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Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

2.5 star property
Adults-only hostel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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Lounge
POD BED in 8 Bed Dorm
Interior detail
Lounge
Front of property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct

Explore the area

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2 West Port, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2JA
  • Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Princes Street
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Private 6 bed dorm with Shared Bathroom

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 6 bed dorm with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

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

View all photos for One Bed in a Dorm Room for 8 People

Free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in a Dorm Room for 8 People

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for One Bed in a Dorm Room for 6 People

Free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in a Dorm Room for 6 People

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Private 8 bed dorm with Shared Bathroom

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8 bed dorm with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

View all photos for One Bed in a Dorm Room for 6 People Ensuite

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 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for One bed in a Quad Dorm Room Ensuite

Free WiFi, bed sheets

One bed in a Quad Dorm Room Ensuite

Highlights

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

View all photos for POD BED in 22 Bed Dorm

Free WiFi, bed sheets

POD BED in 22 Bed Dorm

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for POD BED in 20 Bed Dorm

Free WiFi, bed sheets

POD BED in 20 Bed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

POD BED in 16 Bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin 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)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for One Bed in a Dorm Room For 12 People

Free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in a Dorm Room For 12 People

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

View all photos for One Bed in a Dorm Room For 10 People

One Bed in a Dorm Room For 10 People

One Bed in a Dorm Room For 10 People

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Beds

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

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

View all photos for POD BED in 8 Bed Dorm

Free WiFi, bed sheets

POD BED in 8 Bed Dorm

Highlights

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

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Double or Twin Room

Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel places you steps from Grassmarket and within a 10-minute stroll of Edinburgh Castle. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .The hostel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning local cuisine breakfast is served between 7 AM and 11 AM. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Old Town Edinburgh hostel include Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh.
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What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Princes Street - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Royal Mile - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Fiddler's Arms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The White Hart Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

Adults-only hostel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, an arcade/games room, and multilingual staff are also featured at Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel.

This Edinburgh hostel is smoke free.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel offers 25 accommodations. This Edinburgh hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

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  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee: GBP 3 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 40 per person

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately GBP 3 to 10 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel?

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel?

As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel on 2 Oct 2025 start from NZ$221.28, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel?

The closest beach to Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel is Portobello Beach (5.5 km).

Is Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel family-friendly?

No, Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel is an adults-only property.

Does Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, local cuisine brekkie is offered daily from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel?

No, Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

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

No, pets are not allowed.

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 242 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vania, Peshastin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location! Clean. Wonderful staff. Will return for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lina

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly. The water temperature on level 2 showers was beyond inhumane. At least 40+ Celsius. Showered on level 2 were better since you could adjust the temperature. There weren’t lifts so had to take my 20kg luggage to the 3rd floor. Staff were really friendly, toilets were generally clean. The top of bunk beds were disgustingly dirty. Dust accumulated for years probably. Ventilation on the room was poor and inside the cubicle as well making it hard to sleep
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

McGerby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Toilet and shower areas are always clean. Pod gives you just the amount of privacy. Storages are enough to accommodate both personal and carry on luggages. If there's one thing I would suggest is an option to rent or have an AC or Fan in the Pod it's the only uncomfy part of staying there for me but overall everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked the pod and it was perfect. Had my own locker and it was comfortable. Staff was amazing and friendly. Location was amazing and it was a great value
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kin Chung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is good, capsule room is safe with high privacy, bathroom and toilet facilities are in well condition, highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nadim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Here's my honest review: The pros: + The emplacement: How convenient it was it's right in the heart of Edinburg, you can walk to all the cool spots nearby. I highly enjoyed that. + The staff: There were all really cool, grateful to all of them. + The decoration: How cool they've made it for an urban hostel. + The price: Very convenient. + Private bathrooms + showers. + Awesome breakfast: Highly recommend to take the added option, it had a sweet selection and the cost was great too! The cons: No elevator: If you are in the third floor like I was with a luggage, get ready to do some stairs. The above pods: If you have a place in the upper parts, you will have to climb, just to be aware. Moving toilet floor: I had the impression that floor was moving, I think it was because it was the movement of the car from the street below. Thank you for having made my trip a great one!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and property. Great vibe.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Conveniently located
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yu

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hostel! Very lovely and good location and facilities wise as well, pretty economical and safe, would love to visit again! Cheers
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

HARD NO!!!

Everything about this hostel was awful. From the experience at check in all the way until check out. They don't tell you there is no lift, so if you have a suitcase be prepared to schlep it of several lights upstairs. The guys at the front desk were rude and uncaring. Any requests were met with rolling eyes, and they acted like it was a huge imposition. The bunk beds had zero privacy. A few were up against the wall, but the rest were in the middle of the room with no curtains. You got a single duvet, and I'd be shocked if they were washed in-between guests, no sheet was offered as a barrier. ALL showers and bathrooms are co-ed, with the exception of one toilet on each floor. When i came back from dinner one evening around 9:45, everyone in my dorm was already aleep with lights out. It made it extremely difficult to get my things out of my locker with no light, and so I didn't shower or even brush my teeth that night as I didn't want to disturb anyone, because the door was ridiculously loud. And the lockers don't have locks, so if you don't have one, you'll have to buy one from the front desk. Other hostels I've been too are locked with your keycard. If you aren't checked out by 10am, they lock you out of the room, and then you have to go all the way back downstairs to get them to unlock it, again, lots more eye-rolling, and they give you a WHOPPING extra 10 minutes before you're locked out again! Stay here if you want to be treated like you're attending Summer Camp!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cicely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Emmanuel B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Levi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

marcus

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for meeting people if you really want to. But if you're not into meeting people it's a nice place to stay at too
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Ameer

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Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ERIC

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana Karina

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guilherme Weber, Rockville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. I liked a lot of. I will stay there once again next time going to Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hostel

Great place , great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024