Euro Hostel Edinburgh Halls UK

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Euro Hostel Edinburgh Halls
4/2 Kincaids Court, corner of Cowgate and Guthrie St, Edinburgh EH1 1JH

These private, lockable single or twin rooms in shared self-catering apartments complete with bathrooms, a lounge and kitchen are located right in the heart of Edinburgh.

Each year Euro Hostels lease apartments from the university while the students are on their summer holidays. For 2008, we have the prime property on offer. Kincaid's Court is situated about 5 to 10 minutes walk from Waverly Station. Located on the Cowgate, we are within easy walking distance of Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, Grassmarket and much more.

Rooms : 253.

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Hotel Facilities

General

Parking , 24-Hour Front Desk, Non-Smoking Rooms, Family Rooms, Luggage Storage, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking.

Services

Laundry, Souvenirs/Gift Shop, Tour Desk.

Hotel information

All bedrooms are either twin or single rooms. Ample bathroom facilities are available in each apartment. There is also a communal lounge and kitchen. The kitchen is kitted out with sink, oven, fridge, freezer and microwave. We even supply all the crockery and cutlery, as well as your bed linen and towels. It is an ideal set up whether you are in town with a group or travelling on your own.

Room information

All bedrooms are private and lockable. As well as the facilities listed in "room descriptions", they contain either twin or single beds, a chair, wardrobe and reading lamp.

Food & beverage

As all apartments are self catering, Euro Hostels Edinburgh Halls does not have an on-site restaurant or bar. However, our reception does sell a small range of snacks and drinks. There are many restaurants and bars in the area and our staff will be happy to recommend something to suit your palate and budget.

Area information

Located on Cowgate, we are one street away from the Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, the Scottish parliament building, Mary Kings Close, Camera Obscurer, Museums and Art Galleries are all withing an easy walking distance of the hostel. And if it is shopping you are after, Princes Street is just a 10 minute walk away.

The Edinburgh Sightseeing Bus Tour has stops nearby and tickets can be purchased from reception.

A post office and late opening supermarkets are also nearby.

Travel information

By Foot:
The directions given are for what we consider to be the easiest walking route that avoids lots of steps and steep hills. A quicker route is listed below.

From Waverley Station: Approximately 10-12 minutes walk.
Take Market Street exit. Turn to your left under the bridge and head right up Jeffrey Street. Carry on and cross over the High Street (Royal Mile) onto St Mary's Street. Walk down the hill and turn right into Cowgate and continue along for about 200 metres. The reception is at Kindcaid's Court located on the left-hand side, corner of Guthrie Street and Cowgate.

Alternatively from Waverly Station, you can take a right at the Market Street exit. Turn right up Cockburn Street, over the Royal Mile and down Blair Street to Cowgate. Turn right into Cowgate and the hostel entrance is on Guthrie Street, the first street on your left.

From St. Andrew's bus station, head to Princes Street and then to North Bridge. Walk along North Bridge, across the Royal Mile and continue along South Bridge. Turn right into Chambers Street and then right again into Guthrie Street. The entrance to the hostel is located at the bottom of Guthrie Street on the left-hand side.

Parking is available on-site. Please call ahead and our staff will be happy to book a place for you. Please be aware there is a charge for parking.

Important information

Please note that the hotel does not accept American Express or Diners Club cards.

A key deposit of GBP 20 is required for each set of keys issued.

Hotel Policies

Check In

15:00 hours

Check Out

11:00 hours

Cancellation

Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 3 days before date of arrival, 10 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.
Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.

Deposit Policy: 10 percent of the total amount will be charged on the day of booking and is non-refundable.

VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Internet: No internet access available.

Meal Plan: This hotel has no meal services.

Parking: Public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 9.00 per day.

Pets: Pets are not allowed.


The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

11:00 The cancellation policy may vary per room type; please check the room description as well.

Accepted credit cards

Visa, Euro/Mastercard, Maestro, Solo, Switch, Eftpos.

The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

 
 

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Hotel Policies

Check In

15:00 hours

Check Out

11:00 hours

Cancellation

Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 3 days before date of arrival, 10 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.
Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.

Deposit Policy: 10 percent of the total amount will be charged on the day of booking and is non-refundable.

VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Internet: No internet access available.

Meal Plan: This hotel has no meal services.

Parking: Public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 9.00 per day.

Pets: Pets are not allowed.


The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

11:00 The cancellation policy may vary per room type; please check the room description as well.

Accepted credit cards

Visa, Euro/Mastercard, Maestro, Solo, Switch, Eftpos.

The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

Terms and Conditions

Your reservation is absolutely secure. All personal data is encrypted and will be processed in a secure way. We take the privacy of your personal data very serious. Your personal information will only be used to process your booking. We will not charge you any reservation fees for making this booking, nor charge your credit card. You will simply pay for your stay at the hotel. Cancellation is free of charge; provided you adhere to the notification period stated in the hotel cancellation policy.