Kick Ass Greyfriars

Hostel
4 stars
37-39 Cowgate, EH1 1JR, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
+44 131 226 6351
8.1
Excellent
based on 4970 reviews
4,970 verified ratings
Mon 20/4
-
Tue 21/4
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
$67
/Cheapest rate per night
Provider
Nightly total
$67
$93
$103
Other
Other
Bar
Other
Bar
Other
Other
Other
Other
Other
Other
Other
Other
Other
Other
Other
Other
Other
Other
Other
Photos of Kick Ass Greyfriars
View a collection of 20 photos showcasing the rooms, amenities, and facilities of Kick Ass Greyfriars to help you visualise your stay. Photos for this property were last updated on 13 April 2026.
Rooms
About
Reviews
Similar hotels
Location
FAQ

Best deals for Kick Ass Greyfriars

Explore the most appealing deals available for Kick Ass Greyfriars, ensuring you get the best value for your stay. Properties were last updated on 13 April 2026.
Mon 20/4
-
Tue 21/4
Standard Room
bed type unknown
$180
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$340
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$424
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
$67
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$93
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$103
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.
Best priceguarantee

Kick Ass Greyfriars Information

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of Kick Ass Greyfriars, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on 13 April 2026.
Kick Ass Greyfriars (18+) has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Edinburgh. This 4-star hostel features free WiFi and a bar. The property is 400 metres from National Museum of Scotla...

Good to know

Check-in time14:00
Check-out time10:00
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+44 131 226 6351

Perks and amenities at Kick Ass Greyfriars

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at Kick Ass Greyfriars
  • Adults only
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • 24-hour front desk

General

  • Window
  • CCTV outside property
  • No smoking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Reading light
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Hairdryer
  • Lockers
  • Linens
  • Adults only
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Laundry facilities
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Cleaning products
  • Heating
  • Trouser press
  • Shower
  • Dustbins
  • Tumble dryer
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Desk
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • First-aid kit
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Snack bar
  • Garden
  • Socket near the bed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Storage available
  • Key card access
  • CCTV in common areas

Activities

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Pool table
  • Evening entertainment

Services

  • Business centre
  • 24-hour security
  • Tour desk
Show all 43 amenities

Reviews for Kick Ass Greyfriars

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at Kick Ass Greyfriars, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 4,970 reviews of Kick Ass Greyfriars to date. Review data was last updated on 13 April 2026.
8.1
Very Good4,970 verified ratings
Pros +
  • Toiletes could be little bit more comfortable. (in 3 reviews)
  • good location and common areas. (in 4 reviews)
  • "The hostel offers a really nice free walking tour everyday, except on Sunday." (in 6 reviews)
Cons -
  • We didnt sleep because of people partying all night (in 10 reviews)
  • 1£ charge per luggage if you leave them after check out Showers (in 14 reviews)
  • More showers and toilets would be better. (in 9 reviews)
No reviews found. Try removing a filter, changing your search, or clear all to view reviews.

Hotels similar to Kick Ass Greyfriars

Discover other properties in Edinburgh that offer a similar experience and ambience to Kick Ass Greyfriars. In total, there are 4,498 hotels serving travellers in Kick Ass Greyfriars. Price data was last updated on 13 April 2026.

Top Edinburgh hotels

The Glasshouse Autograph Collection
The Glasshouse Autograph Collection

The Glasshouse Autograph Collection

2 Greenside Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$244
Avg. per night
View Deal
Intercontinental Edinburgh The George
Intercontinental Edinburgh The George

Intercontinental Edinburgh The George

19-21 George Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$254
Avg. per night
View Deal
Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle
Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle

Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle

493 Lawnmarket,The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$200
Avg. per night
View Deal
Village Hotel Edinburgh
Village Hotel Edinburgh

Village Hotel Edinburgh

140 Crewe Road South, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.0 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$145
Avg. per night
View Deal
See more top hotels in Edinburgh

Hotels closest to Kick Ass Greyfriars

These are the closest hotels within a 0.2 km proximity to Kick Ass Greyfriars. These hotels have an average nightly rate of $172 vs. $125 for Kick Ass Greyfriars. Data was last updated on 13 April 2026.
Grassmarket Hotel
Grassmarket Hotel

Grassmarket Hotel

94-96 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$165
Avg. per night
View Deal
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$190
Avg. per night
View Deal
Stay Central Hotel
Stay Central Hotel

Stay Central Hotel

139 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$160
Avg. per night
View Deal
See more nearby hotels

Cheap Edinburgh hotels

These hotels are among the lowest-priced properties for travellers in Edinburgh. Currently, the lowest price for a hotel in Edinburgh is $48. The cheapest hotel is Revolver Edinburgh priced at $48. Price data was last updated on 13 April 2026.
Revolver Edinburgh
Revolver Edinburgh

Revolver Edinburgh

35 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$48
Avg. per night
View Deal
Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate

Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate

94 -116 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$64
Avg. per night
View Deal
Code - The Loft, Edinburgh
Code - The Loft, Edinburgh

Code - The Loft, Edinburgh

50 Rose Street North Lane, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$69
Avg. per night
View Deal
Adelphi Hotel
Adelphi Hotel

Adelphi Hotel

7 Links Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
3.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$77
Avg. per night
View Deal
See cheapest hotels in Edinburgh

