Royal Mile Backpackers
Royal Mile Backpackers, 105 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1SG
Call Receptionist on 0131 557 6120
Hostels in Scotland: Self-catering hostel in Edinburgh
Join us for backpackers’ events throughout the week, from lively Pub Crawls to traditional Scottish dancing. We accept travellers aged 18+ to book with us for an exciting, energetic stay.
The hostel also offers Wifi, free tea and coffee. Our friendly receptionists can offer you some great advice on what to see and do and where to eat and drink during your stay in Edinburgh. They can arrange for you to make the most of your time while you are in Scotland and book you on a MacBackpackers Tour to the Highlands. We aim to make your stay with us as comfortable as possible - here is a wee list of what else we have to offer:
Clean bed linen
Breakfast available at our sister hostel for £3 from 8am until 10:30am
Cash and credit card payment
Receptionist available to help you during opening hours (8am - 11am and 3pm - 10pm)
Easy access to the bus and train station
Tour booking service and advice
Kitchen/Dining area open 24 hours
Towel Hire for Free
Secure lockers in rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Free tea and coffee
Free hairdryers and straighteners for use
Local Food & Drinks discounts
24hour access after check-in
Book exchange
Step outside and be at the centre of it all.
Join us for backpackers’ events throughout the week, from lively Pub Crawls to traditional Scottish dancing. We accept travellers aged 18+ to book with us for an exciting, energetic stay.
The hostel also offers Wifi, free tea and coffee. Our friendly receptionists can offer you some great advice on what to see and do and where to eat and drink during your stay in Edinburgh. They can arrange for you to make the most of your time while you are in Scotland and book you on a MacBackpackers Tour to the Highlands. We aim to make your stay with us as comfortable as possible - here is a wee list of what else we have to offer:
Clean bed linen
Breakfast available at our sister hostel for £3 from 8am until 10:30am
Cash and credit card payment
Receptionist available to help you during opening hours (8am - 11am and 3pm - 10pm)
Easy access to the bus and train station
Tour booking service and advice
Kitchen/Dining area open 24 hours
Towel Hire for Free
Secure lockers in rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Free tea and coffee
Free hairdryers and straighteners for use
Local Food & Drinks discounts
24hour access after check-in
Book exchange
Step outside and be at the centre of it all.
This accommodation is featured on our map of the Scottish Borders, Glasgow, Edinburgh and South Scotland and here is its own website.
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Beds & Rooms:
38Open:
All year. Reception 7:30am-11 am. 3pm -10pm.Price per night:
From £21pp. ID required.Booking:
Booking not always essential. 1st night's payment required for booking.Directions:
From main bus station turn left onto Princes Street then take first right onto Northbridge. At the top turn left onto the High St. on the Royal Mile. From the train station take the Princes Street exit (up Waverley Steps), at the top go right then right again up Northbridge, then left at crossroads, the hostel is on the left side of the road and shares the stairs with Shamoli restaurant. From the airport take bus no.100 to the city centre, get off at Waverley Bridge. Walk away from Princes St. towards the roundabout, go over the roundabout onto Cockburn Street. At the top of Cockburn Street turn left onto the High St. on the Royal Mile. Cross traffic lights at Northbridge and the hostel is on the left side of the road and shares the stairs with Shamoli restaurant.Public Transport :
Only a 5/10 minute walk from both Edinburgh bus station and Waverley train station. The airport bus also stops outside the train station on the last stop so is very easy to get to the hostel.Walks :
Long Distance Walks North Sea Cycle Route Land's End to John O Groats on foot Castles and Coasts Route Great North Trail Scottish National Trail
Long Distance WalksClose to a Pub Individuals welcome Urban Hostels Near a Castle Breakfast
This accommodation is available at the following peak times
Available October Half Term 2026 Available for Christmas 2026 Available New Year 2026 / 2027 Available February Half Term 2027Facilities
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News & Offers from Royal Mile Backpackers
Edinburgh’s calling
April 7th 2022
Stay at Royal Mile Backpackers on Edinburgh’s most famous street. Situated halfway between Edinburgh castle and Holyrood Palace in the centre of town you really are in a prime location.
The small cosy hostel allows you to visit the Scottish capital without breaking the bank. If you’re looking to see the sights or enjoy the nightlife, Royal Mile Backpackers is the perfect place to do so.
Royal Mile Backpackers has re-opened
September 14th 2020
Every booking gets a room, a sink, a shower and a toilet cubicle to themselves. Everybody has access to our self-catering kitchen (with a schedule) and the cosy lounge with the fireplace, with social distancing of course. We offer an online check-in where you also have the option to link to the NHS track & trace. We have signage and hand sanitiser stations throughout the hostel and we clean and disinfect everything like mad. As we can only sell such a limited number of rooms people can only book 4 bed and 8 bed mixed dorms – as it’s sole occupancy anyway they are the same price.
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