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Castle Rock Hostel

Edinburgh · Scotland

Castle Rock Hostel

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78% NOT TOO BAD
High confidence 2,890 reviews
Best in Edinburgh 3rd best in Scotland
No incentivized-review patterns detected in 2,900 analyzed reviews

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Facilities

🍳 Kitchen 👕 Laundry 🔥 BBQ 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🍳 Breakfast
Other facilities (35)
Bicycle Parking Adaptors Luggage Storage 24 Hour Reception Tours/Travel Desk Internet Access Book Exchange DVD's Board Games Pool Table Wi-Fi Recycling Bins Linen Included Reading Light Hair Dryers Towels Not Included Charging Plugs Towels For Hire Hair Dryers For Hire Security Lockers 24 Hour Security Fire Extinguishers First Aid Kits Smoke Alarms Smoke Detector Common Room Lounge Room Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Free City Maps Free WiFi Free Internet Access Free Security Lockers Free Luggage Storage Hot Showers Flexible NRR

Prices

Dorms $31 / night
Privates $162 - $201 / night

HW prices from today

Recent reviews

Ireland MALE 25-30 May 9, 2026 Atm 80%

Very nice staff and perfect location. The bed I stayed in was not particularly clean. No privacy in the dorms either, beds could benefit from having privacy curtains around them.

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Canada FEMALE 18-24 May 9, 2026 Atm 100%

Amazing location! Lot’s of things going on in the hostel and people were very nice. The bathrooms and bedrooms were spacious and pretty clean. The only thing I didn’t love was that there were no curtains on the beds but I knew that going in.

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India MALE 25-30 May 7, 2026 Atm 100%

What a place, good people and fun activities. Would recommend to anyone who would want to visit Edinburgh.

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Netherlands MALE 18-24 May 6, 2026 Atm 80%

niet normaal goede locatie en hostel zelf is ook super mooi, echt een van de beste waar ik ben geweest

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India MALE 25-30 May 5, 2026 Atm 100%

very chill vibes and amazing location. all rates are very reasonable. would love to come back

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Australia FEMALE 18-24 May 4, 2026 Atm 80%

I loved how the hostel catered to different types of people- there were both loud and quiet common spaces. The free coffee and tea was awesome too. Also, staff were great. In particular, Jordan went out of her way to give me a good coo spotting recommendation (even contacting her friend for their advice). I really appreciated that :) The bathrooms often had hair on the walls, floor and sink, but I understand that in a large hostel that can be difficult to keep on top of.

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Spain MALE 18-24 May 4, 2026 Atm 100%

Crazy good hostel. Super cool vibes and very social, they organize activities every night. The location is unbeatable, you can see the castle just in front from your window. Facilities are good and clean, rooms are confortable. Only minor complaint is the 4£ breakfast was very limited and not worth the price, the breakfast at High Street Hostel is way better.

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Netherlands MIXEDGROUP 18-24 May 3, 2026 Atm 80%

great location with a lot of effort put into things to do in the hostel itself (kitchen, cinema, music/game rooms). rooms are a bit tight, even in case of a private room, so the common spaces help with that. shower was either very cold or very hot, though. but overall a fun vibe.

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Uruguay MALE May 2, 2026 Atm 100%

Excelente Hostel!!!! De los mejores en que he estado, además de la ubicación y la limpieza, la atmósfera es de intercambio y cordialidad. Se destaca además la atención de todos los q allí trabajan!! Sin dudas, volvería nuevamente!!!!

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Italy MALE 25-30 May 2, 2026 Atm 100%

Bellissimo e staff super

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Belgium FEMALE 31-40 May 1, 2026 Atm 100%

Super! Nous avons passé une nuit dans cette auberge en dortoir de 16 personnes. Le personnel a été très agréable, le logement est propre et agréable, très bien décor. Il est possible d’y prendre le petit déjeuner pour un petit prix. Nous n’avons pas fait les activités, mais il y avait l’air d’en avoir chaque jour. En tout cas adresse que nous garderons pour un prochain passage!

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 May 1, 2026 Atm 100%

I had a fantastic stay at Castle Rock Hostel in Edinburgh. The location is unbeatable — right in the city centre, next to the castle, which makes it perfect for exploring everything on foot.I arrived quite late, around 1 a.m., and it wasn’t a problem at all. The check-in process was smooth and hassle-free. The hostel also offers a delicious breakfast that you can book in advance, which I definitely recommend.There’s always something going on: they organize various events, and there are ple...

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France MALE 25-30 Apr 30, 2026 Atm 100%

Perfect hostel Big, well equiped, clean, and in a wonderful location 4£ for the breakfast per person ;)

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Germany FEMALE 18-24 Apr 30, 2026 Atm 60%

Das Hostel hat eine super Lage. Nur die Mischung von Menschen mit verschiedenen Geschlechtern in einer Großstadt, wo gefeiert wird und Hostelgäste Alkohol getrunken haben und nachts zurückkehren, ist das Gefühl der Sicherheit für weibliche Gäste nicht 100%ig gegeben.

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Canada ALLFEMALEGROUP 25-30 Apr 30, 2026 Atm 80%

So glad we chose this place. Spectacular location, secure storage for belongings, clean and adequate lodgings. Plus great value for money! Would recommend to anyone (as long as you don’t mind stairs 😅).

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Netherlands FEMALE 25-30 Apr 29, 2026 Atm 60%

Gorgeous location and very interesting hostel design. There are little bathrooms for the amount of people on a floor, yet they are quite clean. The staff is friendly at the desk, however it’s a tight knit so it’s awkward when you have to be in the kitchen at the same time and everyone ignores you.

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Brazil FEMALE Apr 29, 2026 Atm 100%

Excelente hostel! melhor que já fui. Tudo ótimo, localização, quartos, limpeza, eventos super divertidos!

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Mexico FEMALE 25-30 Apr 28, 2026 Atm 100%

La ubicación es perfecta queda súper cerca de todo el centro de Edimburgo, el personal es muy amable y servicial, siempre atentos a lo que necesites, sin lugar a duda volvería a hospedarme aquí! 😊

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Ireland MIXEDGROUP 18-24 Apr 28, 2026 Atm 100%

It was a phenomenal stay. It is in a perfect location, the staff were lovely, the facilities were perfect. Definitely would stay again.

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 Apr 28, 2026 Atm 100%

Great Hostel to stay as a solo traveler in Edinburgh! They offer events every day (even organised multi-day trips). I met the best people and enjoyed my stay 100%, will definitely stay here again soon☺️