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    Castle Rock Hostel

    Posted by LJSmith 22 July 2009

    Spent a romantic weekend in Edinburgh in this hostel. Would be ideal for a couple trying to do the Edinburgh festival on a budget - private rooms are spacious and there were no stag or hen parties, or drunk backpackers.

    Housed in a charming 19th century building, the comfortable private rooms mean this is a great alternative to a souless hotel - the rooms have antique furnishings and bags of character, as well as amazing views of the castle. Loved all the art on the walls as well.

    The location is unbeatable (a minute from the Castle, Royal Mile, Grassmarket), and there's a huge lounge and movie screening room.

    www.hostelbookers.com/hostels/scotland/edinburgh/3358/

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    Royal Mile Backpackers

    Posted by Sissi 22 July 2009

    This is a top hostel to stay in during the Edinburgh Fringe.

    Right on the Royal Mile, this hostel goes all out for the Fringe, with a Festival Pub crawl and competitions to win show tickets.

    The arty decor chimes with the Fringe's 'alternative' vibe, and the lively, social atmosphere make it the perfect place to crash post-party.

    There's also a bargain breakfast for under £2, the rooms are comfortable and smarter than your average backpacker's hostel, and the staff will give you a guided tour of the Royal Mile.

    www.hostelbookers.com/hostels/scotland/edinburgh/25379/

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    Cheap Hotels and Hostels

    Posted by fa2008 24 January 2009

    Edinburgh can be an expensive place to stay, but there are some budget options available. Rooms-in-Edinburgh have over a dozen hostels that have beds from £12 a night. There are also several budget hotels which have great city centre locations and are only £50 a room.

    www.roomsinedinburgh.com

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    Castle Rock Hostel

    Posted by Sissi 18 June 2008

    Anyone looking for good budget accommodation in Edinburgh need look no further than Castle Rock! When this Edinburgh hostel says it has a good location it isn’t joking… there are views of the castle from inside and it’s about a minute's walk away from the city centre which is perfect for exploring day or night.
    In addition, it’s a funky and fun place – I especially enjoyed the random art covering the walls!

    www.hostelbookers.com/hostels/scotland/edinburgh/3358/

    15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 2PW

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    If you're visiting Edinburgh on a budget, I recommend staying at the Argyle Backpackers Hostel.

    It's very cheap - my girlfriend and I stayed in a twin room and it was just over £40 a night between the two of us but you can get a bed in a shared room from about £13 a night.

    The hostel is in the beautiful Marchmont area, directly opposite an excellent little row of shops - a greengrocers, a vegetarian wholefood shop and an amazing convenience store with a wide range of vegan and organic products.

    It's just south of the Meadows and is only a few minute's walk from the Royal Mile.

    www.argyle-backpackers.co.uk/

    14 Argyle Place
    Edinburgh
    Scotland
    EH9 1JL

    Phone: +44 (0)131 667 9991

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