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Castle Rock Hostel
2 stars

Castle Rock Hostel

15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
+44 131 225 9666
From
$81
Cheapest

rate per night

8.6
Great

based on 3,122 reviews

Castle Rock Hostel
Sun 5/5
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Mon 5/6
Room type
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Nightly total
Double room
Standard room

About Castle Rock Hostel

  • Hostel Room
    An affordable stay with shared facilities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free

The Castle Rock Hostel is situated just underneath the famed castle in Edinburgh, Scotland. The location is prime for getting around all this well-known city has to offer. The hostel offers areas for socializing and mingling with others who are on trips in the area too.

Guests at the hostel can choose from 43 shared rooms. There are mixed dorms and women-only dorms. This is the perfect environment for young travelers who want to meet people and see the world on a budget. Rooms have shared bathrooms with showers. There is free WiFi throughout the Castle Rock Hostel. Guests can request a hairdryer if needed.

This hostel has a kitchen that guests share. Meals can be made there. In the morning there is a continental breakfast laid out that guests can pay a small fee for. There are hundreds of restaurants within less than a mile of this property. A few travelers can try are Tupiniquim Brasil Crepes, Makars Gourmet Mash Bar, L’Etoile Salon de Tea, and Colonnades at The Signet Library.

The atmosphere of Castle Rock Hostel sets the tone for travelers to want to hang out together. There are sitting areas with pool tables. There’s a Groove Lounge for listening to music. There’s an outdoor patio with picnic tables. There’s even the posh lounge where guests can sit surrounded by lavish décor and read a book next to a large fireplace or surf the web at a large table. Places of interest outside the hostel include The Royal Mile, the Scotch Whisky Experience, Edinburgh Castle, and St. Giles’ Cathedral.

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Latest deals for Castle Rock Hostel

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Castle Rock Hostel

  • Adults only
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safe
  • No smoking
  • Smoke alarms

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Heating
  • Trash cans

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Adults only
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

General

  • Lockers
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • Tour desk
  • 24hr front desk

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed

Dining

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Shared kitchen

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool table

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Reviews of Castle Rock Hostel

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

8.6
Very goodBased on 3,122 verified guest reviews
8.5Families
8.7Solo
8.6Friends
8.4Couples

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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Lovely hostel, great showers, clean room, excellent social spaces. 10/10. Would have stayed longer if I had the time.
Cons:Breakfast was a bit weak for £1.50
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9.4 Wonderful
Pros:It was great all around. Well structured, hospitable, and affordable
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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:the bed was the comfiest hostel bed i've been in so far, facilities are great and clean, awesome pub crawl and dancing nights, nice staff, and really awesome huge place. Oh and it's fantastic that they have a laundry service!
Cons:not really any diwnsides

Location

15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Castle220 yd
  • National Library Of Scotland285 yd
  • Greyfriars Kirk350 yd
  • Greyfriar's Bobby368 yd
  • Princes Street Gardens376 yd
  • St Giles' Cathedral384 yd
  • Real Mary King's Close414 yd
  • National Gallery of Scotland423 yd
  • National Museum of Scotland0.3 mi
  • Scott Monument0.3 mi
  • Waverley Mall0.3 mi
  • The Royal Mile0.4 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:30 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Castle Rock Hostel

Low season

December

High season

October

Average price (weeknight)

$25

Average price (weekend night)

$28
Cheapest month to stay with an average 44% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 137% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Castle Rock Hostel

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Top tips for your stay at Castle Rock Hostel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Castle Rock Hostel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in December and May.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Castle Rock Hostel, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Castle Rock Hostel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $26, while the most expensive was $26.
  • How long should you stay at Castle Rock Hostel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Castle Rock Hostel

  • Where is Castle Rock Hostel located?

    Castle Rock Hostel is located at 15 Johnston Terrace in Old Town, 0.3 miles from the center of Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle is the closest landmark to Castle Rock Hostel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Castle Rock Hostel?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 10:30 AM at Castle Rock Hostel.

  • Does Castle Rock Hostel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Castle Rock Hostel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Castle Rock Hostel from the airport?

    Castle Rock Hostel is 6.5 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Castle Rock Hostel is 35.3 miles from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Castle Rock Hostel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Castle Rock Hostel in Edinburgh and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Castle Rock Hostel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Castle Rock Hostel.

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Good to know

Value for money

9.1

Distance to city center

0.3 mi

Nearest Airport

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Distance to airport

6.8 mi