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a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near Royal Mile

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In the heart of Edinburgh, a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel offers a warm atmosphere with laundry facilities and secured bicycle storage. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner at Bar 50 or unwind with WiFi in your room. Helpful staff are always on hand to make your stay unforgettable.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
The current price is $65
$78 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18

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Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

Highlights

Eco-friendly toiletries
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)

Highlights

Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin room for Single use

Highlights

Eco-friendly toiletries
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

8-Bed Room

Highlights

Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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6-Bed Room (Bunk Beds Only) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

6-Bed Room (Bunk Beds Only)

Highlights

Eco-friendly toiletries
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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$104 total
includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1NE

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Princes Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grassmarket - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 33 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 5 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 28 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 14 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 26 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Whiski Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bannerman's Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The City Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burrito 'n Shakes - ‬3 min walk

About this property

a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

When you stay at a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 11 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 14 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 132 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Pool table

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Bicycle parking
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 93
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

Bar 50 - This pub serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9.9 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 12.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 12.00 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 12.00 per pet, per night

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 12.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times at a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of GBP 12.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 12.00 (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel and nearby?

A&o Edinburgh City - Hostel has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Bar 50.

What's the area around a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel like?

A&o Edinburgh City - Hostel is in Edinburgh City Centre, a short 5-minute walk from Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) and 3 minutes' walk from Royal Mile.

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Reviews

a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
Bed
Bar
Bathroom
Toilet
Shower
Cleanliness
Old town

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Yes room was spotless staff very nice and helpful
Agnes, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very very clean and spotless, staff unbelievable and helpful. Definitely going back
chris, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We loved all the amenities. The bar was open late, so we could eat, drink, and meet people. We got our laundry done. The location is very convenient to the train station and lots to do in Edinburgh.
Emmely, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for the fringe

Great location, comfortable room and lots of entertainment at the hostel.
Sophia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I was only really here for 8 hours to sleep and shower but the vibe was great, the staff were friendly and very helpful, and even the toilets in the bar were clean.
Lindsay, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really great stay for a night! Probably the most afforable hostel in the area and centrally-located. Close to Old Town and most of the major sites. My friend and I had a private room, which was spacious, very clean and just right. There is a bar directly downstairs where you can hear noise, but it wasn’t too bad. There’s a lot of younger folks / gen-z staying here, but definitely there are folks of all ages as well. Friendly staff, and lots of thingd to
Keith, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, quiet night which i didnt expect.
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent accomadations. Fantastic atmosphere. Easy walking to everywhere!
Susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Location Clean Room

Amazing location right by The Royal Mile, Room was basic but clean, large bathroom, very hot shower. Amazing price for city centre and is ideal for a short city stay where you are out and about all day. Would stay again and would recommend.
Daphne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Family of four stayed for two nights. Staff were lovely on arrival and were really helpful. Great location, perfect for a city break when you want to be out and about. Would stay at again and recommend for a cheap and easy stay in the centre of the city.
Zoe, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good location in the Old Town, clean and buzzing, lovely staff
Maria Beatrice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such a cool place to stay so close to the Mile. We got to do so much in the two days. Love the bar area.
Carl, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Facilities old, toilet not working well, shower room dirty. Bonus points, walking distance to the train station and the old town, royal miles.
Yan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff was great at the property. It had a few issues like a broken shower handle and the window opening to the bar, plus the keys were finicky, but it was really clean in the room and I felt really welcomed and safe.
Sarah, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice place
Neil, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

THE PERFECT DORM EVER!

Really nice place, the staff was extremely helpful and friendly and welcoming! The girl on the first day was very sweet, the way she was handling all the customers was spectacular, v patient and really sweet and respectful! Krishna was also really nice and friendly and helpful! Overall the stay, beds, cleanliness everything was perfect!! It mad emt solo trip very comfortbale and exciting OH i forgot to mention the bar pub and the kareoke AMAZING 5 star ratings Live the drinks the vibe everything!!!
Himanshi, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was reasonably clean, the shower was a little awkward being in a tiny rome shared with the toilet, it was difficult to keep anything dry, and there wasnt any other private space to change. The front desk clerks were lovely, kind, and helpful.
Heather, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really like to stay, it was really clean and the staff is really, really helpful
Rajat, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Grace, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great Location off the Royal Mile.

For the price we paid, this is very good. No fuss, no frills. Central location is superb for the Fringe is fab.Ensuit shower for our twin room was very clean. Sheets and the room was acceptable. Room was a bit stuffy, but there was a fan which helped. No complaints.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to stay
shailendra, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Disappointing

The room was small, had nowhere to hang a coat, no kettle and a remote control but no television. I was asked for a passport to check in. It was very noisy,but there was nothing anyone could have done about this. Not good value for £238.
Robert, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy check-in, had to queue but that was fine. Friendly staff and very helpful. Clean room, basic but everything we needed in the family room. Good mattresses but squeaky frames, large towels and good facilities. Great spot for getting around town and sights.
Anita, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Towel only on extra payment. Bathrooms not so clean.
shashi, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

advertising TV in private room but no TV’s were working. Hostel aware of this and didn’t inform me
Jerusha, 1-night trip