Recommended hotels

These properties are recommended for travellers visiting Edinburgh. The average price of these properties is $161 per night. Price data was last updated on 13 April 2026 and sourced from 176 user searches.
Black Ivy
Black Ivy

Black Ivy

4 Alvanley Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$199
Avg. per night
View Deal
Grosvenor Gardens Hotel
Grosvenor Gardens Hotel

Grosvenor Gardens Hotel

1 Grosvenor Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$175
Avg. per night
View Deal
The Ben Doran Guest House
The Ben Doran Guest House

The Ben Doran Guest House

11 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$110
Avg. per night
View Deal
See other recommended hotels

Explore Old Town, Edinburgh

Kick Ass Greyfriars is located at 37-39 Cowgate in the Old Town neighbourhood of Edinburgh. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 13 April 2026.

Most Popular Landmarks

Gladstone's Land

4 mins walk

0.3 km

Museum on the Mound

5 mins walk

0.4 km

Edinburgh Castle

6 mins walk

0.5 km

Edinburgh Dungeon

7 mins walk

0.6 km

National Gallery of Scotland

8 mins walk

0.6 km

Gladstone's Land

4 mins walk

0.3 km

Museum on the Mound

5 mins walk

0.4 km

Edinburgh Castle

6 mins walk

0.5 km

Edinburgh Dungeon

7 mins walk

0.6 km

National Gallery of Scotland

8 mins walk

0.6 km

Public Transportation

Edinburgh Waverley Station

8 mins walk

0.7 km

Edinburgh Waverley Station

8 mins walk

0.7 km

Rental Cars

$61 daily average

Rental cars in Edinburgh

Closest Airports

Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport

24 mins drive

15.0 km

Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport

24 mins drive

15.0 km

Flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse

  • How far is Kick Ass Greyfriars from Greyfriars Kirk?

    You can walk to Greyfriars Kirk while staying at Kick Ass Greyfriars - you’ll be about 0.1 km away.

  • Is Kick Ass Greyfriars close to Usher Hall?

    Kick Ass Greyfriars is a good choice to stay at if you want to visit Usher Hall, which is 0.8 km away.

FAQs when booking at Kick Ass Greyfriars

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding bookings, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at Kick Ass Greyfriars. FAQs were last updated on 13 April 2026.

  • How close is Kick Ass Greyfriars to the nearest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    The distance between the closest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, and Kick Ass Greyfriars is 18 km and the expected drive time is about 0h 13m. Your drive time between the two can vary based on the time of day and traffic trends of the area.

  • What is the best way for guests to get from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Kick Ass Greyfriars?

    Taking a taxi or rideshare service from the nearest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, to your hotel is often the most cost-effective transportation solution.

  • How close is Kick Ass Greyfriars from the Edinburgh city centre?

    Kick Ass Greyfriars is just 0.4 km away from the centre of Old Town, Edinburgh. From Kick Ass Greyfriars you can easily get to other popular landmarks such as Waterloo Place.

  • What is the Kick Ass Greyfriars phone number?

    For assistance regarding your reservation at Kick Ass Greyfriars please call +44 131 226 6351.

  • Does Kick Ass Greyfriars have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Kick Ass Greyfriars has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What is the check-out time at Kick Ass Greyfriars?

    10:00. If you require a later check-out we advise discussing it with the front desk as soon as you’re able to. Check-in time is 14:00.

  • How much does it cost to stay at Kick Ass Greyfriars, Edinburgh?

    $47 per night is the best price found recently for a room at Kick Ass Greyfriars, with average deals around $214 per night. Enter your dates in the form above to see current prices.

  • Is there a restaurant at Kick Ass Greyfriars?

    There is a restaurant located in Kick Ass Greyfriars. Please contact them for kitchen hours. They also have a bar service for drinks.

  • Does Kick Ass Greyfriars have a laundry service?

    Kick Ass Greyfriars does have a laundry service. Contact the property for details.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at Kick Ass Greyfriars?

    For the best chance to save money on your Kick Ass Greyfriars reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest ($115).

  • In what area of Edinburgh is Kick Ass Greyfriars located?

    Kick Ass Greyfriars is located within the Old Town area of Edinburgh. Utilise the map on this page to understand where Kick Ass Greyfriars is in relation to the rest of Edinburgh.

  • What is the cheapest day to check into Kick Ass Greyfriars?

    Consider checking into Kick Ass Greyfriars on Monday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of $397).

  • How far is Kick Ass Greyfriars from Greyfriars Kirk?

    You can walk to Greyfriars Kirk while staying at Kick Ass Greyfriars - you’ll be about 0.1 km away.

  • Is Kick Ass Greyfriars close to Usher Hall?

    Kick Ass Greyfriars is a good choice to stay at if you want to visit Usher Hall, which is 0.8 km away.

See more FAQs

Millions of Reviews

Real ratings and reviews from millions of guests just like yourself. Book your perfect stay with confidence!

Best Hotel Deals

HotelsCombined sources over 3 million hotels and properties and compiles them in one place so you can compare the ideal accommodation options.

Free cancellation

Plans change – we get it. And that’s why you can search and book hotels and accommodation on HotelsCombined from agencies that offer free cancellation

Find better results for your stay in Kick Ass Greyfriars