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Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

Property class: 2.5

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A short walk from Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile, Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. In addition to an arcade/games room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$305
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept

Room options

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A bunk bed room with a blue wall unit, a window with a view, and a wooden panel on the wall.

Double or Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a central wardrobe, and built-in lighting.

Private 4 Bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a central wardrobe, and built-in lighting.

Private 6 Bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden wardrobes, and a wooden panel wall.

Private 8 Bed Dorm

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Edinburgh, Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel is in the city centre. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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37-39 Cowgate, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1JR

What's nearby

  • A stone pathway leading to historic buildings with a castle in the background.
    Grassmarket
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A cobblestone street lined with colorful buildings, a pub named 'Squeez,' and a shop called 'Pink.'
    Victoria Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.
    Royal Mile
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A historic castle on a hill with a statue in the foreground.
    Edinburgh Castle
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Hub
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station)
    9 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop
    10 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Deacon Brodies Tavern
    4 min walk
  • Frankenstein
    2 min walk
  • The Last Drop
    2 min walk
  • Greyfriars Bobby's Bar
    3 min walk
  • Ensign Ewart
    3 min walk

About this property

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

  • Hostel remodelled in 2024 and located near Royal Mile
  • A short walk from Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street, Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and laundry facilities.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), outdoor furniture and a TV in reception
    • Multilingual staff, a vending machine and a billiards/pool table
    • Tour/ticket information, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2004
  • Renovated entire property - January 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All guests must show a valid passport or ID. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 40 per person

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately GBP 6 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel?

As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel on 17 Sept 2026 start from AU$305, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Grassmarket, Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street are also within 15 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 13 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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