Hostel Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)

2 West Port, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2JA, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

Excellent location — rated 9.5/10! (score from 1321 reviews)

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8.6
Fabulous
1,321 reviews

The place was very clean and the wifi worked very well. And pillow was great.

Kristiina Finland

Pod beds were spacious and comfortable with good thick mattress and not at all claustrophobic unlike traditional 3 tier bunk beds. I slept nearly all night for 3 nights as someone noise sensitive enough to not sleep at all for 3 nights in a row on a public ward in a hospital. Good lighting and phone charging arrangements.

Julian United Kingdom

The location is superb. You can easily see the castle in the hostel's cafe and also very close to tourist attractions like Royal Mile and Claton Hill. I also want to say thanks to the lovely staff, very welcoming, patient and helpful.

Rrrose China

It was very clean and the bed was comfortable. Staff was very helpful.

Marina United Kingdom

The employees were soo nice! also the pub crawl was so much fun! It was also really nice that they had female rooms and a laundry room.

Esther Netherlands

Recent furnishings, secure bunk-side lockers available, awesome location, reasonable price

Kyrstin United Kingdom

Spacious pods, great staff and facilities. Felt safe. Perfect location

Holly United Kingdom

It was closer to the castle out the bedroom window

Dana United Kingdom

the location is amazing. we had an amazing view of the castle by our window . the room was good , enough space. the hostel has a bar and they offer a lot of activities , pub crawl was fun , I loved Edinburgh and really enjoyed my stay at kickass

Claudia Brazil

great facilities. lots of nice guests and the staff are accommodating

Josef United Kingdom
8.6
Fabulous
1,321 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The place was very clean and the wifi worked very well. And pillow was great.”
    Kristiina Kristiina Finland Finland
  • “Pod beds were spacious and comfortable with good thick mattress and not at all claustrophobic unlike traditional 3 tier bunk beds.”
    Julian Julian United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The location is superb. You can easily see the castle in the hostel's cafe and also very close to tourist attractions like Royal Mile and Claton Hill.”
    Rrrose Rrrose China China
  • “It was very clean and the bed was comfortable. Staff was very helpful.”
    Marina Marina United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The employees were soo nice! also the pub crawl was so much fun! It was also really nice that they had female rooms and a laundry room.”
    Esther Esther Netherlands Netherlands
  • “Recent furnishings, secure bunk-side lockers available, awesome location, reasonable price”
    Kyrstin Kyrstin United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Spacious pods, great staff and facilities. Felt safe. Perfect location”
    Holly Holly United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “It was closer to the castle out the bedroom window”
    Dana Dana United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “the location is amazing. we had an amazing view of the castle by our window . the room was good , enough space.”
    Claudia Claudia Brazil Brazil
  • “great facilities. lots of nice guests and the staff are accommodating”
    Josef Josef United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.0
  • Facilities8.5
  • Cleanliness8.5
  • Comfort8.4
  • Value for money8.8
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi8.5

Stay in the heart of Edinburgh – Excellent location - show map

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Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) in Edinburgh provides adults-only accommodation with a bar and a shared lounge. This 4-star hostel offers a tour desk and free WiFi. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk.

All guest rooms feature bed linen.

Continental and à la carte breakfast options are available every morning at the hostel.

Popular points of interest near Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) include Royal Mile, The Real Mary King's Close and Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 8.1 miles from the accommodation.

This is our guests' favourite part of Edinburgh, according to independent reviews.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 19 Apr 2018.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Most popular facilities

Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Bar
Heating

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Edinburgh, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

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Guest reviews

8.6
Fabulous · 1,321 reviews
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  • Staff9.0
  • Facilities8.5
  • Cleanliness8.5
  • Comfort8.4
  • Value for money8.8
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi8.5

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kristiina Finland

    “The place was very clean and the wifi worked very well. And pillow was great.”

  • Julian United Kingdom

    “Pod beds were spacious and comfortable with good thick mattress and not at all claustrophobic unlike traditional 3 tier bunk beds. I slept nearly all night for 3 nights as someone noise sensitive enough to not sleep at all for 3 nights in a row on a public ward in a hospital. Good lighting and phone charging arrangements.”

  • Rrrose China

    “The location is superb. You can easily see the castle in the hostel's cafe and also very close to tourist attractions like Royal Mile and Claton Hill. I also want to say thanks to the lovely staff, very welcoming, patient and helpful.”

  • Marina United Kingdom

    “It was very clean and the bed was comfortable. Staff was very helpful.”

