Royal Mile Backpackers

We're a group of young, energetic and vibrant people working together, living together and making plenty of fun memories while we go along! If you think you'd thrive in that environment, you'll feel right at home. Our hostel has a reputation as a comfortable, safe and relaxed environment for backpackers from all backgrounds.

Having only 38 guests each night, we like to include everyone in what we get up to - whether it's a quiet cup of tea in the lounge or a jig down at our favourite weekly Ceilidh (A Scottish dance tradition! Not to be missed while you stay with us). It's a supportive, open and friendly little hostel that you can call home for a while.

Jack and Billie, our management team, keep the place running and are here to help guests have a great time! We look after everyone as a team, whether it's with the cleaning or helping you get the most out of your time in Scotland. We also help arrange stays at our other hostels across the Highlands! We're travel fanatics with a love for backpacking across the world. Long story short, we make sure everyone who stays with us - guest, volunteer or staff - has a blast, whatever it is they want to do. We'll help keep you safe, comfy and happy :)

Top Host
This host receives a lot of worldpackers and has a high average rating.

Reviews

5.0
(117 reviews)117

Staff & Host

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

United States

5

Volunteering at RMB was a very positive experience for me. I appreciated the fair working hours, easy tasks, and cozy environment. The location is prime and is a great base to be able to explore Edinburgh and the surrounding areas. Thank you Jack and Billie and fellow volunteers for a lovely month!

about 1 month ago

Brazil

5

I absolutely loved my time at Royal Mile Backpackers!
I met amazing people who really enjoyed working together, which made the whole experience so much better.
Thanks so much, Billie and Jack

about 2 months ago

United States

5

Could highly recommend this work exchange to anyone! Super easy and clear hours that were a fair exchange for what you get. Cozy and homey vibes with really great other volunteers. Thanks RMB!!!

2 months ago

Australia

5

I had an incredible time volunteering at RMB!! As my first volunteer experience, I was so grateful for the immediate welcome and kindness that I received from both Jack & Billie and also the other volunteers. The hours required were not demanding at all & left me with plenty of time to explore the beautiful city and surrounds. It was the cosiest and most heart-warming place I could’ve chosen to start my trip with & with the most beautiful people too <3

3 months ago

Botswana

5

It doesn't take long to be comfortable because RMB is a place that fosters comfort and friendship. Remember, be open. Be friendly. Meet people. Have fun. Put in the hours, (Which are some of the shortest I have ever done) and spend your time any how you want. Be respectful and kind. I could stay here forever.

3 months ago


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