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Castle Rock Hostel
2 stars

Castle Rock Hostel

15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
See location+44 131 225 9666
From
£64
Cheapest

rate per night

8.8
Very good
based on 2033 reviews
2,033 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
£64
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Overview

Situated under a 20-minute walk from Edinburgh Bus Station, Castle Rock Hostel - Adult Only provides guests with a convenient base when visiting Edinburgh. It is steps from Edinburgh Castle, restaurants and nightlife options.

Luggage storage and a 24-hour reception are just some of the convenient services at the hostel. Amenities include complimentary wireless internet, a safe and laundry facilities. Guests are also able to enjoy a game of pool in the cosy lounge bar.

Castle Rock Hostel - Adult Only has 43 rooms that are fitted with all the necessities to ensure an enjoyable stay. Those staying in the rooms also have access to a communal bathroom.

The hostel's position allows guests easy access to all local tourist attractions by foot. Guests can also easily visit University of Edinburgh, the National Museum of Scotland and Princes Street.

8.8
Very good rating
Based on 2,033 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Castle Rock Hostel

  • Adults only
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe
  • No smoking
  • Smoke alarms

Basics

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

Accessibility and suitability

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

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

General

  • Lockers
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed

Dining

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Shared kitchen

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool table

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Reviews of Castle Rock Hostel

8.8
Very good
2033 verified ratings
Wonderful
1311
Very good
374
Good
194
Okay
64
Fair
42
Mediocre
18
Poor
32

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10
Wonderful
Tomas, Sept 2019
Pros (+) Lovely hostel, great showers, clean room, excellent social spaces. 10/10. Would have stayed longer if I had the time.
Cons (-) Breakfast was a bit weak for £1.50
9.4
Wonderful
Hannah, Jul 2019
Pros (+) It was great all around. Well structured, hospitable, and affordable
10
Wonderful
Ianna, Oct 2017
Pros (+) the bed was the comfiest hostel bed i've been in so far, facilities are great and clean, awesome pub crawl and dancing nights, nice staff, and really awesome huge place. Oh and it's fantastic that they have a laundry service!
Cons (-) not really any diwnsides

Location

15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket128 yd
  • Edinburgh Castle220 yd
  • Princes Street Gardens376 yd
  • St Giles' Cathedral384 yd
  • Princes Street0.3 mi
  • National Museum of Scotland0.3 mi
  • The Royal Mile0.4 mi
  • University of Edinburgh0.4 mi
  • St. Andrew Square0.5 mi
  • Edinburgh City Centre0.5 mi
  • Calton Hill0.7 mi
  • Scottish Parliament Building0.8 mi

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.

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£63
£26
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 99% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Castle Rock Hostel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Castle Rock Hostel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and April.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Castle Rock Hostel, plan to stay on a Thursday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Castle Rock Hostel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £25, while the most expensive was £29.
  • How long should you stay at Castle Rock Hostel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at Castle Rock Hostel

  • Where is Castle Rock Hostel located?

    Castle Rock Hostel is located at 15 Johnston Terrace in Old Town, 0.3 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. Grassmarket is the closest landmark to Castle Rock Hostel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Castle Rock Hostel?

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

  • Does Castle Rock Hostel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Castle Rock Hostel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Castle Rock Hostel from the airport?

    Castle Rock Hostel is 6.8 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Castle Rock Hostel is 35.1 miles from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Castle Rock Hostel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Castle Rock 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 Castle Rock 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 Castle Rock Hostel.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

9.1
0.3 mi
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6.8 mi

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