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Royal Mile Backpackers

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Royal Mile Backpackers, 105 High Street, Edinburgh -(888) 323-5826
Area: Edinburgh Old Town - High Street
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4.2
HOTEL RATING: 
VERY GOOD
4.2 out of 5 (1146 Ratings)
0.8 miles Usher Hall Edinburgh
v7 mins driving
t16 mins walking
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Hotel Description
Five minutes' walk from Edinburgh Station and less than 10 minutes from Edinburgh Castle Royal Mile Backpackers enjoys a central location surrounded by bars cafés and restaurants. The small and cozy hostel features free WiFi and knowledgeable staff to tell you about the Scottish capital and assist with tour bookings. Mixed and female dormitories have bunk beds and lockers and guests can make use of laundry services hairdryers and adapters. Luggage storage is available at the property. Bicycle storage is available at the High Street Hostel just across the road. There is both a female-only and mixed bathroom with hot showers and toilets. The property's comfy lounge with fireplace is the perfect place to socialize. You can buy a continental breakfast at Royal Mile Backpackers and enjoy free tea coffee and hot chocolate. The kitchen and dining area is open 24 hours a day and you can make use of discount vouchers for local food retailers. Close to the university this hostel is a little over 10 minutes' walk from the huge Holyrood Park home of Arthur's Seat. Grassmarket and Princes Street are both 6-8 minutes away.

Check-in time: 15:00   Check-out time: 10:30
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Amenities View More
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Free Internet
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Non Smoking
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Free Breakfast
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Free Parking
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Business Center
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Airport Shuttle
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Pets Allowed
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Accessible
Other Amenities
` Heating
` Shared kitchen
` Shared lounge/TV area
` Adult only
` Free Wi-Fi
` Live entertainment
` Daily Housekeeping
` Convenience Store
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Board games/puzzles
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` Process in place to check health of guests
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Invoices
` All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
` Contactless check-in/out
` Audible alarm
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Laundry services
` Luggage storage & lockers
` Non-smoking property
` Tour services
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas

Royal Mile Backpackers Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Very Good (4.2 out of 5)

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5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Colleen Mon, 18 August 2025

Exceptional

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Anonymous Sun, 17 August 2025

Perfect location in the centre...

Liked: Perfect location on the Royal Mile. The reception staff were excellent. Really comfortable bed and overall excellent value for money.
Disliked: A bit noisy with a band playing at the bar next door

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Omer Fri, 15 August 2025

Satisfactory.

Liked: They are very organized, and it’s good to know that the staff there are volunteering. Their check-in card provided me with discounts at various pubs around the Royal Mile.
Disliked: The place is a bit too small.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Shubhangar Wed, 13 August 2025

Exceptional

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Louise Sun, 10 August 2025

Exceptional

Liked: Great social hostel in the centre of Edinburgh, close to bars and restaurants. Beds were comfortable enough. Lots of activities to participate in.
Disliked: No curtains around the bed

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Adi Sat, 9 August 2025

Great value for money in...

Liked: My friend and I were wanting cheap accommodation in Edinburgh, and you can't get more value for money then backpacker accommodation. Located on the Royal Mile so a fantastic location to explore cental Edinburgh. Royal Mile Backpackers organize lots of activities for guests, so if you're travelling on your own, would be a great way to meet people.
Disliked: I'm not sure if they had the option of smaller dorm rooms. By the time I booked there was only mixed 8 bed dorms available. Or maybe I'm just getting too old / fussy to stay in a backpacker - I did turn 60 this year! Although it was noisy being on the Royal Mile, I found the street noise to be oddly hypnotic. I can't say the same for the snoring - but then, I probably snored too!

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Vijay Thu, 7 August 2025

Exceptional

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Ball Thu, 7 August 2025

Pleasant

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Chris Mon, 4 August 2025

I wanted a bed after...

Liked: Location is superb staff were nice and for about £30 for the night, it was pretty good.
Disliked: Nothing

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Lorena Mon, 4 August 2025

Superb

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Royal Mile Backpackers 105 High Street, Edinburgh