroom at 0800 which caused congestion. There is an outside courtyard bar down below and there were some really noisy people ranting and swearing at 0300.

8

Mandy

10. Juni 2024

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Aufenthalt für 6 Nächte

This was my first time in a hostel, so I went in not really knowing what to expect. The building is centrally located so it was very easy to walk around the city and get to places. The staff were friendly, and the building was quite clean. Because it’s right in the city, it does get very loud at night with people partying on the street. I was staying there for 6 days and wasn’t expecting to have so many different roommates but for the most part the people were respectful. One downside is the bed isn’t very comfortable and the pillow was very flat. The bathrooms are quite small and cramped, but they were functional, updated and clean. The bar downstairs was a bit expensive (but so was everywhere in Edinburgh). Overall, for my first time in a hostel I had a good time and felt very comfortable and safe. For those looking for a decently priced place to stay while in Edinburgh, this hostel is definitely one I would recommend.

10

Tianlai

5. Juni 2025

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Even though this was a "hostel", but it really exceeded our expecations. Room we got was quite big. The only complaint I had was the mattress had some hard bumps, it almost felt like it was upside down.

10

Verna

11. Juni 2024

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

We enjoyed having room 208 which was a private room. It was great to have a sink in the room. The deadbolt on the door didn’t work and the room was a bit hot at times but otherwise fit our needs. I’m

8

UJJAWAL

28. Sept. 2024

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Great location, common amenities and rooms are super clean and modern..great vibes overall Cons: wifi super slow in rooms, spring mattresses are highly uncomfortable

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Dienstleistung

Der Service wird oft als freundlich, einladend und hilfsbereit gelobt, mit einfachem Check-in und nützlichen lokalen Tipps. Es gab einige Probleme, darunter eine Überbuchung, die einen Gast ohne Bett zurückließ, eingeschränkte Unterstützung während eines Feueralarms und ein ungelöstes Heizungsproblem.

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10

Stephen

2. Mai 2025

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

I am a senior male travelling Solo from Toronto, Canada - here on an annual 1 month holiday I take, since early retirement. This year I visited UK for my first time. Edinburgh was the last part of my 1 month exploring UK, and Kick Ass Greyfriars was an exceptional accommodation. Staff were great, lodging very comfortable, I suggest buying their breakfast. I will recommend this hostel.

10

Honie

3. Mai 2025

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

I did not get to stay due to a card issue but they service was great on 2 MAY 2025. Great staff. They were very kind.

8

Stephan

24. Sept. 2023

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Room clean and quiet. Plenty of shared bathrooms, showers on timers. Could purchase a continental breakfast on site. Only issue was the 4am fire alarm. We evacuated but no instructions or involvement by staff, we seemed to be on our own. What if there was a fire, yikes!

6

Danielle P

26. Nov. 2023

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

This place was a bit lower quality than I expected from reviews, but the staff were nice upon check-in and the area is great. However, when I returned to my bed at 2:30am, somebody else was sleeping in it. He slept there because somebody slept in his bed, and the whole thing started a chain reaction and the night receptionist realized they were overbooked. I didn’t have anywhere to sleep and was offered a couch in the chill room, even though my tag was on the bed and my stuff was in the locker. I was told this has happened here before. So… beware.

10

Thomas

30. Juli 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

We had a fantastic stay at kickass.. The location was great, the vibe, the staff, nice outdoor and indoor bar, good food with good prices!!

4

Rebecca

17. Okt. 2024

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Clean place. Broken heat while weather was 0-1 degrees at night. Cold room and uncomfortable while moving throughout the space. Tried working with staff ti resolve the issue, solution was extra blankets. No warning or switch of room to have heat. No offers to make stay better.

8

Karen

13. Juli 2024

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

Convenient location, helpful staff, good bar, basic rooms but all you need!

10

Stephen

2. Juli 2023

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Staff were very helpful.

10

Bernadine

18. Aug. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

I enjoy the staff and the location, with the property being really clean and a convient location We enjoyed it very much!

10

Mackenzie

22. Apr. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 4 Nächte

Excellent customer service, friendly and welcoming staff. Cleanliness was on point, shower and toilet facilities were cleaned very regularly and were spotless.

