High Street Hostel
8 Blackfriars Street
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| High Street Hostel is Edinburgh's original independent backpackers hostel, (open since 1985). Located in the heart of Edinburgh's old town just off the historical Royal Mile, (midway between Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace). The 400yr old building offers lots of character as well as offering a fun chilled out atmosphere for the weary traveller. Located centrally we are only 5-10 minutes from the Edinburgh castle, Princes Street, Waverley train Station, the bus station, Holyrood Palace and the Grassmarket. The City's wonderful night life also just round the corner. Your room is cleaned daily, with a personal locker in most rooms including a safe for your piece of mind. Otherwise you have access to the receptions 24 hour safe. Our large self-catering kitchen is well stocked with everything you might need. We have free wi-fi in our reception lounge, and internet access for a small charge. Our large lounge area enables you to sit and relax, chat with the travellers, or even have a game of pool. Our friendly staff are always willing to answer questions about things to do in and around Edinburgh and Scotland. We are also able to help you book accommodation in one of our other hostels throughout Scotland. We are a Macbackpackers tour pick up and sale point. Please note that our Check in time is not until 2pm, however you are most welcome to drop your bags off earlier and still use our facilities. FREE,FREE FREE- Walking tour (Everyday) - WI-FI - Pub crawl (Thursday's) - Evening movie - Lockers in rooms (£10 deposit) - Bike storage - Tea, coffee & hot chocolate - All bedding - Use of kitchen - Advice on things to do in and around Edinburgh & Scotland - Hairdriers free to use HERE ARE SOME OTHER THINGS WE OFFER FOR A SMALL CHARGE. - Laundry service £2.50 - Breakfast £1.90 - Longterm luggage storage £4 MTH - Join us on our burger nights run every Friday and Sunday evening - Pool competition Sunday afternoon £0.50 entry fee with a first prize to be won - Friday night Burger night CARBON NEUTRAL - ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY. twelve years ago we bought A 75+ hectaire woodland that absorbs more than the total CO2 emissions from fuel used in our hostel and also the other properties in our small MacBackpackers hostel and bus co chain. We also try our best to re-cycle everything (with your help) and our electricity is all sourced from renewable non-nuclear supplies. Stay with us for a great holiday and minimal environmental impact!!!!Scottish owned, Backpacker run. No hidden charges If you want to make a booking for more than 6 people we ask you to please contact us directly beforehand. Please no Stag or Hen parties. MINIMUM AGE TO STAY IN OUR HOSTEL IS 18 YEARS OLD Please note that our bathrooms are unisex. HIGH ST HOSTEL HELPING BACKPACKERS SLEEP TOGETHER SINCE 1985 :) Please note cancellation is 48hours prior to 10.30am on the day of arrival. |
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| Internet Access Bicycle Hire Linen Included Towels Security Lockers Luggage Storage Guest Kitchen Telephone/Fax Facilities 24 hour reception Travel Desk/Travel Info Common Room Bike Parking Breakfast Not Included WiFi in lobby Web access in lobby Breakfast | We are located on Blackfriars Street, just off High Street on the Royal Mile. From Waverley Bridge (with Princes Street behind you) walk up Cockburn Street turn left and this will bring you to High Street turn . Across the road you will find Blackfriars Street. | High Street Hostel is Edinburgh's original independant backpackers hostel, (open since 1985). Located in the heart of Edinburgh's old town just off the historical Royal Mile, (midway between Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace). The 400yr old building offers lots of character as well as offering a fun chilled out atmosphere for the weary traveller. Located centrally we are only 5-10 minutes from the Edinburgh castle, Princes Street, Waverley train Station, the bus station, Holyrood Palace and the Grassmarket. The City's wonderful night life also just round the corner. Your room is cleaned daily, with a personal locker in most rooms including a safe for your piece of mind. Otherwise you have access to the receptions 24 hour safe. Our large self-catering kitchen is well stocked with everything you might need. We have free wi-fi in our reception lounge, and internet access for a small charge. Our large lounge area enables you to sit and relax, chat with ther travellers, or even have a game of pool. Our friendly staff are always willing to answer questions about things to do in and around Edinburgh and Scotland. We are also able to help you book accommodation in one of our other hostels throughout Scotland. We are a Macbackpackers tour pickup and sale point. Please note that our Check in time is not until 2pm, however you are most welcome to drop your bags off earlier and still use our facilities. FREE,FREE FREE- Walking tour (Everyday) - WI-FI - Pub crawl (Thursday's) -Evening movie -Lockers in rooms (£10 deposit) -Bike storage -Tea, coffee & hot chocolate -All bedding -Use of kitchen -Advice on things to do in and around Edinburgh & Scotland HERE ARE SOME OTHER THINGS WE OFFER FOR A SMALL CHARGE. -Laundry service £2.50 -Breakfast £1.90 -Longterm luggage storage £4 MTH -Join us on our burger nights run every Friday and Sunday evening -Pool competition Sunday afternoon £0.50 entry fee with a first prize to be won CARBON NEUTRAL - ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY. twelve years ago we bought A 75+ hectaire woodland that absorbs more than the total CO2 emissions from fuel used in our hostel and also the other properties in our small MacBackpackers hostel and bus co chain. We also try our best to re-cycle everything (with your help) and our electricity is all sourced from renewable non-nuclear supplies. Stay with us for a great holiday and minimal environmental impact!!!!Scottish owned, Backpacker run. No hidden charges If you want to make a booking for more than 6 people we ask you to please contact us directly beforehand. Please no Stag or Hen parties. MINIMUM AGE TO STAY IN OUR HOSTEL IS 18 YEARS OLD Please note that the bathrooms are unisex. Cancellation is 48hrs prior to 10.30am on the day of arrival. HIGH ST HOSTEL HELPING BACKPACKERS SLEEP TOGETHER SINCE 1985 :) |
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