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8.2

2,660 reviews

High Street Hostel

High Street Hostel

8 Blackfriars St, Edinburgh, EH1 1NE, United Kingdom

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Adults only

Free wifi

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

High Street Hostel

Welcome to High Street Hostel, where adventure meets comfort in the heart of Edinburgh! Nestled just 0.4mi from the vibrant city center, this charming hostel is the perfect launchpad for all your explorations. Whether you're strolling through the historic Old Town or noshing on haggis at a local eatery, you'll appreciate the ideal location. With prices starting from just $20, this is a fantastic deal for budget-savvy travelers looking to soak up all that this enchanting city has to offer.

Step inside and discover a world designed exclusively for adults, where you can enjoy a relaxing retreat after a day of sightseeing. High Street Hostel offers free Wi-Fi, allowing you to share your unforgettable Edinburgh moments in real-time. Take a breather on the terrace, soak in the local vibes, or kick back in the non-smoking rooms, creating the perfect environment for rest and relaxation. Plus, with a friendly 24-hour front desk, there’s always someone ready to help with your questions or travel tips.

With over 2660 reviews, travelers can’t stop raving about their experiences at this delightful hostel! Guests appreciate the vibrant atmosphere and great value, making it a popular choice for those seeking both fun and affordability. So bring your adventurous spirit and get ready to experience Edinburgh like never before at High Street Hostel!

At High Street Hostel, the spirit of camaraderie thrives, and your stay will be one to remember! Choose from an array of dormitory accommodations tailored to suit your travel style. From the cozy 6-bed mixed dorm to the bustling 18-bed dormitory, each space is designed for fellow adventurers looking to forge new friendships and share stories from their travels. What better way to embrace the heart of hostel life than by sharing laughs and making connections in a lively and vibrant atmosphere?

Comfort is key, and you can rest easy knowing that all dorm options are smoke-free. Each bed is equipped to provide a peaceful night's sleep, encouraging you to recharge after an exhilarating day in Edinburgh. Plus, the convenient shared bathrooms mean you'll have everything you need at your fingertips without sacrificing your budget. With a diverse range of dormitory sizes, you can opt for an intimate setting or dive into the energetic hustle and bustle of a larger room—it’s all about the experience you want to create!

After soaking in all that Edinburgh has to offer, you’ll definitely want to unwind and recount the day’s adventures. High Street Hostel serves as your perfect haven, offering not only social opportunities but also a tranquil terrace to kick back and reflect. With vibrant common areas designed to sparkle with the laughter of fellow travelers, you can create memories that will last a lifetime. So pack your bags, grab your camera, and get ready to experience Edinburgh’s charm while surrounded by kindred spirits at High Street Hostel!

Closest airports

Edinburgh Airport

7.2mi

Dundee Riverside Airport

35.3mi

Glasgow Airport

48.6mi

Most popular amenities

Adults only

Free wifi

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Rooms

Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room in High Street Hostel

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Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

1 Bunk Bed

205 sqft

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Single Bed in 18-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room  in High Street Hostel

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Single Bed in 18-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

1 Bunk Bed

400 sqft

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Single Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room in High Street Hostel

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Single Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

1 Bunk Bed

120 sqft

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Single Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room in High Street Hostel

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Single Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

1 Bunk Bed

85 sqft

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Single Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room in High Street Hostel

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Single Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room

1 Bunk Bed

95 sqft

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room in High Street Hostel

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

1 Bunk Bed

160 sqft

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Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room in High Street Hostel

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Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room

1 Bunk Bed

205 sqft

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Guest reviews

8.2

2,660 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Ella

9.1

May 2024

I really liked the common lounge. It was very comfy and it was a nice place to talk to people. In that way it was always quite in the dormitory so if you wanted to relax nobody was making a phone call there for example. The lounge also had a pool table, some couches, board games and the kitchen had a microwave and other appliciances for guests to use. High Street Hostel had some nice activities organized for each day of the week free of charge. I attended the Wednesday activity which was Scottish Dancing!

The showers and toilets were a bit small and there were only two of them at my floor.

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Timea

8.2

March 2024

Location was very convenient, everything was a short walking distance away, which gave me a lot more time for exploring the city. The staff was very helpfull and nice to us. There was a very nice social space with a few music instruments, pc games and table games, billiard and a small smoking terrace - great for meeting other people and just hanging around. Also, hot water was running at all times, which is sometimes hard to come by in other hostels, when there’s so much people at one place.

The rooms could use some improvement, even though you sleep at a hostel, having privacy, even if it’s just curtains around your bed, is becoming a standard around the world so some renovation of sleeping spaces would be nice.

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Kinder

10

May 2024

The location was excellent, literally 6 minutes from the station and on the high street. The rooms are nice, clean, and with spacious lockers. Staff is nice and friendly. Free luggage storage on the day of the checkout out. They accommodated my request of swapping beds as I couldn't climb to get to the top bed. The toilet and bathroom are well maintained and CLEAN, with hot water running at all times without issues. The kitchen is spacious, and the communal areas are nice and cosy.