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Lage

Außergewöhnlich zentral und fußläufig gelegen in der Nähe von Grassmarket, der Altstadt und dem Schloss, was das Erreichen der Sehenswürdigkeiten erleichtert. Mehrere Bewertungen erwähnen lauten Straßenlärm, insbesondere am Wochenende, so dass die lebhafte Umgebung möglicherweise nicht für Lichtschläfer geeignet ist.

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8

Issy

22. Apr. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

Hostel was absolutely great! Perfect distance from the city centre and their bar was very nice too. However, showers only ever seemed to be lukewarm or would fluctuate in temperature.

8

Alexandro

24. Dez. 2024

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

The Hostel is in a great walkable area near Grassmarket Edinburgh. Lots of local pubs and shops within blocks. Great location. Compared to another hostel I stayed at in Glasgow, the Kick Ass had clean bathrooms, usable showers with good pressure & hot water. Having a pub downstairs with food was quick and convenient. Overall, a great and affordable place to stay if you dont mind bunking with other travelers. Everyone was nice and respectful in the dorms. No issues at all.

6

Derrick

8. Juni 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Conviniently located in the most vibrant part of town... has some great pubs, walking distance to grass market and many other locations. The property itself is well maintained...but one important thing to remember is that it is a hostel. We happened to have a private 3 bed room. But it was still extremely noisy from the drunk yelling in the street...and stomping their way back to their bunks...way into the early morning...very limited toilet and shower spaces for the amount of inhabitants.

10

Richard

16. Aug. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 7 Nächte

The hostel is clean and in a central location. However with the hostel being situated around the night life area of the city. If you're looking for a quiet night this may not be the place for you.

10

Ruth

11. Aug. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Great location for exploring. Noisy outside on a Saturday night in August but would still recommend.

10

Wojciech

14. Juli 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

Been there second time and deffo be back again! Good price, amazing location!

10

Rachelle

12. Jan. 2025

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Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

My family of four adults just needed a place to sleep after getting off a bus tour and before boarding an early flight. I booked a whole room, so we would have it to ourselves, but there are common bathrooms shared. Property was clean. We lucked out and got to take part in a trivia night in the bar. We lost but had fun. Food and drinks were good. Location is awesome. We roamed the streets and walked to the castle one last time before going to bed and catching our flight.

10

Bernadine

18. Aug. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

I enjoy the staff and the location, with the property being really clean and a convient location We enjoyed it very much!

8

Mandy

10. Juni 2024

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Aufenthalt für 6 Nächte

This was my first time in a hostel, so I went in not really knowing what to expect. The building is centrally located so it was very easy to walk around the city and get to places. The staff were friendly, and the building was quite clean. Because it’s right in the city, it does get very loud at night with people partying on the street. I was staying there for 6 days and wasn’t expecting to have so many different roommates but for the most part the people were respectful. One downside is the bed isn’t very comfortable and the pillow was very flat. The bathrooms are quite small and cramped, but they were functional, updated and clean. The bar downstairs was a bit expensive (but so was everywhere in Edinburgh). Overall, for my first time in a hostel I had a good time and felt very comfortable and safe. For those looking for a decently priced place to stay while in Edinburgh, this hostel is definitely one I would recommend.

10

Paolo Gio

9. Juni 2024

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

Very suitable for solo travel. It is at the center of the city and you literally can walk anywhere you want to go ie grassmarket, old town, Edinburgh castle, etc.

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Gastronomie

Frühstück ist verfügbar und wird häufig als sättigend und gut beschrieben; die hoteleigene Bar serviert Speisen und Getränke. Das Gesamtfeedback ist positiv, obwohl ein Gast die Bar als preiswert empfand, während andere günstige Preise oder preiswerte Getränke erwähnten.

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10

steve

12. Okt. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 5 Nächte

Breakfast was very filling with many different options to choose from.

10

Stephen

2. Mai 2025

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

I am a senior male travelling Solo from Toronto, Canada - here on an annual 1 month holiday I take, since early retirement. This year I visited UK for my first time. Edinburgh was the last part of my 1 month exploring UK, and Kick Ass Greyfriars was an exceptional accommodation. Staff were great, lodging very comfortable, I suggest buying their breakfast. I will recommend this hostel.

