Castle Rock Hostel
Castle Rock Hostel is one of the famous MacBackpackers hostels in Edinburgh, and it is not just trying to lure you with its name, it really is just at the base of the hill which has Edinburgh Castle at its top – you can see the castle from the hostel windows. Even though the hostel is centrally located close to both the city’s sights and nightlife, however, it is also on a quiet street so the noise level at night does not keep you from sleeping.
The rooms at Castle Rock Hostel are all dorms, either mixed or female only, and the rates are fantastic. You might not find much privacy here, but the hostel encourages a social atmosphere so you will certainly make new friends. Castle Rock Hostel also boasts a patio garden and a movie room with a big screen – more places to hang out with other guests.
Some of the amenities you will find at Castle Rock Hostel are:
- Free linens and towels available for hire
- Free WiFi access, internet access for small fee
- Free walking tour of city
- Discounts to certain clubs
- Luggage storage and security lockers
- Guest kitchen and laundry service
- No curfew or lockout
- 24 hour reception
Because Castle Rock Hostel is part of the MacBackpackers empire, you can book the popular MacBackpackers tours right at the hostel. The friendly and helpful staff is also on hand 24 hours a day to assist you with any travel needs you might have, from restaurant or pub recommendations to help booking a tour to the occasional free theatre tickets they get (check with them if you are interested). There are discounts if you plan to stay long-term, so be sure to ask about that as well.
You will find the friendly atmosphere at Castle Rock Hostel permeates everything – from the staff to the other guests – and it is very likely you will make friends easily here. It is the ideal spot for a sight seeing trip to Edinburgh, or a tour of the city’s best pubs. Either way, you are sure to leave happy.