Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only

2 stars
8.8
Very good
based on 2273 reviews
2,273 reviews
Fri 20/11
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Sat 21/11
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

The Castle Rock Hostel is situated just underneath the famed castle in Edinburgh, Scotland. The location is prime for getting around all this well-known city has to offer. The hostel offers areas for socializing and mingling with others who are on trips in the area too.

Guests at the hostel can choose from 43 shared rooms. There are mixed dorms and women-only dorms. This is the perfect environment for young travelers who want to meet people and see the world on a budget. Rooms have shared bathrooms with showers. There is free WiFi throughout the Castle Rock Hostel. Guests can request a hairdryer if needed.

This hostel has a kitchen that guests share. Meals can be made there. In the morning there is a continental breakfast laid out that guests can pay a small fee for. There are hundreds of restaurants within less than a mile of this property. A few travelers can try are Tupiniquim Brasil Crepes, Makars Gourmet Mash Bar, L’Etoile Salon de Tea, and Colonnades at The Signet Library.

The atmosphere of Castle Rock Hostel sets the tone for travelers to want to hang out together. There are sitting areas with pool tables. There’s a Groove Lounge for listening to music. There’s an outdoor patio with picnic tables. There’s even the posh lounge where guests can sit surrounded by lavish décor and read a book next to a large fireplace or surf the web at a large table. Places of interest outside the hostel include The Royal Mile, the Scotch Whisky Experience, Edinburgh Castle, and St. Giles’ Cathedral.

8.8
Very good
2273 reviews

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Amenities at Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only

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

Reviews of Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only

8.8
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2273 verified ratings
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Very good
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Good
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Okay
66
Fair
48
Mediocre
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33

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Wonderful
Tomas, Sep 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 the...
Cons (-) not really any diwnsides
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Location

15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket117 m
  • Edinburgh Castle201 m
  • Princes Street Gardens344 m
  • St Giles' Cathedral351 m
  • Princes Street0.4 km
  • National Museum of Scotland0.5 km
  • The Royal Mile0.6 km
  • University of Edinburgh0.6 km
  • St. Andrew Square0.7 km
  • Edinburgh City Centre0.8 km
  • Calton Hill1.2 km
  • Scottish Parliament Building1.3 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:30 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only

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March
February
C$ 111
C$ 63
Cheapest month to stay with an average 63% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 116% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only

Which month has the cheapest rates at Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only?

The cheapest month to stay at Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only is January, with an average nightly rate of C$ 36. The most expensive month is April at C$ 170 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only?

The cheapest day to book Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only is Monday, with an average nightly rate of C$ 33. The most expensive day is Thursday at C$ 189 per night.

How far in advance should you book Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only?

To get the best price at Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only, book around 6 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 45% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only, plan to stay on a Monday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 189, while the most expensive was C$ 189.
  • How long should you stay at Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only

  • Where is Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only located?

    Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only is located at 15 Johnston Terrace in Old Town, 0.4 km from the centre of Edinburgh. Grassmarket is the closest landmark to Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only.

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

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 10:30 AM at Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only.

  • Does Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only from the airport?

    Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only is 11 km from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only is 57 km from Dundee.

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

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

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

0.4 km
Edinburgh Turnhouse
11.0 km