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Cowgate Tourist Hostel

96 Cowgate, Edinburgh, Scotland, Distance from city centre: 0.6km

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Real reviews from fellow travellers

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“ LOVED the cowgate hostel! really nice flats with showers and bedrooms and a huge kitchen. Also the staff was really really lovely and helpful, it's perfectly located and so cheap. Would totally recommend it! ”
91%
14 Sep 2014 Anonymous Germany

“ The receptionists, cleaning persons, and the people who staying in this hostel , I really want to say , thank you so much! ”
94%
29 Aug 2014 Anonymous Japan

“ Had a great stay! Staff were really lovely and helpful. The apartment styled flat we stayed in was nice and clean, and the location is great; bang in middle of Old Town. The courtyard was also a massive plus! Would definitely stay there again. ”
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28 Aug 2014 Anonymous Sweden

“ Staff spoke poor English and were extremely confused, they didn't pick up either of the listed phones, it smelled like urine in the stairs, the reception was always crammed with people and very buisy, the room was cold, there was a lot of noise and no thoughts were given to the decor whatsoever. It was, however, cheap and had a good location - but I wouldn't stay there again. ”
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10 Aug 2014 Lea Denmark

“ It was good for a sleep, and had good kitchens. But was very noisy and the beds unconfortable. In my opinion to expensive, but i whent while Fringe was going on, so maybe hat justifies the price. ”
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06 Aug 2014 Anonymous Italy

“ My son stayed here when attending Highland Show in June, six of them stayed and they will definitely be booking in for next year. The Cowgate is so central to everywhere including a bus route, pubs and shops. Brilliant value for money! ”
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20 Jun 2014 Gillian Northern Ireland

“ I only stayed one night, it was like moving into a short term apartment. Which is nice if I stayed longer I would have very much appreciated that. The location was nice with lots of landmarks so one could easily find your way back. No real problem with noise, there was a projector screen set up across the road for the world cup so when the fans went home the noise went with them. ”
86%
20 Jun 2014 Anonymous USA

“ fabulous hostel! all the facilities provided with a reasonable & affordable price! ”
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21 May 2014 Anonymous China

“ This hostel is very nice. They are all individual flats with two bathrooms and a kitchen. I ended up staying in two different buildings as my trip separated my days there, and both flats were very clean and well kept. The mattresses weren't the most comfortable things I have slept on; however, the location is very nice especially with three bars across the street. I would definitely recommend this hostel to anyone looking to visit Edinburgh. ”
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19 May 2014 Anonymous USA