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Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

2.5 star property
Adults-only hostel with bar/lounge, near Edinburgh Castle
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Lounge
Lounge
Bar (on property)
Interior detail
Front of property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

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
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Arcade/games room
  • Computer station
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (4)

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Arcade/games room
  • Snack bar/deli
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 6 bed dorm with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in a Dorm Room for 8 People

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in a Dorm Room for 6 People

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8 bed dorm with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in a Dorm Room for 6 People Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

One bed in a Quad Dorm Room Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

POD BED in 22 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 11 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

POD BED in 20 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

POD BED in 16 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

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One Bed in a Dorm Room For 12 People (Female Only)

One Bed in a Dorm Room For 12 People (Female Only)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in a Dorm Room For 12 People

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

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One Bed in a Dorm Room For 10 People

One Bed in a Dorm Room For 10 People

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in a Dorm Room for 8 People (Female Only)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

POD BED in 8 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Double or Twin Room

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
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About the area

Map
2 West Port, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2JA

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 7 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk
  • Princes Street - 12 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 14 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 16 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 15 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 17 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Biddy Mulligans - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Princes Street and Royal Mile are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is close by: Princes Street Tram Stop is only 11 minutes on foot.

Languages

Czech, English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 25 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
    • For more details, 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 cots (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 on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–11 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

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

Facilities

  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/games room
  • Lockers available
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

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 3 to 10 per person

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher 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. Cash is not accepted.
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

Kick Ass Hostel Edinburgh
Kick Ass Edinburgh
Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+ hostel)
Kick Ass Grassmarket Adults Only Hostel
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kick Ass Grassmarket - 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kick Ass Grassmarket - 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 Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel and nearby?
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel has an arcade.
What's the area around Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel like?
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel is a short 7-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle and 7 minutes' walk from University of Edinburgh.

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Good place to stay
One of the best hostels we have stayed in. We had a private room, which was large and we had plenty of room. The staff were helpful and friendly. The location was fantastic, in the middle of the city centre. Unfortunately, it is an old building and sound travels around it. Our room was next to a door and we could hear it banging closed all night as others moved around the hostel. The hostel does supply free ear plugs, which helped somewhat. That being said it isna lovely old building with some clear history.
3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

ERIC, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel
Great place , great location
Ryan, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good hostel, clean and well located
Alain, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ashley, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very good location, nice and clean bed to sleep. Bathrooms were also super solid.
Ashton, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Hunter Rae, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Unimpressive facilities. Shower and bathrooms left much to be desired. Bedding was thin and poor quality. Pods trapped heat and became very warm.
Jordan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Good value for money.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Molly G., 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The rooms stunk of BO
Sabrina, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Geneva, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Debra, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

6-night trip
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6/10 Good

Eric, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Matthew, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

As far as hostels go, this one was premier. The staff are fantastic, the bathrooms were kept immaculate and plenty of facilities. The beds are comfortable and the rooms are spacious. I stayed in an 8 bed dorm and it was perfect from the view to the company. Theres a lounge area and breakfast has a great selection. Very central location and in walking distance from everything youd be doing in Edinburgh. I was extremely impressed. Thankyou kick ass hostels for a great base to recharge between hiking and touring. Ill definitely be back!
Nuala, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

I really enjoyed my stay at this hostel. The bed was comfy and clean, the room was spacious and updated with usb plugs for each bed. The location was top notch, near a bunch of restaurants, cafes, bars, and a supermarket. The only negative was the bathroom. There was mold growing on the ceiling in the shower areas and the walls of the toilets were covered in unknown substances by other dirty guests.
Laney, 6-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A great family trip in Edinburg
Next time we visit Edinburgh, this is where we will stay. Granted: this is a Hostel, not a hotel. But... it's truly great. My grandson and I shared a private room for two. the cleanliness and security of the place are excellent. Staff are friendly. The location is unbeatable. The little square that it is on directly is very nice, with a great bar / restaurant right across the street. And it is just a few hundred meters from the Royal Mile and very convenient to the Waverly rail station so it is wasy to get to and from the airport. We had an utterly fantastic time in Edinburgh and everyone at KickAss Hostel was very friendly. The breakfast is fine. It's consistent enough from day to day that there comes a point where it's not necessarily exciting, but as breakfasts included with a stay it is far better than average. We were on our first trip to Scotland and in retrospect there are two things I would do differently. Pur basic trip was start in Edinburg, train up to Inverness, train to Glasgow, and then train back to a hotel nearer the airport the night before our flight out. I would in retrospect change two things. We stayed overnight two nights in Glasgow. That was more time then Glasgow requires IMHO. If I had to do it over again we would have just had our southern part of the stay all in Edinburgh and we would have made Glasgow a day trip. The Hostel could use a couple of more washer/dryers for laundry. But on the whole: this was just fantastic.
craig, 3-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Not going back
Tanner, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Muhammad Haadi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Katherine, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Parisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This was the first Hostel I have ever stayed in and i was pleased with it. The staff was great which I was very thankful for after a long day of travel. Would definitely recommend.
Jeremiah, 1-night trip
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