a&o Edinburgh City
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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a&o Edinburgh City
Hostel
50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1NE, United Kingdom
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With a stay at a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, just a 3-minute walk from Royal Mile and 9 minutes by foot from Princes Street. This hostel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from St. Giles' Cathedral.
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 Edinburgh City - Hostel, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities.
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.
Please note that pets are only allowed in private rooms like single and twin room and for an additional charge. Pets are not allowed in shared dorms. Towels are not included in the room rate of dorm rooms. Guests can rent them at the property for an additional charge or bring their own. Bed linen for the bunk beds is free of charge and provided for self-covering.Show More
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Highlights
Pets welcome
Lots to do
Ideal location
Delicious breakfastAmenities
24-hour front desk
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
Bar
Nightclub
Billiards room
Karaoke
Tour and ticket booking service
Taxi booking service
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Property Description
With a stay at a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, just a 3-minute walk from Royal Mile and 9 minutes by foot from Princes Street. This hostel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from St. Giles' Cathedral.
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 Edinburgh City - Hostel, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities.
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.
Please note that pets are only allowed in private rooms like single and twin room and for an additional charge. Pets are not allowed in shared dorms. Towels are not included in the room rate of dorm rooms. Guests can rent them at the property for an additional charge or bring their own. Bed linen for the bunk beds is free of charge and provided for self-covering.
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4.1/5
Very GoodExcellent location and very friendly staff.
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Surroundings
Airport: Edinburgh Airport
(14.9 km)
Train: Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station
(660m)
Train: Haymarket Railway Station
(2.8 km)
Landmarks: Museum of Childhood
(130m)
Landmarks: Royal Mile
(180m)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
5
Bed In A Dorm Room For 12 People
1 bunk bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Shower
Private toilet
Shampoo
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3
Bed In A Dorm Room For 6 People
1 bunk bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Shower
Private toilet
Shampoo
Check Availability
3
8 Beds Dormitory
4 bunk beds
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Shower
Private toilet
Shampoo
Check Availability
3
6-Bed Dormitory
3 bunk beds
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Shower
Private toilet
Shampoo
Check Availability
4
Bed In A Dorm Room For 8 People
1 bunk bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Shower
Private toilet
Shampoo
Check Availability
7
Bed In A Dorm Room For 4 People
1 bunk bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Shower
Private toilet
Shampoo
Check Availability
3
Single Room
1 single bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Shower
Private toilet
Shampoo
Check Availability
3
Quadruple Room
2 bunk beds
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Shower
Private toilet
Check Availability
4
Triple Room With One Bunk Bed And Single Bed
1 bunk bed and 1 single bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Shower
Private toilet
Shampoo
Check Availability
3
Family Room
1 bunk bed and 2 single beds
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Shower
Private toilet
Shampoo
Check Availability
6
Bed In Bed In A Dorm Room For 10 People (Mixed Gender)
1 bunk bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Shower
Private toilet
Shampoo
Check Availability
6
Twin Room
2 single beds
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Shower
Private toilet
Check Availability
5
4-Bed Dormitory
2 bunk beds
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Shower
Private toilet
Shampoo
Check Availability
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Guest Reviews
4.1/5
Very Good
112 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.2
- Amenities3.7
- Location4.4
- Service4.2
Average for similar properties in Edinburgh
AI Summary
Guests appreciate the warm and friendly front desk service, convenient Edinburgh location near attractions, and consistently clean, well-decorated rooms and bathrooms.
Guest User
March 12, 2025
What impressed me was that the shower and toilet were in separate rooms, and that they were very clean.
The bed also had a curtain separating it, so I was able to maintain my privacy and it was comfortable.
I'd like to stay here again.
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Guest User
March 4, 2025
Average experience.Choose only if you dont have any alternate option. Rooms and toilets were clean.
You dont get a private lamp or plug point in your bed. There is not even enough plugs on the rooms. And you dont even get a bedsheet and towel. Those are extra paid.
Another big challenge is you dont get private and safe luggage storage. All you will get is some open self storage. You can lock it if you have a lock with you. The blankets also not having a blanket cover.
I choose this stay only because i didn't get any other option.
sparrowcs
February 28, 2025
Short distance to Arthur’s seat.
Tidy. Hot water shower
Can be noisy at night due to kids running around
Anonymous User
February 28, 2025
The hotel is in a very convenient location and fairly clean. However, there are often no staff at the hotel counter. When I checked in, I waited for a long time but no one was there. The door of the shower room was broken, and the automatic sensor light often turned off automatically during showering,the toilet was terribly dark;There was an extra charge for renting towels, and my friend's personal towel was even recycled as garbage by the hotel. Fortunately, the hotel staff compensated my friend with two large towels. 
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Guest User
February 20, 2025
very good location and friendly and helpful staff. Tiny average room but quite noisy at night.
Pypyppy
February 11, 2025
The location is perfect! Walking distance to different shops and sites. And there’re delicious restaurants nearby. You can also eat and drink in the bar inside of hostel. The staff is very nice.
It’s good that the shower bathrooms and toilet rooms are separated (and they have 2 toilet rooms and 2 shower rooms) so that I won’t worry about peeing myself.
However, it’s inconvenient that not every bed also hv charging port on bed. The room has charging port but some bed has individual port while some don’t have.
Guest User
February 9, 2025
Expensive. Very average.
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Guest User
February 8, 2025
The room is OK. It's my first time staying in a hostel. I'm not used to it.
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Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
24-hour front desk
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Bar
Nightclub
Billiards room
Karaoke
Tour and ticket booking service
Taxi booking service
Smoking area
Fax/copying service
Additional charge
Laundry room
Bar
Billiards room
Restaurant
Restaurant
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Parking
Parking
Transportation
Taxi booking service
Business Services
Fax/copying service
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
Tour and ticket booking service
24-hour front desk
Lockers available
Languages Spoken
English
Italian
Polish
Food & Drink
Bar
Lobby bar
Snack bar
Public Areas
ATM
Elevator
No smoking in public areas
Smoking area
Water purifier
Vending machines
Health & Wellness
Billiards room
Activities
Karaoke
Nightclub
Cleaning Services
Clothes dryer
Laundry detergent
Laundry room
Facilities for Children
Children's meals available
Children's toys
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available
Stair-free main entrance
Safety & Security
CCTV in public areas
First aid kit
Keycard entry system
Fire extinguisher
Smoke detector
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 15:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Check in via app
Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, extra beds cannot be added. Crib policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
Breakfast
TypeContinental, Vegetarian
StyleBuffet
Opening hours[Mon - Sun] 07:00-11:00 Open
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 6 years old and under | Free |
Children 7–17 years old | £4.25 (approx. PHP 315.86) per person |
Adult | Buffet:£9.50 (approx. PHP 706.03) per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Deposit Policy
DepositNo deposit required by the property
Pets
Pets are allowed on requestAdditional charge
Types of pets allowed: dogs
Fee: £12.00 (approx. PHP 891.83) per pet per night
Service Animals
Service animals are allowed on request
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Quiet Hours
Guests are required to keep quiet between 22:00–06:00
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 2006
- Number of Rooms: 131
With a stay at a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, just a 3-minute walk from Royal Mile and 9 minutes by foot from Princes Street. This hostel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from St. Giles' Cathedral.
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 Edinburgh City - Hostel, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities.
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.
Please note that pets are only allowed in private rooms like single and twin room and for an additional charge. Pets are not allowed in shared dorms. Towels are not included in the room rate of dorm rooms. Guests can rent them at the property for an additional charge or bring their own. Bed linen for the bunk beds is free of charge and provided for self-covering.