Cowgate Tourist Hostel
96 Cowgate
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WE ARE READY! We recognise that the 21st century backpacker wants that little bit extra from their budget accommodation and we are always endeavouring to fulfil your high expectations. As one of Edinburgh's few 3 star hostels we are able to offer the perfect blend of security, comfort and affordability. Not to mention all the great services that you would expect from a top hostel such as, free guest internet access, wireless broadband, free tea and coffee and a free luggage storage area! A HOSTEL WITH A DIFFERENCE! Our 170 bed hostel contains 12 individually lockable apartments all fully fitted with there own toilet, shower rooms and kitchen/lounge including an oven, microwave, fridge freezer, toaster, plates, dishes, cutlery and cooking pots. An apartment sleeps between 8 and 22 people in a combination of 4 and 6 bed dorm's and twin or double rooms. That's 12 fully fitted Kitchens and 17 Shower rooms with toilets plus 12 separate private toilets!!! FANTASTIC CITY CENTER LOCATION! Our building is nestled on the historic Cowgate Street, right in the heart of Edinburgh's party and cultural district. Between Holyrood house (the seat of the Scottish parliament) and Edinburgh Castle. The Cowgate Tourist Hostel gives you the freedom to explore the cities vibrant nightlife, or relax and enjoy a peaceful afternoon wandering through Edinburgh's many museums, art gallery's and public parks. WANTING TO MAKE EDINBURGH HOME FOR A WHILE? Then come and see us about our amazing long-term rates in one of our private long-term only apartments. Our friendly staff will also happily help you find a job and get settled in this amazing city, helping you to experience the most memorable working holiday of your life. GROUP HEAVEN: Our unique layout allows us to offer private apartment hire to larger groups ensuring privacy for you and your friends. Due to the fact that we can provide separate facilities we are happy to offer group accommodation to Stag and Hen parties. Conditions apply. Book-a-bed-ahead at our hostels in Inverness and St Andrews. We have just renewed all mattresses in our hostel to guarantee a comfortable nights sleep whilst with us!!! Come Along and try for yourself! (September 07) !!!Now for January and February 2008 we are offering long term accommodation for £40.00!! WE cannot be beaten fro prices - the cheapest rates in Edinburgh! |
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| Internet Access Linen Included Towels Luggage Storage Guest Kitchen Telephone/Fax Facilities Travel Desk/Travel Info Bike Parking WiFi in lobby Web access in lobby | From Airport (by car) Get on to Glasgow Road (A8) and continue straight following signs to the city centre. When you reach the west end of Princes Street you'll see a department store called House of Fraser on your left. At the traffic lights opposite House of Fraser turn right onto Lothian Road. Take your first left onto King's Stables Road. Turn left at the junction onto the Grassmarket. Continue straight along this road to the Cowgate. Cowgate Tourist Hostel is on left of the street, opposite Three Sisters pub. From Airport (by bus) Get on the Airport Shuttle bus until it stops on 'Waverley Bridge'. Then follow the directions below from Waverley train station. From Waverley train station (on foot) Come out of Waverley train station onto Princes Street. Turn right and walk along Princes Street toward Balmoral Hotel. Turn right at Balmoral Hotel onto North Bridge. Walk towards Royal Mile/High Street. Turn right at Bella Pasta on to Royal Mile/High Street. Cross the street to Starbucks Coffee House and continue walking down hill along Blair Street at the bottom of the Blair Street turn right walk 200 meters and the Hostel will be on the right.Opposite Three Sisters pub. From bus station. Walk down St. Andrews Street and turn left and walk towards Balmoral Hotel. Turn right at Balmoral Hotel onto North Bridge. Walk towards Royal Mile/High Street. Turn right at Bella Pasta on to Royal Mile/High Street. Cross the street to Starbucks Coffee House walk down the Street next to Starbucks called Blair Street at the bottom of Blair Street turn right walk 200 meters and the Hostel will be on the right opposite Three Sisters pub. | Reception is open between 8 and 23.00. Check in is from 1400hrs and MUST be before 2300hrs. Check out is 1000hrs. NEW YEARS BOOKINGS Please note that we have minimum Three Nights stay between Dec 28th and Jan 2nd - After you make your booking we will contact you to pay your full stay in advance. - This is a non refundable booking |
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