8

Joye

23. Aug. 2023

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

I liked the location across from the graveyard and Kirk. The ambiance was relaxed and the beer garden was a nice addition. While we were there several of the showers and restrooms were out of order but otherwise a solid cheaper option for staying in Old Town. Also found some great pizza and local brews at Brew Dog just a few doors down.

8

Alexandro

24. Dez. 2024

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

The Hostel is in a great walkable area near Grassmarket Edinburgh. Lots of local pubs and shops within blocks. Great location. Compared to another hostel I stayed at in Glasgow, the Kick Ass had clean bathrooms, usable showers with good pressure & hot water. Having a pub downstairs with food was quick and convenient. Overall, a great and affordable place to stay if you dont mind bunking with other travelers. Everyone was nice and respectful in the dorms. No issues at all.

8

Allison

7. Juli 2024

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

It was my first time in a hostel. While everything was great, I’d love to let people know the showers are cramped. You could put yourself in there, but don’t expect your things to stay dry in the stalls with you from lack of shelving. But the breakfast was great, staff amazing and helpful, great location (loud on weekends), and worth the trip

10

Michelle

30. Apr. 2025

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

Liked the Treehouse lounge and ability to sit and relax in the bar area or upstairs. Breakfast was also availabe if you wanted and lockers to hold your luggage if you came before check in

10

Alyssa

8. Okt. 2024

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Aufenthalt für 3 Nächte

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here. As a solo female traveler I felt incredibly safe and appreciated how you had to badge through each area to get to your room. The entire place was very clean and spacious, bathrooms included. The bar below served well priced drinks and was a great place to meet people. I would absolutely stay here next time I come back to Edinburgh!

10

Thomas

30. Juli 2025

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Aufenthalt für 2 Nächte

We had a fantastic stay at kickass.. The location was great, the vibe, the staff, nice outdoor and indoor bar, good food with good prices!!

10

Rachelle

12. Jan. 2025

·

Aufenthalt für eine Nacht

My family of four adults just needed a place to sleep after getting off a bus tour and before boarding an early flight. I booked a whole room, so we would have it to ourselves, but there are common bathrooms shared. Property was clean. We lucked out and got to take part in a trivia night in the bar. We lost but had fun. Food and drinks were good. Location is awesome. We roamed the streets and walked to the castle one last time before going to bed and catching our flight.

8

Mandy

10. Juni 2024

·

Aufenthalt für 6 Nächte

This was my first time in a hostel, so I went in not really knowing what to expect. The building is centrally located so it was very easy to walk around the city and get to places. The staff were friendly, and the building was quite clean. Because it’s right in the city, it does get very loud at night with people partying on the street. I was staying there for 6 days and wasn’t expecting to have so many different roommates but for the most part the people were respectful. One downside is the bed isn’t very comfortable and the pillow was very flat. The bathrooms are quite small and cramped, but they were functional, updated and clean. The bar downstairs was a bit expensive (but so was everywhere in Edinburgh). Overall, for my first time in a hostel I had a good time and felt very comfortable and safe. For those looking for a decently priced place to stay while in Edinburgh, this hostel is definitely one I would recommend.

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Monat	Durchschnittspreis
Januar	109 $
Februar	109 $
März	146 $
April	142 $
Mai	164 $
Juni	155 $
Juli	172 $
August	255 $
September	157 $
Oktober	191 $
November	146 $
Dezember	160 $

So.	Mo.	Di.	Mi.	Do.	Fr.	Sa.
				1	2	3
4	5	6	7	8	9	10
11	12	13	14	15	16	17
18 $45	19 $34	20 $49	21 $55	22 $53	23 $117	24
25 $43	26 $63	27 $167	28 $62	29 $77	30	31

So.	Mo.	Di.	Mi.	Do.	Fr.	Sa.
1 $91	2 $55	3 $149	4 $85	5 $88	6	7
8 $96	9 $126	10 $41	11 $129	12 $134	13	14
15 $158	16 $108	17 $153	18 $98	19 $136	20	21
22 $117	23 $134	24 $133	25 $147	26 $154	27	28
29 $112	30 $134

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