The mattress was too hard and had weird shapes. One of the sinks in the toilet was clogged (we stayed 2 nights, and it has been for the whole of our stay).

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Petra

9.1

May 2024

I like the location the closeness to the Royal Mile was excellent. Community was great too. I liked that there was a chance to book just Girl dorm.

Was hard in the kitchen to get a space in the fridge. Because there quite a lot people staying. There were many volunteering so cleanness was fine at that time. But I guess it could change from who is cleaning and kitchen was closed until 7am. For an early bird having my own breakfast or if you must leave early you have to consider that. But I would rate definitively a 9 or more.

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Paula

8.2

May 2023

Great lounge area, very comfortable to work and chill out. It's in a great location, and the let you leave your bags before and after check-in. Simple breakfast is available for 3 pounds which is much cheaper than other hostels in the country. I think there is a big group of volunteers living in the hostel, so the environment is very friendly and they keep everything very clean for hostels standards.

Showers could have some surface for you to put your stuff on while you are showering. The bathroom was OK for a hostel, but don't expect more than just clean. The room had a little smell, but that was just one of the guests who decided to put his socks to dry.

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Greg

10

April 2024

From the moment I stepped through the door, all the staff were super-friendly and welcoming. Whenever I came to them with doubts they were really helpful and able to point me in the right direction. They organise events most nights and there's a large common room ad kitchen for all guests to enjoy. (I forgot to bring a towel with me and was able to rent/hire one in reception. So bonus points for that! Thanks!) Situated in a great location and would love to return the next time I'm in Edinburgh. Highly recommended

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Stipe

8.2

May 2023

The location is excellent, Hostel is situated in the old town, few minutes walking to many of the touristic attractions, 2 minutes walking from Cow gate, where people go out, few minutes walking to Grassmarket, where you can have an excellent coffee and where are restaurants (it's a valley, where there is sun). 2-3 minutes walking to a supermarket (express) and 5-6 minutes from two big supermarkets. The room was OK, there are lockers (for every bed) with key. The bed was comfortable and with soft and newer linen (not rinsed). The heating was on, although it was not (so) cold. The dining room is big enough and there is a snooker pool.

The room is on the 7th floor (counting from the reception floor, on the 4th floor; and from the kitchen floor, on the 5th floor), but there is no lift. To many rooms share one bathroom (whole floor - 7-8 rooms) and bathroom has only two shower cabins, two sinks and two toilets. In the kitchen during the breakfast there is no enough cups (mugs).

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Gosia

9.1

May 2023

Great place, perfect localization, awesome vibe and great staff! Next to each bed there was a small lamp and a socket with a USB port so I didn't even need to use my adapter! If (or rather when) I come back to Edinburgh, I'll stay here again!

Bathrooms were clean but maybe not the cleanest, but perhaps it's other guest's fault (some people simply don't know how to keep spaces clean). Whenever the door closed, it was pretty loud, so people coming in and out of the room made quite a lot of noise especially at night.

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Lewandowska

9.1

May 2024

The location is excellent, everyone was very kind - both staff members and other guests make this place feel very comfortable and welcoming. I really loved it!

Rooms & common spaces were clean but unfortunately toilets and shower rooms had overflowing trashcans, dirty sinks and lavatories. I understand the reason there might be many guests using those.

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Trinity

10

May 2023

It had lots of events like the pub crawl every Thursday, games night on Saturday and themed movie nights. The volunteers are really friendly. Big shout out to Meave, Erin, Michael, Sijad, Alex, Dennis, Mustafa, Hayley, Lewis and Callum, as well as the rest of the team! I really had an amazing time with everyone! There's a great shared area to play pool. You can also cook your own meals in the kitchen and there are multiple fridges. The smoking area is also very clean and it's a great social hangout! The facilities were also very clean. The volunteers also provide snacks and little things to make the events even better.

One of my bottles of cheap wine was stolen on the night of the pub crawl so it's just something that can happen on that night and to be wary of it! I hope they enjoyed it, there's no hard feelings just wish they had brought it out to the common lounge area to share!

Points of Interest Around High Street Hostel

Attractions

The Canongate

0.1mi

Scottish National Gallery

0.4mi

Royal Scottish Academy

0.4mi

Royal Observatory

1.9mi

Edinburgh Cruise Port at Leith

2.2mi

Rosslyn Chapel

6.6mi

Aberdour Castle

8.5mi

Forth Bridge

8.9mi

Dunfermline Abbey and Palace

13.6mi

Preston Mill & Phantassie Doocot

20.7mi

Falkland Palace and Garden

21.1mi

Melrose Abbey

30.3mi

Swilcan Bridge (Swilken Bridge)

30.9mi

St. Andrews Golf Course

31mi

St. Andrews Cathedral

31mi

Amenities of High Street Hostel

Adults only

Free wifi

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Stay rules - High Street Hostel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property