Hostel Royal Mile Backpackers
This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in old-town exploration, pubs and architecture – Check location 105 High Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH11SG, United Kingdom – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in old-town exploration, pubs and architecture – Check location Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.7/10! (score from 713 reviews)
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*8.9* National Museum of Scotland: only 6 minutes away! (1,400 feet by foot)
*9.0* City Art Center: only 3 minutes away! (650 feet by foot)
*8.4* Waverley Mall: only 5 minutes away! (1,300 feet by foot)
*8.7* Edinburgh Festival Theatre: only 6 minutes away! (1,400 feet by foot)
*8.4* Scott Monument: only 6 minutes away! (1,600 feet by foot)
Edinburgh Waverley Train Station: only 4 minutes away! (800 feet by foot)
*8.6* St. Giles Cathedral: only 4 minutes away! (1,000 feet by foot)
Waterloo Place: only 5 minutes away! (1,250 feet by foot)
*9.2* Royal Mile: only 6 minutes away! (1,650 feet by foot)
*9.0* Edinburgh Military Tattoo: only 4 minutes away! (1,000 feet by foot)
*9.0* The Real Mary King's Close: only 4 minutes away! (900 feet by foot)
The staff are super friendly and help us in any moment, we can use the common areas until 10 pm after our check in The bds are comfortable, and the room big
MexicoYou should absolutely stay at Royal Mile Backpackers. Most welcoming, helpful, knowledgeable, fun staff ever! I’ve been traveling for the last couple years and have stayed in countless hostels. Only one other hostel staff can come close, and truly this one is special. My sister and I interacted with several of the kindest staffers who went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. The location of the hostel is literally perfect (super convenient walking distance to everything in Edinburgh - you can’t beat staying on the mile). The overall atmosphere is super homey and inviting. You immediately feel welcome and are surrounded by chill vibes. Thank you so much to everyone who made our time in Edinburgh unforgettable! We cannot wait to come back.
United States of America- great location - very good price - ability to leave luggage even though you have check out
UkraineExcellent location, clean, small, friendly and helpful.
United KingdomVery lovely kitchen there , best of best location in Edinburgh!
ChinaFriendly and welcoming staff. Location. Access to public transport to and from airport. Budget friendly.
United States of AmericaBest hostel I’ve stayed in , overall very nice experience , I stayed during Christmas and the vibe was very festive , woke up Christmas Day to find stocking filled with candies and chocolates , was delighted , Staff are excellent and friendly and very helpful, they gave you advice on whatever you need , Thank you for such a great stay , will definitely stay there if I ever went back to Edinburgh 👍🏼🙌🏼
Egyptcute common space. quite during sleeping time. clean. friendly staffs. warm.
NetherlandsWhat did I like? Pretty much everything! The staff was helpful and friendly and pretty much every time I came into the reception area it was filled with friendly young people offering me a seat next to them. The location, about halfway between Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood on the Royal Mile, was perfect for walking everywhere. In the same block as the two oldest houses and the original water source for the entire city. There are some wonderful restaurants next door (I Loved the Whiskey Bar!) and close by.
United States of AmericaGreat Hospitality by the staff & strategic location
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Royal Mile Backpackers This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!
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Andrea
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Anna
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Dariia
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Siv
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Fion
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Aya
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Mohd
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Stay in the heart of Edinburgh – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in old-town exploration, pubs and architecture – Check location Excellent location – show map
Five minutes’ walk from Edinburgh Station and less than 10 minutes from Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile Backpackers enjoys a central location surrounded by bars, cafés and restaurants. The small and cozy hostel features free WiFi and knowledgeable staff to tell you about the Scottish capital and assist with tour bookings.
Mixed and female dormitories have bunk beds and lockers, and guests can make use of laundry services, hairdryers and adapters. Luggage storage is available at the property. Bicycle storage is available at the High Street Hostel just across the road.
There is both a female-only and mixed bathroom with hot showers and toilets. The property's comfy lounge with fireplace is the perfect place to socialize.
You can buy a continental breakfast at Royal Mile Backpackers, and enjoy free tea, coffee and hot chocolate. The kitchen and dining area is open 24 hours a day, and you can make use of discount vouchers for local food retailers.
Close to the university, this hostel is a little over 10 minutes’ walk from the huge Holyrood Park, home of Arthur’s Seat. Grassmarket and Princes Street are both 6-8 minutes away.
Old Town is a great choice for travelers interested in old-town exploration, pubs and architecture.
This is our guests' favorite part of Edinburgh, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.5 for two-person stays.
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Located in the real heart of Edinburgh, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!
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Area Info
– This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in old-town exploration, pubs and architecture – Check location Excellent location – show map Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!What's nearby *
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Geoffrey Kiltmakers and Weavers0 miles
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Museum of Childhood0 miles
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City Art Center0.1 miles
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The City of Edinburgh Council0.1 miles
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Edinburgh Waverley Train Station0.2 miles
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The Real Mary King's Close0.2 miles
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Edinburgh Military Tattoo0.2 miles
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St. Giles Cathedral0.2 miles
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Edinburgh Law School0.2 miles
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Waterloo Place0.2 miles
Natural Beauty *
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Arthur's Seat Mountain0.5 miles
Closest Airports *
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Edinburgh Airport6.9 miles
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Dundee Airport35.3 miles
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Glasgow Airport48.5 miles
Most Popular Landmarks *
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National Museum of Scotland0.3 miles
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Royal Mile0.3 miles
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Camera Obscura and World of Illusions0.4 miles
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Edinburgh Playhouse0.4 miles
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University of Edinburgh0.5 miles
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Edinburgh Castle0.6 miles
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Arthur's Seat1 miles
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Murrayfield Stadium2.1 miles
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Royal Yacht Britannia2.2 miles
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Edinburgh Zoo3.3 miles
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RetryFacilities of Royal Mile Backpackers Great facilities! Review score, 8.4
Most popular facilities
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Walking tours
- Bar crawls
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
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Free! WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
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No parking available.
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Lockers
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Laundry Additional charge
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
Safety & Security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
General
- Adults only
- Convenience store (on site)
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
- Newspapers
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Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Children not allowed.
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Royal Mile Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
On arrival, a deposit of GBP 10 is required for the keys.
Please note that this property cannot accommodate stag or hen parties.
Please note that this property cannot accept groups of more than 4 people.
Luggage storage is available on the arrival day and departure day.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
