Kick Ass Grassmarket (18+)
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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Kick Ass Grassmarket in Edinburgh offers adults-only rooms with private bathrooms, including views of local landmarks. Each room features a work desk, hairdryer, and shower. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and a lounge. The property includes a shared kitchen, coffee shop, games room, and evening entertainment. Additional amenities include a 24-hour front desk, full-day security, and a tour desk. Breakfast and Dining: A continental buffet breakfast is served daily, offering juice, cheese, and fruits. The on-site coffee shop provides a relaxing space for refreshments. Prime Location: Located 5 mi from Edinburgh Airport, the hostel is a short walk from Edinburgh Castle (2953 feet) and the National Museum of Scotland (2625 feet). Nearby attractions include the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse. Activities and Surroundings: Guests can enjoy boating, kayaking, and canoeing in the surrounding area. The property also hosts film nights and offers a tour desk for exploring Edinburgh.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Heating
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Michael
United States
“Everything was great. Location across from the castle in the old city. Staff was amazing and accommodating. The room set up very innovative.” - Daniell
United States
“Best location!! So many shops and restaurants that are so conveniently located!” - Tadevosyan
Armenia
“the location is great, the rooms are clean and perfect for the price” - Heather
United States
“Stayed on my first night into town for an event and liked it so much as I left I booked another night on my way out of town. Got the room facing the castle and it was amazing. Staff were super helpful even when I needed to store my bags before...” - Bernadeth
United Arab Emirates
“It’s within the tourist spot areas and restaurants. Staff are kind and accommodating. Capsule room is clean” - Tal
Israel
“The staff The beer downstairs The perfect location The atmosphere is good.” - Nicolas
France
“Excellent location, beds very ok with possibility to charge the phones, presence of a kitchen (but which close at 10 pm) , all what we can expect for a hostel is present. And the day staff is very welcoming and kind.” - Egemen
Turkey
“The hostel’s location was excellent and everything was spotless. I really appreciated the socket and phone holder above each bed which was very practical! The bathrooms were among the cleanest I’ve ever seen in a hostel. Big thanks to the staff.” - Arun
India
“It was a great place to stay for the price I paid. The common area can get a little crammed but then it was never insufficient. The location is a short walk away from the bus and train stations.” - Burak
Turkey
“Perfect location, friendly staff, good breakfast? Succesfull organization”
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House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.



The fine print
Please, note that when booking for 10 or more guests, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
18+ people only, no people under the age of 18 allowed and ID checked on arrival.
Please note, this property cannot accommodate stays longer than 14 days.
We cannot guarantee that guests will stay together unless a private room is booked. If you booked individual beds, you may be staying in different rooms, even if the same room type was booked.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.