Stay in the heart of Edinburgh – Excellent location - show map Five minutes’ walk from Edinburgh Station and less than 10 minutes from Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile Backpackers enjoys a central location surrounded by bars, cafés and restaurants. There is free Wi-Fi, free tea and coffee and knowledgeable staff to tell you about the Scottish capital. Mixed and female dormitories have bunk beds and lockers, and guests can make use of laundry services, hairdryers and adaptors. Luggage and bicycle storage is available at the High Street Hostel just across the road. There are plenty of hot power showers in the shared bathrooms. The property's comfy lounge with fireplace is the perfect place to socialise. You can buy a continental breakfast at Royal Mile Backpackers, and enjoy free tea, coffee and hot chocolate. The kitchen and dining area is open 24 hours a day, and you can make use of discount vouchers for local food retailers. Close to the university, this hostel is a little over 10 minutes’ walk from the huge Holyrood Park, home of Arthur’s Seat. Grassmarket and Princes Street are both 6-8 minutes away. Old Town is a great choice for travellers interested in pubs, Old Town exploring and architecture.