We were six travel agents used to good hotels who had to chose a hostel because all accommodation in Edinburgh was fully booked due to a rugby match. The location was amazing, 50 m from the middle of the Royal Mile and five minutes walk to Grassmarket. The rooms was cold and spartan, with nothing but beds - not even... More

I stayed at the High Street hostel in May of 2011. I found the location to be fantastic - walking distance to everything a traveller could want. The bathrooms were quite dirty and it was extremely loud, but that is to be expected. We didn't go there to get a 5 star experience, we went there to have fun. Unfortunately,... More

I chose High Street hostel because of the location, right in the heart of Edinburgh's' beautiful old town. Checking-in: It is a short walk from Waverley station, so getting to it was very easy even with a heavy bag. When you arrive at the Hostel, you have to climb a small flight of steps to enter the reception. I was... More

Stayed both here and at the Smart City Hostel two blocks away, which I felt was much better and something like £ 2 more expensive. High Street Hostel has a "permanent guests clique" that hang out downstairs, this hostel suits "hobo travellers" who enjoy getting to know new people and just going with the flow. I simply wanted to sleep,... More

The High Street Hostel is perfectly located right of the Royal Mile and only a short walk from Waverly Station. The hostel itself is a 500 year old building and that is used as an excuse for not having power outlets in the dorms. It is quite an annoyance to have to sit in the common room and wait while... More

Towels and blankets smelled bad, they were dirty. Showers were tiny as well as beds. Windows were opened the whole day so we just were frozen there! However, staff was very friendly and there are good facilities. The kicthen and lougne were very good and location too but there is a lot of noise from outside while you are sleeping.... More

Great location, right on the Royal mile/high street. Free WiFi! Bed is clean / comfy. Nice & chill place. Most staffs are friendly. clean showers/toilets. I stayed there for 4 nights, loved it. Would definitely go back! More

The high street hostel staff is very good, and the kitchen is very complete. This is a no nonsense hsotel, with a perfect location. The beds are simple but clean. This hostel can be recommended. More

Only stayed here for a night. All staff were friendly. Everyone walking into the hostel must show the little pink paper confirming they are guests of the hostel. Quite strict about it, which is good for the safety. Room was OK, very basic, wiith old beds, but maintained OK. No plugs in the room, so had to go downn to... More