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Castle Rock Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with 24-hour front desk, walk to Edinburgh Castle

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Castle Rock Hostel

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (14 bed) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Restaurant
Lobby

Overview of Castle Rock Hostel

Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

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EH1 2PW, Scotland, Edinburgh, 15 Johnston Terrace
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle3 min walk
  • Popular LocationPrinces Street7 min walk
  • Popular LocationRoyal Mile8 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)26 min drive
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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (10 bed)

Highlights

In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (16 bed)

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In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only (4 bed)

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In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 bed ) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 bed )

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In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

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In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Basic Double Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

Highlights

3 bathrooms
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 bed)

Highlights

In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 bed)

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In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (12 bed) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (12 bed)

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In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (14 bed) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (14 bed)

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In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 7 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Women only (12 bed) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only (12 bed)

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In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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Triple Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

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In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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￥70,070 total
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May 4 - May 5
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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Castle Rock Hostel is located in Old Town Edinburgh, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, and is near a train station. National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 2 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk
  • Princes Street - 7 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 8 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 8 min walk

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ensign Ewart - 2 min walk
  • The Scotch Whisky Experience - 2 min walk
  • Cold Town House - 3 min walk
  • Castle Arms - 1 min walk
  • Biddy Mulligans - 3 min walk

About this property

Castle Rock Hostel

Hostel near Edinburgh Castle
A short walk from Princes Street and Royal Mile, Castle Rock Hostel provides a terrace, a fireplace in the lobby, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front-desk safe, a billiards/pool table, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Castle Rock Hostel have comforts such as free WiFi and safes.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, Greek, Hungarian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Castle Rock Hostel Edinburgh
Castle Rock Hostel
Castle Rock Hotel Edinburgh
Castle Rock Hostel Edinburgh, Scotland
Castle Rock Hostel Edinburgh
Castle Rock Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Castle Rock Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is Castle Rock Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Castle Rock Hostel?

As of Apr 20, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castle Rock Hostel on May 13, 2024 start from ￥18,173, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Castle Rock Hostel?

Castle Rock Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Castle Rock Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Castle Rock Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Castle Rock Hostel located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this hostel is steps from Castlehill and Grassmarket. Edinburgh Castle and St. Giles' Cathedral are also within 5 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 8 minutes by foot and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is 10 minutes.

Castle Rock Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 336 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 336 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 336 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 336 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 336 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne, Nr Morpeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was delighted to find a cheap bed for the night in an excellent location and a well organised set up. At 63 I was afraid I might be a bit old for a dormitory bed in a hostel but there was a good cross section of people and everyone I met was friendly and considerate. I’d definitely recommend and would return in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decor very 'quirky'
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Location
The location was perfect! Will admit that the walk up the hill was difficult for my older relatives. We were on the top floor too so that was a bit rough. Would encourage to get a cab if you're older and not used to walking up hill.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second but not last stay!
My second stay here - first was just travelling but this time I stayed for an event. I would recommend the rooms with less people because the bigger ones I found not as comfortable but they’re not bad! Free tea/coffee/hot chocolate was lovely as always, oat milk seemed to be frozen though 😅 all of the team are friendly and helpful! Because no mirror in the room it was a bit harder to get ready for me on this stay but not the worst, extra space in the bathrooms for sorting yourself out. Usual hostel standard and you can do laundry for a charge too if you need to! Events they do nightly are fun and good to socialise!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great wee Hostel near the Castle!
Super friendly staff, big common room if you’re more social but little ones if you want peace too! Free tea/coffee/hot choc - though milk did seem to be lacking especially if you don’t drink cow milk. No lifts etc so poss a struggle for some - not an issue for me but worth noting I thought. They have activities and a cheap breakfast, it’s limited but what do you expect for £2.50. Location is good for old town, easy to walk round the city and beds were comfy enough! I will definitely stay here again when I’m visiting Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay Away - Stinks!
Awful. Sheets were itchy, urine smell throughout, no way to plug up hairdryer in bathroom, people were rude and I did not appreciate the smugness of the attendant at check out. Low water pressure, place was freezing, hardly any heat in the rooms and washrooms. They left the windows open to mask the urine smell!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023