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Edinburgh, GB

Royal Mile Backpackers

105 High Street

2 stars · Guest score 8.3/10

About this hotel

Central Location and Surroundings Located just minutes away from Edinburgh Station and Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile Backpackers is nestled in the heart of the city amidst a vibrant array of bars, cafés, and restaurants. Comfortable Accommodation and Amenities Featuring mixed and female dormitories equipped with bunk beds, lockers, and essential amenities like laundry services, hairdryers, and adaptors, our hostel ensures a cozy stay for all guests. Additionally, luggage and bicycle storage facilities are available for your convenience. Social Spaces and Dining Options Unwind in our inviting lounge area with a fireplace or mingle with fellow travelers. Indulge in a continental breakfast, complimentary tea, coffee, and hot chocolate, and take advantage of our 24-hour kitchen and dining area. Don't forget to grab discount vouchers for local eateries! Book your stay at Royal Mile Backpackers now to experience the best of Edinburgh!

Highlights

Location Focus

Royal Mile Backpackers sits in Edinburgh’s historic core, just minutes from Edinburgh Station and Edinburgh Castle, with bars and cafés lining the area.

Service & Comfort

Friendly staff and clean, well-equipped dorms ensure a comfortable, value-driven stay with practical amenities like laundry and lockers.

Amenities & Dining

Relax in the lounge by the fireplace, enjoy a continental breakfast and 24-hour kitchen access, plus discount vouchers for nearby eateries.

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Laundry
Tour desk
Karaoke
Non-smoking throughout
Daily housekeeping
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles
Shared kitchen
Lockers
Evening entertainment
Adult only
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Contactless check-in/check-out
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Smoke alarms
Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Physical distancing in dining areas
CCTV in common areas
Process in place to check health of guests
Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
Security alarm
Walking tours
Tour/class on local culture
Live music/performance
Pub crawls
Stand-up comedy

Check-in & checkout

Check-in: 03:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Rooms & rates

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Guest sentiment

Cleanliness7.5
The shower facilities were clean but not pristine; there were mentions of dust in the rooms.
Service9.0
Staff received excellent reviews for their helpfulness and friendliness.
Location9.0
Guests praised the perfect location in the city center, easily accessible for sightseeing.
Room Quality7.5
Some reviews noted that the bathrooms were small and there were mixed feelings about room cleanliness.
Amenities8.5
Amenities like kitchen facilities and free towel rentals were positively mentioned.
Value for Money8.0
Guests felt it was a great value for money with the services provided.
Food and Beverage8.0
Breakfast had a good price but specific details on food quality were not mentioned.
Overall Experience9.0
Overall satisfaction was high; many guests expressed intentions to return.