Highlights
Non-smoking rooms available
Complimentary wi-fi property-wide
Daily room cleaning service
24/7 front desk support
Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only is just an 11-minute stroll from Waverley Train Station and a mere 3-minute walk to the vibrant Grassmarket and the magnificent Edinburgh Castle. Housed in a charming 19th-century building adorned with artwork, this adult-only hostel features bright and colorful dormitories, complemented by free WiFi throughout the property.
Exclusively welcoming guests aged 18 and up, the hostel offers cozy dormitories with comfortable bunk beds and personal lockers, along with shared bathroom facilities equipped with showers. Guests can unwind in the inviting lounge area, complete with a piano and plush sofas by the fireplace, enjoy films in the movie room with a big screen, or catch up online in the Internet lounge with WiFi.
Although breakfast isn't available at the moment, guests can whip up meals in the spacious self-catering kitchen. Additional facilities include laundry services and luggage storage for your convenience.
You'll find this hostel just a short 5-minute walk to beautiful Princes Street Gardens, the Scottish National Gallery, and the National Museum of Scotland, making it an ideal base for exploring the city. Plus, it’s a great pick-up point for complimentary walking tours.
For those interested, we offer a continental breakfast each morning from 7:30 to 10:30 for just £4. Don't forget, upon check-in, we require a refundable key deposit of either £10 in cash or a form of government ID.
Important information
Guests must be over the age of 18 years. Guests aged 17 or younger will not be granted entry to the property. Children are not permitted.
When booking for 5 guests or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply. A collection of individual bookings of friends/family is still classed as a group. Please contact the property directly for full terms.At Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only, guests must present a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Kindly note that at Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only, all special requests are subject to availability and may incur additional charges.
At Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only, hen, stag, or similar parties are not accepted.
Room Types
Triple Room Description, photos, price, amenities
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Room standards
- heating,
- bedside socket,
- waste bin,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- safe deposit box,
- carpeted floor
Sanitary facilities
- shared bathroom (outside the room),
- shower,
- toilet
Paid extra services
- towels/bed linen (extra charge if not standard),
- bed linen,
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels)
Accessibility for disabled guests
- upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Hostel facilities
This is a private room with a bunk bed and single bed.
Quadruple Room Description, photos, price, amenities
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Room standards
- carpeted floor,
- bedside socket,
- waste bin,
- safe deposit box,
- heating,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic)
Sanitary facilities
- shower,
- toilet,
- shared bathroom (outside the room)
Paid extra services
- towels/bed linen (extra charge if not standard),
- bed linen,
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels)
Accessibility for disabled guests
- upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Hostel facilities
This is a private room with 2 sets of bunk beds (4 single beds).
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities
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Room standards
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- carpeted floor,
- waste bin,
- heating,
- bedside socket,
- safe deposit box
Sanitary facilities
- shared bathroom (outside the room),
- shower,
- toilet
Paid extra services
- bed linen,
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
- towels/bed linen (extra charge if not standard)
Accessibility for disabled guests
- upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Hostel facilities
This dormitory has bunk beds and lockers.
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities
See photos of the Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room standards
- carpeted floor,
- bedside socket,
- safe deposit box,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- heating,
- waste bin
Sanitary facilities
- toilet,
- shower,
- shared bathroom (outside the room)
Paid extra services
- bed linen,
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
- towels/bed linen (extra charge if not standard)
Accessibility for disabled guests
- upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Hostel facilities
This dormitory has bunk beds and lockers.
Bed in 14-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities
See photos of the Bed in 14-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room standards
- safe deposit box,
- carpeted floor,
- heating,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- bedside socket,
- waste bin
Sanitary facilities
- toilet,
- shower,
- shared bathroom (outside the room)
Paid extra services
- bed linen,
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
- towels/bed linen (extra charge if not standard)
Accessibility for disabled guests
- upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Hostel facilities
This dormitory has bunk beds and lockers.
