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37 -39 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JR, Scotland
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jacksonjack007   1 contribution
British Columbia
Nov 2, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

Great location, friendly staff, free pub crawl and walking tour, clean bathrooms, hot showers. Great price, Fab city, what more do you need? more

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4 of 5 stars
bria1608   20 contributions
Ottawa
Nov 2, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

The staff at this hostel were always friendly. The rooms were standard with bunk beds and lockers. The bathrooms were clean, and had shower stalls and toilet stalls. One of the girls bathrooms had shower stalls with nowhere to put your stuff besides on the floor outside the stall (in the middle of the bathroom). That was a little inconvenient.... more

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4 of 5 stars
Crumble22   1 contribution
Oct 28, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

Good overall. Small faults are, no Wi Fi. Only one cloths washing and drying machine for entire hostel (had to wait a long time) Beds a bit short, Most of their kitchens are locked at 10pm. On the positive side, clean, good location, Good facilities, helpful staff, several tours are organised by the hostel it’s self. Oh and a fair... more

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4 of 5 stars
LaLaLauraLondon   3 contributions
London
Oct 12, 2009 | Trip type: Family

This hostel was excellent value for money. On the first night we were in a room across the road directly above the pub. As we found this too noisy we asked to be moved. They were happy to shuffle things around for us ang give us a quiet room at the back of the main building with no fuss. The... more

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5 of 5 stars
BenjaminLeith   1 contribution
Oct 11, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

If you want somewhere to sleep, I thoroughly recommend here. more

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4 of 5 stars
B0S0XGirl   24 contributions
Stoneham, Massachusetts
Sep 28, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

Our first impression of this hostel is "Wow, this is great!". It did not disappoint. The staff were friendly and very helpful with our non-stop questions. We had a twin private room which was quite spacious. No towels were provided to be sure to pack those! The hostel in general was very clean and well-kept, including the bathroom & showers.... more

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4 of 5 stars
ilovethenortheast   1 contribution
North East England
Sep 22, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

Loved this hostel. Booked a twin room, but got a bunk bed with a double on the bottom, which was an unexpected bonus. The hostel is split over two buildings - our room was in the separate building, which looked like a disused warehouse from the outside. But don't be fooled by it, because inside it's exactly the same as... more

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4 of 5 stars
fijose   1 contribution
fijose
Sep 21, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

I was in a room of 6 (3 Bunks) with 5 other friends. Room was clean and everyone had their own locker. Room entry was via a plastic security door key. Nothing got stolen but I still would lock my suitcase. We had breakfast everyday. It consisted of a range of cereals, breads and croissants. Again, it was cheap and... more

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4 of 5 stars
JimboAustralia   9 contributions
Australia
Aug 2, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

This is the best hostel I have seen. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable, they also have free city walking tours and pub tours. Rooms are clean and tidy as are the bathrooms. Breakfast is 2euros and is great value. Hostel is in a great area for a great price - highly rated. more

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LaurenR2   40 contributions
Hampton, Virginia
Jul 15, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

What a smart way to start your trip! Check in to your hostel, drop off your bags and then a two hour guided tour by an outgoing young person. We shared a room for six with strangers, but there were lockers and keys for every door. Even the door from the lobby to the upstairs was locked to that added... more

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