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Royal Mile Backpackers

Hostel · St. Leonard's ·

Royal Mile Backpackers

Hostel · St. Leonard's ·
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The 7 Best Hostels in Edinburgh (Updated 2025)

"This laid-back, classic backpacker joint has chill common areas, a small library, regular social events (pub crawls, Scottish dancing lessons), free coffee and tea, and a tour desk for day trips. There’s a simple breakfast for £3 and a handy perk of free travel adapters; beds are simple wooden bunks but include individual reading lights, outlets, and lockers (no curtains). Bathrooms can be a bit cramped but showers have good water pressure and everything is kept clean, so overall it feels homey and comfortable." - Matthew Kepnes

https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/best-hostels-edinburgh/

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Social hostel with free Wi-Fi, tours, pub crawls, and clean dorms

central location
friendly staff
clean facilities
cozy atmosphere
free tea and coffee
small hostel
helpful staff
good value
Google Rating
4.5 (587)
Yelp Rating
3.0
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105 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1SG, United Kingdom Get directions

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Social hostel with free Wi-Fi, tours, pub crawls, and clean dorms

central location
friendly staff
clean facilities
cozy atmosphere
free tea and coffee
small hostel
helpful staff
good value
Google Rating
4.5 (587)
Yelp Rating
3.0
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105 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1SG, United Kingdom Get directions

Free Wi-Fi
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