Basic Double Room with Shared Bathroom Description, photos, price, amenities
See photos of the Basic Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Room standards
- heating,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- waste bin,
- bedside socket,
- safe deposit box,
- carpeted floor
Sanitary facilities
- toilet,
- shower,
- shared bathroom (outside the room)
Paid extra services
- towels,
- bed linen,
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels)
Accessibility for disabled guests
- upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Hostel facilities
The double room provides a safe deposit box and a carpeted floor, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit provides 1 bed.
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities
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Room standards
- heating,
- waste bin,
- bedside socket,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- safe deposit box,
- carpeted floor
Sanitary facilities
- shower,
- toilet,
- shared bathroom (outside the room)
Paid extra services
- towels/bed linen (extra charge if not standard),
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
- bed linen
Accessibility for disabled guests
- upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Hostel facilities
Rooms are 12 square metres.
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities
See photos of the Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room standards
- waste bin,
- bedside socket,
- carpeted floor,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- heating,
- safe deposit box
Sanitary facilities
- shared bathroom (outside the room),
- shower,
- toilet
Paid extra services
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
- bed linen,
- towels/bed linen (extra charge if not standard)
Accessibility for disabled guests
- upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Hostel facilities
Rooms are 23 square metres.
Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities
See photos of the Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room standards
- waste bin,
- carpeted floor,
- bedside socket,
- heating,
- safe deposit box,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic)
Sanitary facilities
- shower,
- toilet,
- shared bathroom (outside the room)
Paid extra services
- bed linen,
- towels/bed linen (extra charge if not standard),
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels)
Accessibility for disabled guests
- upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Hostel facilities
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities
See photos of the Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room standards
- heating,
- bedside socket,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- safe deposit box,
- carpeted floor,
- waste bin
Sanitary facilities
- toilet,
- shower,
- shared bathroom (outside the room)
Paid extra services
- towels/bed linen (extra charge if not standard),
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
- bed linen
Accessibility for disabled guests
- upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Hostel facilities
Choose your ideal room at Castle Rock Hostel - Adults Only
Our property offers a variety of accommodation options to best suit your needs and preferences. Below you will find a list of available room types:
- Triple Room
- Quadruple Room
- Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- Bed in 14-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- Basic Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Please note that detailed availability and current prices for individual rooms will be visible after selecting your stay dates.
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Facilities and services
General property information
wi-fi throughout the property
On-site activities & leisure
billiards table, organized pub crawls, live stand-up comedy, hotel movie nights, guided walking tours, local culture tours or classes
Hotel services offered
comprehensive internet access, wireless internet (wi-fi), complimentary wi-fi access
Reception & guest support
24/7 front desk, excursion booking desk, baggage hold, secure lockers
Shared spaces for guests
communal kitchen facilities, guest lounge / tv room
Family & entertainment
selection of board games/puzzles
Cleanliness & housekeeping
guest laundry service, regular daily housekeeping
Other property amenities
smoke-free rooms, in-room heating, entirely non-smoking property, allocated smoking zone, exclusively for adults
Property safety & security
in-room safety deposit box, round-the-clock security personnel, strategically placed smoke detectors, cctv surveillance in public areas, readily available fire extinguishers
Security systems
removal of shared non-essential items (menus, magazines, etc.), comprehensive first-aid kit accessible
Social distancing guidelines
seamless contactless check-in/check-out process, secure cashless payment methods accepted, strict adherence to physical distancing guidelines, protective screens/barriers between staff and guests where needed
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
use of who-approved disinfectants effective against coronavirus, linens, towels, and laundry sanitised per local health guidelines, guest rooms disinfected thoroughly between stays, guest rooms sealed post-cleaning for safety, option to decline room cleaning services during stay
Internet access
Complimentary wi-fi property-wide! The property offers internet services with free WiFi available in all areas.
Guest parking
Details about parking facilities are not available.
Check-in, check-out, and payment policies