Safestay Edinburgh Royal Mile

Safestay Edinburgh Royal Mile is a hostel at 9-15 Blackfriars Street, just off the Royal Mile in the Old Town of Edinburgh, Scotland. Blackfriars Street is a narrow historic lane that runs down from the High Street towards the Cowgate, and the hostel is a couple of minutes on foot from St Giles' Cathedral, the Royal Mile and the National Museum of Scotland. Waverley station is about 10 minutes away, Edinburgh Castle roughly 15 minutes, and the bars and clubs of the Cowgate and the Grassmarket are close by, so the area is lively at night. The hostel occupies a historic building typical of the Old Town, with stone walls and period features combined with modern hostel fittings. Accommodation consists of dorm beds of several sizes and private rooms, with typical nightly rates of about £20 to £95 depending on room type and season, rising sharply in August. Facilities include a bar, a self-catering kitchen, lockers for luggage and valuables, and free Wi-Fi. Many guests bring their own padlock for the lockers, though they should confirm what is supplied. The service style is social and informal, with a young and international guest mix, and the staff typically organise events and pub crawls that appeal to solo travellers. Private rooms suit couples or small groups who want hostel prices without a dorm. The hostel is a good choice for budget travellers who want a central Old Town address and a social atmosphere, but light sleepers and visitors seeking quiet should consider a private room or another property, since noise from the Cowgate and street life can carry. Early booking is essential for August and Hogmanay.