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Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

2.5 star property
Adults-only hostel with bar/lounge, near Edinburgh Castle

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Private 4 Bed Dorm | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
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In the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel offers a vibrant retreat. Explore the nearby Grassmarket and St. Giles' Cathedral, or unwind in the garden with a coffee from the on-site cafe.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Arcade/game room
  • Snack bar/deli
$125 nightly
The total price is $150
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total includes taxes and fees

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

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Private 6 Bed Dorm | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 6 Bed Dorm

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  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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One Bed in a Dorm Room for 4 People

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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One Bed in a Dorm Room for 4 People (Female Only)

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One Bed in a Dorm Room for 30 People | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in a Dorm Room for 30 People

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8 Bed Dorm

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Private 4 Bed Dorm | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4 Bed Dorm

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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One Bed in a Dorm Room For 10 People

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  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

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37-39 Cowgate, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1JR

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Royal Mile - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Princes Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 26 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 20 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 13 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪La Barantine Victoria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪George IV Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bertie’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Bow Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Finnegan's Wake - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Grassmarket and University of Edinburgh. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 13 minutes.

Languages

Czech, English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 43 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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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
    • All guests must show a valid passport or ID. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 18
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 9:00 AM–noon
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Pool table

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/game room
  • Lockers available
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: GBP 40 per person

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 5 to 10 per person

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Budget Backpackers Hostel Edinburgh
Budget Backpackers Edinburgh
Budget Backpackers
Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+ hostel)
Kick Ass Greyfriars Adults Only Hostel
Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel and nearby?

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel has an arcade and a garden.

What's the area around Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel like?

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 10-minute walk from Princes Street Tram Stop and 7 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Castle.

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Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Even though this was a "hostel", but it really exceeded our expecations. Room we got was quite big. The only complaint I had was the mattress had some hard bumps, it almost felt like it was upside down.
Tianlai, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent customer service, friendly and welcoming staff. Cleanliness was on point, shower and toilet facilities were cleaned very regularly and were spotless.
Mackenzie, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff

I did not get to stay due to a card issue but they service was great on 2 MAY 2025. Great staff. They were very kind.
Honie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable, great location.

I am a senior male travelling Solo from Toronto, Canada - here on an annual 1 month holiday I take, since early retirement. This year I visited UK for my first time. Edinburgh was the last part of my 1 month exploring UK, and Kick Ass Greyfriars was an exceptional accommodation. Staff were great, lodging very comfortable, I suggest buying their breakfast. I will recommend this hostel.
Stephen, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location & clean rooms
Hillary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel
Karla, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Basic but great!

Convenient location, helpful staff, good bar, basic rooms but all you need!
Karen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything was very good except the bathroom and showers, they are very few.
DIDIER, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here. As a solo female traveler I felt incredibly safe and appreciated how you had to badge through each area to get to your room. The entire place was very clean and spacious, bathrooms included. The bar below served well priced drinks and was a great place to meet people. I would absolutely stay here next time I come back to Edinburgh!
Alyssa, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The Hostel is in a great walkable area near Grassmarket Edinburgh. Lots of local pubs and shops within blocks. Great location. Compared to another hostel I stayed at in Glasgow, the Kick Ass had clean bathrooms, usable showers with good pressure & hot water. Having a pub downstairs with food was quick and convenient. Overall, a great and affordable place to stay if you dont mind bunking with other travelers. Everyone was nice and respectful in the dorms. No issues at all.
Alexandro, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very suitable for solo travel. It is at the center of the city and you literally can walk anywhere you want to go ie grassmarket, old town, Edinburgh castle, etc.
Paolo Gio, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It had a very lively atmosphere. Staff was very amazing and friendly helped us find best local places for food. Night was the best part of this place as they organized Karaoke and chill night which made it easy to interact with people and have fun. Even though we were party of 5, making new connections is always fun. The room and toilets were very clean. If I visit Edinburgh again this would be my stay to place.
DISHA, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, common amenities and rooms are super clean and modern..great vibes overall Cons: wifi super slow in rooms, spring mattresses are highly uncomfortable
UJJAWAL, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hostel, good social areas and comfy beds and thick duvets (needed in this weather) - only thing is the showers were not well designed (needed somewhere to put your stuff in the cabin otherwise you had to put on the ground)
Bertrand, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A good first experience for a hostel accommodation. Would be using again if needed.
Priscilla, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very helpful.
Stephen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

100 mark hostel

Friendly environment and good kitchen Great location in old town of Edinburgh
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place for a short or long stay. Lobe the vibe with the social area. 30 bed dorm was pretty well laid out, quirky. Comfortable beds, and quiet for getting a good sleep too!
Mark, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

THIF

This is a hostel in the red district and I am aware that it is an cult place to stay. We are there for a night to sleep and it was comfortable.
Renz Myron D, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Fine for a night

Basic but pleasant enough hostel. Friendly staff. Overpriced but the location is good.
Ciaran, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I really enjoyed my stay at kickass hostel. I dont usually stay in hostels but kickass definitely changed my views. The staff were all so helpful and kind, the rooms were clean. They had showers and bathrooms in almost every corner and it was always so clean. They have laundry room and lockers services which I found so convinent. I would highly recommend Kick Ass hostels and would definitely stay here again.
M, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Dodgy area
Isabella, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great hostel! Had a good meeting point and very positive competent personell! A plastic matt in the mens toilet and fixing of the lockers would make it perfect! Good luck with that! Wish you a great summer!
Carl-Johan, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Party place

Place was very noisy and beds were mediocre. Host were nice and helpful. In center of nightlife.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

An optimus stay

Excelent experience, located in an excelet point of the old city. Great atendance.
The bar and breakfast place
Combi bar always clean.
Lugagge store. Plenty of space.
José Gabriel, 4-night trip