My mattress was a bit worn out, it had a dip.

Beautiful place! I really liked the pod, the bathrooms, the location was perfect.

Stayed in July 2025

Beds are a little hard and uncomfortable.

Within very comfortable walking distance to almost anything in edinburgh. Facilities were clean and nice. Loved the showers where you could lock the door instead of just a curtain. The sleeping pods helped with lowering noise. No waking up during the night due to others moving. Staff was super friendly.

Stayed in August 2025

The cleanliness of the toilet at night is somewhat less than during the day.

The staff at the front reception are not only friendly but also welcoming, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere right from the moment you arrive.

Stayed in August 2025

Male cleaners coming into the women's toilet at random times without knocking

every place was clean there was a place to work on line with outlets. late night snacks bed was comfortable - had light & outlets staff is cheerful and efficient lots of activities offered Central location

Stayed in August 2025

USB C charging port inside my pod didn’t work.

Very new and clean. The 8 persons female dorm I stayed in was very quiet and everyone was generally considerate and slept early. Hairdryers were provided. The pod offered sufficient privacy. Amazing location right beside St Giles Cathedral on the Royal Mile. I stayed in summer (end Aug) and there was air conditioning in the room.

Stayed in August 2025

Staff were so helpful, nothing was too much trouble! Luggage storage was 24/7, so perfect for early flights in and late flights out. Location was amazing, so close to everything. Rooms were comfortable and clean, locker was secure and easy to use, and bright and dimmer lights were available to use in each pod. Bathrooms were very clean also.

Stayed in August 2025

I had a pod in the basement, the only thing I could think of would be the lighting in the dorm itself could be optimized and maybe less doors with codes, but I do get that this part of the theme.

Great concept and very lovely Hostel experience with a bit more privacy than in an usual Hostel dorm

Stayed in August 2025

There was a guy eating for hours underneath my bed

The location was excellent

Stayed in July 2025

I think it was pretty good for a hostel so dont have anything bad to say

It was very central and loved how the staff was very friendly

Stayed in August 2025

It was expensive

Location

Stayed in July 2025

They were understaffed at the bar during busy periods

Staff were mega and the hostel is pretty new. The Courtroom, although it can sound silly the amount of beds in there, it is a humongous room, plenty of space and with two pod areas separated by a middle common area

Stayed in August 2025

At my last visit ( 2023) there was a guest kitchen, with fridge etc to store your ( labelled) food. I was only stopping for one night, and as I knew that there was a fridge there ( their website, which I checked prior to my visit, confirmed that no food was allowed in rooms, and food had to be put in fridge and labelled- anything not labelled would be removed etc etc- pretty clear rules) I brought food to eat on my train journeys too and from Edinburgh, with the intention of storing it overnight in the fridge. On arrival, I asked one of the housekeeping team, where the fridge was , to be told that there was no longer a kitchen/ fridge for guests! I mentioned that their website clearly stated that no food was allowed in the rooms - there was a fridge for guests to store clearly marked food etc etc. She acknowledged that the website still stated this, but, there was no longer a guest kitchen!! I have therefore ‘broken the rules’ by having this food in the room, and having to waste this food, as the room was so warm, I doubt that the food was safe to eat. Surely, the website should have been updated following the alteration of the property- it is now late August!! Apart from this, I still think that this is a lovely place to stay

My second stay here, both due to attending concerts at Murrayfield ( Springsteen and AC/DC) when price was main consideration as well as location. This time, prices were high all over Edinburgh due to concert and Fringe festival. Tattoo etc, but this ( just about) came within my budget. Great location for exploring Edinburgh and beyond. Friendly, helpful staff. The property had changed a bit since my last visit- the ground floor is now a bar/ taverna etc.

Stayed in August 2025

Unique experience in Edinburgh. Pods are comfy and clean. Located on the main street but remains calm. Activities are organised everyday to discover the city and meet people.

Stayed in July 2025

Due to a fire safety procedure, there was a leakage above my pod and my only pair of shoes got soaked. I was already very tired after my trip at that point and was disappointed, but the staff were very understanding and empathetic which was very comforting. They offered all possible solutions and the problem was easily solved! Very expensive, but it is understandable due to the festival in the city.

Pods were very comfortable - even though at first I felt a bit confined, you get used to it quickly. Very comfy beds and for a hostel, you get plenty of privacy. Staff is nice and great!

Stayed in August 2025

Comfy

Stayed in August 2025

Just not enough bathrooms on the floor I was located on.

I enjoyed the pods, it felt private and was perfect for a short stay. The location was also right in the center of town.

Stayed in August 2025

My overall opinion of this place is vey good and this is literally just nitpicking. The pods were a bit tight and if you moved too much you'd bang on the walls easily, which isn't too nice if someone's in the pod next to you and trying to sleep, i feel like some form of muffling would have been nice. And my cable for my headphones didn't work in the usb charger that was in the pod but there were extra plugs on the table outside the pods so it didn't matter much.

The staff was the absolute best thing about this place. I had to reschedule mid-trip and the staff was so friendly and helpful and super accommodating, especially with how messy my booking got coming from Booking.com. But a quick chat with staff and they sorted it all out for me and it was so easy. Loved that you get a door code and not a keycard. Loved the food and the prices. Loved the atmosphere and the whole place just felt safe and clean, which mattered a lot as i was traveling solo.

Stayed in August 2025

The stuff we’re friendly, everything was very tidy and the location was great

Stayed in August 2025

I loved the location, so central in the Royal Mile! The staff was super super friendly! And very convenient luggage storage.

Stayed in July 2025

Abs nothing it’s perfect

Everything and everyone

Stayed in July 2025

Everything was great. It was a bit confusing locating it on the first day. There isn’t an obvious sign from the street. Google maps says you’re there when you’re across the street, but I don’t think that’s their fault

Perfect location and the staff was great

Stayed in July 2025

Liked it all

Excellent location. Smack center on royal Mile and right next to Gilles cathedral and Mary King Close. Edinburg cathedral, Victoria street, elephant house, Holyrood castle all with a comfortable 15/20 minute walking radius. Super clean property with great staff and a great restaurant on site. Not too far from airprot bus, tram, and weaverly station. Many tours depart from right near the hostel

Stayed in August 2025

Have quiet door closure

Comfy beds and pillows - attentive & caring staff - fantastic location!

Stayed in August 2025

There aren't many amenities. There is a bar, but it's a open to the public bar where you get seated. I missed a common room where you can just chill without ordering a drink.

The beds are great. With 2 usb charger ports, a light, a shelf. Everything you need.

Stayed in August 2025