this is a good place to stay if you are on a budget and want to be close to the city centre. everything is fine and works well. wouldn't recommend if you are a bit worried about safety, we were fine but it may bother some people to know the back door is onto a brewery and the front onto a youth centre, with access at all times. There is a small outside area which is great if you are bringing your dog but unfortunately it was very messy and had some sharp rocks a glass which I was very worried about, especially since I had informed the host I would be bringing my dog. Would recommend bringing your own pillows and maybe an extra blanket as the bedding was adequate but not cosy, especially as it gets very cold in Edinburgh!