Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate

96 Cowgate Edinburgh, EH1 1JN Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Wi-Fi is available free of charge in every room of our property
Property type:
Hostel
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About Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate

Located just 200 metres from the Royal Mile, Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate is a hostel in Edinburgh featuring free WiFi and an outdoor terrace. This property includes 141 rooms offering private apartments as well as mixed dormitories.

The hostel is situated a stone's throw from Edinburgh Military Tattoo, only 300 metres away, and within walking distance of Edinburgh Festival Theatre at 400 metres. A ten-minute walk leads to Edinburgh Waverley train station and also to the iconic Edinburgh Castle. For travelers arriving by air, Edinburgh Airport lies 11 km from the property.

Accommodation options range from twin rooms with private bathrooms and terraces to dormitory-style rooms with either shared or private bathrooms equipped with showers. All beds come with non-feather pillows and bed linen provided. Guests can find microwaves, stovetops, kitchenware, toasters, electric kettles in some units along with heating, bedside sockets, wake-up call services and alarms.

Guests benefit from a bar onsite as well as daily housekeeping services. The hostel offers luggage storage for a fee along with free lockers inside the rooms. Reception operates around the clock providing express check-in/check-out facilities. Additional amenities include smoke detectors, fire extinguishers in each room or apartment, shared lounge/TV areas for relaxation plus outdoor furniture on the terrace.

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Rooms: 141

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Rooms & Availability

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

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Room Amenities

  • Pillow without feathers,
  • Indoor heating,
  • Allergy-friendly pillow,
  • Garbage bins,
  • Power outlet near the bed

Bathroom

  • Shower facilities,
  • Ensuite bathroom,
  • Bathroom tissue,
  • Restroom

Services & Extras

  • Morning wake-up call,
  • Physical key entry,
  • Storage lockers,
  • Extra towels/sheets (additional cost),
  • Bed linens,
  • Wake-up call service/Alarm clock,
  • Electronic key card access

Accessibility

  • Top levels reachable solely by staircase

Hostel facilities

  • Individual reading light,
  • Noise-cancelling earplugs

Safety & security

  • Fire alarm,
  • Emergency fire extinguisher
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Amenities

Activities

Activities

  • Bar-hopping
Services

Services

  • Online services
  • Wireless Internet
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
Food & Drink

Food & Drink

  • Lounge
  • Refreshment stand
  • Beverage vending machine
  • Snack vending machine
  • Wine and champagne
  • On-site coffee shop
Reception services

Reception services

  • Round-the-clock reception
  • Quick check-in/check-out
  • Baggage holding area
  • Secure storage compartments
  • Billing statement available
Common areas

Common areas

  • Outdoor patio
  • Common living room with TV
  • Patio furniture
Cleaning services

Cleaning services

  • Everyday cleaning service
Business facilities

Business facilities

  • Facsimile and photocopy services
Miscellaneous

Miscellaneous

  • No smoking rooms
  • Climate control
  • Smoke-free property
  • Assigned smoking zone
  • Electronic key card entry
Safety & security

Safety & security

  • Round-the-clock security
  • Security alert system
  • Fire detection alarms
  • Surveillance cameras in shared spaces
  • Exterior video surveillance
  • Emergency fire suppression devices
Safety features

Safety features

  • Personnel adhere to all safety guidelines set by local authorities
  • Commonly used stationery items like printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper have been eliminated
  • Hand sanitizing stations in guest rooms and essential areas
  • Availability of first aid kits
Physical distancing

Physical distancing

  • Touch-free check-in/check-out
  • Non-cash payment options

Internet

  • Complimentary WiFi!
  • The property offers internet services with both standard and free WiFi options.

Parking

  • Details about parking facilities are not available.

House Rules

Check-in

  • From hours

Check-out

  • Until hours

Pets

  • Pets are not permitted.
Important information
This Hostel operates a 10-day maximum stay policy within a 90-day period. Passport or driver’s licence is required for check-in. Student cards are not accepted. The guest, making the booking, must be over 18. Under 18 can stay in a private room with a parent or guardian, but cannot be accommodated in shared dormitories. Bookings of 10 perope or more are subject to different policies and additional supplements may apply. Beds in the same dormitory room cannot be guaranteed. Please note there is no guest kitchen facility to cook. No outside alcohol is allowed at all.

Please note that towels are not provided . Guests can bring their own or rent them at the property. Bed linen are provided.

Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. At Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate, you may use the Special Requests box during booking or directly contact the property using the contact details provided in your confirmation.
At Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate, guests must present a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Kindly note that at Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate, all special requests are subject to availability and may incur additional charges.
At Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate, guests under 18 may only check in if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
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FAQ

What COVID-19 safety measures are in place?

Social distancing and regular disinfection are in place. See details on our website.

Does Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate have a pool?

No, Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate does not have a pool.

Does Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate offer free Wi-Fi?

Yes, Wi-Fi is free of charge.

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