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High Street Hostel
3 stars

High Street Hostel

8-18 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
See location+44 131 557 3984
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$164
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8.2
Great
based on 2887 reviews
2,887 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
Double room

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About High Street Hostel

  • Hostel Room
    An affordable stay with shared facilities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free

Situated a short walk from Edinburgh Bus Station, High Street Hostel provides guests with a convenient base while in Edinburgh. It is located a brief stroll from St Giles Cathedral and University of Edinburgh.

Luggage storage, a 24-hour reception and a dry cleaning service are just some of the available services at the hostel. Amenities include free wireless internet, a library and laundry facilities. Just moments from nearby bars and clubs, this 3-star hostel also allows guests to explore the local nightlife.

High Street Hostel provides rooms equipped with a hair dryer, plus all the necessities to ensure an enjoyable stay.

High Street Hostel is surrounded by the area's popular sightseeing attractions, including Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street, which are a short walk away. Edinburgh Airport is a 30-minute car ride away and Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station is within walking distance.

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Amenities at High Street Hostel

  • Adults only
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • 24-hour front desk
  • No smoking
  • Wake-up service
  • Smoke alarms

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Heating
  • Dustbins

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Walk-in shower

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Adults only
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Dining

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Shared kitchen
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

  • Lockers
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Earplugs
  • Wake-up service
  • 24-hour front desk

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool table

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of High Street Hostel

8.2
Very Good2,887 verified reviews
7.9Families
8.3Solo
7.9Couples
8.0Friends
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Location

8-18 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh

What's nearby

  • The Royal Mile50 m
  • Museum of Childhood76 m
  • Real Mary King's Close284 m
  • St Giles' Cathedral301 m
  • National Museum of Scotland383 m
  • National Library Of Scotland392 m
  • Greyfriars Kirk0.5 km
  • Waverley Mall0.5 km
  • Greyfriar's Bobby0.5 km
  • Scott Monument0.6 km
  • Calton Hill0.6 km
  • Princes Street Gardens0.7 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:30

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

When to book a room at High Street Hostel

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Top tips for your stay at High Street Hostel

  • How long should you stay at High Street Hostel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at High Street Hostel

  • Where is High Street Hostel located?

    High Street Hostel is located at 8-18 Blackfriars Street in Old Town, 0.7 km from the centre of Edinburgh. The Royal Mile is the closest landmark to High Street Hostel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at High Street Hostel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 10:30 at High Street Hostel.

  • Does High Street Hostel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, High Street Hostel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is High Street Hostel from the airport?

    High Street Hostel is 11.5 km from Edinburgh Turnhouse. High Street Hostel is 56.8 km from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great High Street Hostel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at High Street Hostel in Edinburgh and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at High Street Hostel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for High Street Hostel.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.7

Distance to city centre

0.7 km

Nearest airport

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Distance to airport

11.6 km