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a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

Old Town, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Near Royal Mile

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Reviews

7.6 / 10of 1001 ratings
Cleanliness7.6 / 10
Comfort7 / 10
Location9.4 / 10
Amenities7.2 / 10
Service8 / 10
Condition7.6 / 10

Hotel amenities

Bar
Internet
TV
Pets allowed
Hair dryer
Garden
Terrace
Bathtub or shower
Smoking not allowed
Shower
Sustainable

With a stay at a&o Hostel Edinburgh City, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from Royal Mile and 12 minutes by foot from Edinburgh Castle. This hostel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from University of Edinburgh and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Grassmarket. Make yourself at home in one of the 132 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Royal Mile - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Festival Theatre - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Surgeon's Hall - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
City Chambers - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Real Mary King's Close - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Parliament House - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
St. Giles' Cathedral - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
City Art Centre - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
University of Edinburgh - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
National Museum of Scotland - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Potterrow Student Centre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Edinburgh Dungeon - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Grassmarket - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Greyfriar's Bobby - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Greyfriars Kirk - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi

The nearest major airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 13 km / 8.1 mi

Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hostel also features a television in a common area, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine. You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of a&o Hostel Edinburgh City, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 6.00 percent will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 10 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 13 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 13 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 13 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Map of a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

Address

a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

50 Blackfriars Street

EH1 1NE

Old Town, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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