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Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

2.5 star property
Adults-only hostel near Edinburgh Castle

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Bar (on property)
Front of property
Interior detail
Lounge
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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2 West Port, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2JA
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Double or Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

POD BED in 8 Bed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

One bed in a Quad Dorm Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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One Bed in a Dorm Room for 6 People Ensuite

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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One Bed in a Dorm Room for 6 People

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in a Dorm Room for 8 People

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in a Dorm Room for 8 People (Female Only)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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One Bed in a Dorm Room For 10 People

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in a Dorm Room For 12 People

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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One Bed in a Dorm Room For 12 People (Female Only) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in a Dorm Room For 12 People (Female Only)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

POD BED in 16 Bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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POD BED in 20 Bed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

POD BED in 22 Bed Dorm

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 11 Twin Bunk Beds

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6 Bed Private Room with Castle View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Private 6 bed dorm with Shared Bathroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8 bed dorm with Shared Bathroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre stay.A stay at this Edinburgh City Centre hostel places you steps from Grassmarket and within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle. Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princes Street Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The White Hart Inn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel

Adults-only hostel near Edinburgh Castle
Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, an arcade/game room, and multilingual staff are also featured at Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel.

This Edinburgh hostel is smoke free.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel offers 25 accommodations. This Edinburgh hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All guests must show a valid passport or ID. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 40 per person

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately GBP 5.50 per person
  • Towels fee: GBP 3.5 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Kick Ass Hostel Edinburgh
Kick Ass Edinburgh
Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+ hostel)
Kick Ass Grassmarket Adults Only Hostel
Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel to the airport?

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel is 7.5 mi (25-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel.

How close is Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 3.6 mi (16-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.8 mi (35-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 5.50 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel have a pool?

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel to downtown Edinburgh?

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel is 0.6 mi away from Edinburgh.

Kick Ass Grassmarket - Adults Only - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 267 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

KATE, Kansas City

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall, worth all the hype. Dont let the name deter you. I had booked another hostel later in my trip and regretted not coming back here. Note: no elevator so that can be difficult depending on your luggage.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good, cheap option for a group that don't need much amenities. Shared bathroom...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Definitely worth the stay!

Stayed in the cubicle rooms...16 people is too many for my personal taste, but the from was big.... However the cube can get stuffy at night... More than ample amounts of toilets and showers always clean and stocked...overall a worthwhile stay in an excellent area.... There is a market just up the street which is helpful for cooking meals in their kitchen...
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did not eat breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vedrana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I paid of the breakfast bit honesty regreted it. Its your basic continental breakfast. Bread. Boiled eggs, cerial and yogurt. I stayed in a large pod room, the pods were spacious, had fun light options and it was comfortable. The location is perfect . Only thing i had an issue with was the showers . My floor was just a push to start shower with no temperature option and it was burning hot for me .
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely worth the price. Right under the castle and walking distance from the vast majority of things to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Abbey

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole, Columbia Heights

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was fabulous! View of the Edinburgh castle. Everything very walkable. Beds were clean. Lots of facilities and amenities-kitchen, laundry, showers, toilets. Felt very safe 👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ming

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location easy access but lousy stairs only.

Great location with easy access to all the major old town attractions. Only gripe is the stairs-only leading to the rooms so if you're on the higher floors, good exercise.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location and very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Drew

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From location to rooms and bathrooms everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff snd amazing location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Margi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hostel overall. Needs improvement: need elevator for at least luggage, needs to fix bathrooms, need to have a way to dry bathrooms quickly, really fun area but a little too noisy outside and a lot too much rubbish outside in city area—-not fault of hostel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Right in the middle of everything 😍

This location is amazing. We had a private room with our own toilet and shower but had to rent towels and pay for a locker to check out bags once we checked out. I would probably stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, whilst this hostel is nice - lack of A/C
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was very good located. Very safe location and really close to main attractions. Surrounded by restaurants, and stores. Amazing views from the common areas. Breakfast was simple but cheap, just what you're looking for in a hostel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

polly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice position, affordable
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025