  • Esther Netherlands

    “The employees were soo nice! also the pub crawl was so much fun! It was also really nice that they had female rooms and a laundry room.”

  • Kyrstin United Kingdom

    “Recent furnishings, secure bunk-side lockers available, awesome location, reasonable price”

  • Holly United Kingdom

    “Spacious pods, great staff and facilities. Felt safe. Perfect location”

  • Dana United Kingdom

    “It was closer to the castle out the bedroom window”

  • Claudia Brazil

    “the location is amazing. we had an amazing view of the castle by our window . the room was good , enough space. the hostel has a bar and they offer a lot of activities , pub crawl was fun , I loved Edinburgh and really enjoyed my stay at kickass”

  • Josef United Kingdom

    “great facilities. lots of nice guests and the staff are accommodating”

Property questions and answers
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  • Do you have planned events or activities?
    Yes, we have daily activities
    Answered on 6 September 2019
  • Do I need a lock for the lockers?
    Yes for dorms, we also sell them at £4 at reception. The pods have combination lock lockers and padlock is not required.
    Answered on 6 September 2019
  • Can you please advise where I can park a hire car?
    We have partnered with the Castle Terrance NCP for an exclusive deal on parking. Download their app NCP ParkPass from here: https://www.ncp.co.uk/parkingsolutions/ncpparkpass/ and use SaverID: KAHOSTELS
    Answered on 13 March 2022
  • Hello, I am planning to visit Edinburgh in early July. Are the pods in rooms with windows that open for ventilation? Are pods on ground or 1st floors? Thank you in advance. Nancy
    Hello! Thank you for your questions. Our pod dorms are located on the 3rd floor. We are taking all recommended measures regarding Covid-19. KA Crew
    Asked about: POD BED in 22 Bed Mixed Dorm • Answered on 26 March 2021
  • Hi is it possible for me to checkin after 12:00am Because my flight arrives around 23:20pm I would probably get to the hostel pass 12:00am
    Hi, Our reception is open 24h and check-in starts from 14:00 (2PM). You are welcome to check-in any time after that. Please let us know if you plan to arrive after 10am the day after your scheduled check-in. Best wishes, Kick Ass Hostels
    Answered on 26 March 2022

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Property surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighbourhood!
Excellent location - show map
Located in the historic old town

Stay in the oldest part of Scotland's capital, where gas lamps light up elegant buildings and cobblestone streets. Nearby, the imposing Edinburgh Castle looms over the city.

What's nearby
  • Grassmarket
    0.1 miles
  • Armstrong's Vintage
    0.1 miles
  • The Scotch Whisky Experience
    0.2 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle
    0.2 miles
  • Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
    0.2 miles
  • Princes Street Gardens
    0.2 miles
  • Royal Mile
    0.2 miles
  • Central Library
    0.2 miles
  • Gladstones Land
    0.2 miles
  • Royal Lyceum Theatre
    0.3 miles
Top attractions
  • National Museum of Scotland
    0.3 miles
  • The Real Mary King's Close
    0.4 miles
  • University of Edinburgh
    0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse
    0.9 miles
  • Arthurs Seat
    1.4 miles
  • Murrayfield Stadium
    1.7 miles
  • Royal Yacht Britannia
    2.5 miles
  • Edinburgh Zoo
    2.8 miles
  • Dalhousie Castle
    7.4 miles
  • Forth Bridge
    8.8 miles
Natural beauty
  • Mountain Arthur's Seat
    2.1 miles
Closest airports
  • Edinburgh Airport
    6.4 miles
  • Dundee Airport
    35.6 miles
  • Glasgow Airport
    48.1 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Facilities of Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)

Most popular facilities

Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Bar
Heating
Activities
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Pub crawls Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Karaoke
  • Games room
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Luggage storage Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Adult only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
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This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel

House rules Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

14:00 - 00:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

07:00 - 10:00

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

There is no capacity for cots at this property.

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking for more than 9 persons, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please, note that when booking for 10 or more guests, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

18+ persons only, no persons under the age of 18 allowed and ID checked on arrival.

Please note, this property cannot accommodate stays longer than 14 days.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)

  • Guests staying at Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • À la carte

  • The prices at Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Games room
    • Karaoke
    • Evening entertainment
    • Movie nights
    • Pub crawls
    • Walking tours

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) by:

    • Airport shuttle (public) 30min

  • Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+) is 400 yards from the centre of Edinburgh.