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Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel

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

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Exterior
Private 4 Bed Dorm
Bar (on property)
Staircase
Billiards

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$337
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct

Explore the area

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37-39 Cowgate, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1JR
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in a Dorm Room for 6 People

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in a Dorm Room for 8 People

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Private 6 Bed Dorm

Private 6 Bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in a Dorm Room for 4 People

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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One Bed in a Dorm Room for 30 People

One Bed in a Dorm Room for 30 People

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 15 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Private 4 Bed Dorm

Private 4 Bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin 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
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

About the area

Edinburgh

Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel places you in the centre of Edinburgh, steps from Grassmarket and within a short 5-minute stroll of University of Edinburgh. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .The hostel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 9:00 AM and noon. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this Old Town Edinburgh hostel include Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile.
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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 (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Knoops - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Frankenstein - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Bow Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Elephant House Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Finnegan's Wake - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Kick Ass Greyfriars - 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. There's an onsite business centre.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room are also featured at Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel.

This Edinburgh hostel is smoke free.

  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • 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
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel offers 43 accommodations. This Edinburgh hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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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 9:00 AM to noon for a fee: GBP 5 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • 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

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)

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 5 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 and debit 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, Mastercard, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • 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

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

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

Kick Ass Greyfriars - 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 Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel?

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel on 2 Oct 2025 start from NZ$337.40, 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 Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel?

The closest beach to Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel is Portobello Beach (5.2 km).

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

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

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

Sure does, local cuisine brekkie is offered daily between 9:00 AM and noon.

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

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

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

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

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

No, pets are not allowed.