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Budget Backpackers

37 - 39 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JR, Scotland (Cowgate)
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

It is the best cheap hostel I ever stayed. Staff is very friendly, rooms clean and spacious. We stayed there for 3 times. Location is perfect, in city centre with the view to the Edinburgh castle. All main destinations are just around. Design is modern, colourful and attractive. From the outside looks like small castle. Free Wifi is all around... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW via mobile

We stayed 3 nights.it was definitly good and fun. Great location, its heart of the old town. All the staff were very helpfull and friendly. The cafe inside is cheap and delicious. They have daily free city walking tour which was very good.

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Saint Albert, Alberta, Canada
2 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

We stayed in a four girls dorm. Beds are creaky and you can hear people partying from the street all through the night. But the staff is so friendly and helpful you'll over look the minor imperfections and have an awesome time. It is a 5 minute walked to all main attractions. The hostel even offers free pub-crawls and tours.

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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Very good location, close to the night life of Edinburgh and only a 10 minute walk away from the Main Street. Good priced food and drinks at the bar. Bar staff aren't so friendly but reception staff are great. Be prepared to make your own bed up, thought this was a bit steep considering the cost of the hostel. Overall... More

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London, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 via mobile

We booked a 4 bedroom with 3 other friends and it was very cosy. The staff is very nice, they have a luggage room where we can put our bags for the day at only £1 and the stuff is locked with a key which is very secure and cheap. The only thing is that the girls bathroom wasn't very... More

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Columbus, Ohio
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

While this wasn't the nicest hostel I have stayed in, this is great for a traveler on a budget. Overall, the facility was nice. Not sure when they get around to actually cleaning the dorm rooms. We arrived to a dirty sink and interesting stains on the mattress cover. However, sheets were freshly laundered. We stayed in a 4 woman... More

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Ancona, Marche, Italy
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

It is well-placed and its really one of the best hostel in which I have ever been! The guys at the reception are really nice and helpful... Ask to them some tips and you wont regret. As well as this they organize a free walking tour which is a must if you want to enjoy the dark and marvelous tales... More

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Istanbul, Turkey
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

Clean rooms and bathrooms, I never had to wait for a shower. The cafe/bar was nice and the food and drinks were relatively cheap. The atmosphere was super social and the staff were friendly and helpful. The free walking tours and pub crawls are a lot of fun. Only downside for me was paying 1 pound to use the computers... More

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York, England, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

I had read on here try not to stay in the rooms across the road if possible however we ended up staying in these and although people say the main hostel is better, I do not have many complaints about across the road. We had a 4 bed room facing the street which was noisy on a nighttime as you... More

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São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
2 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

The location is absolutely great, though the city is small and you can walk everywhere, it was good to stay at a central location. All in all it was a nice hostel with clean bedrooms and bathrooms. The wi-fi is not that good, but it wasn't really a problem.

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Additional Information about Budget Backpackers

Address: 37 - 39 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JR, Scotland
Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Edinburgh > Cowgate , Old Town
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free High-Speed Internet Kitchenette Restaurant Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #41 of 154 Speciality lodging in Edinburgh
Price Range: £
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
With over 250 beds, and located in the heart of beautiful Old Town, Budget Backpackers is one of the best places to stay in Edinburgh! All of the amenities you need including free linen, free hot showers, a self catering kitchen, and a bar/cafe! Budget Backpackers is one of the best located hostels in the city, being only a 10 minute walk from Waverly Train Station, a 2 minute walk from the Royal Mile, and the breathtaking Edinburgh Castle practically on our doorstep! There is also always something happening within the hostel, with weekly Wii and Pool Competitions, Quiz and Movie Nights, Free Walking Tours 11am daily Monday to Saturday, and our infamous Pub Crawls Monday to Friday kicking off in our very own bar! Whether you want to see the sights, make friends, party it up, or just relax, Budget Backpackers has everything you need to make your stay in Edinburgh memorable! ... more   less 
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