a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

Property class: 2
Hostel with restaurant, near Royal Mile

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A&o Hostel Edinburgh City puts you 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.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

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)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Snack bar/deli
The current price is $120
$151 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9

Room options

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a small table with two orange stools.

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A corridor with bunk beds, wooden flooring, and a door at the end.

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, and a door leading to another room.

Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden headboard, white bedding, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a single bed, a small table, and a door leading to a hallway.

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Quadruple Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Twin room for Single use

A hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed with white linens, a small table, a chair, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a window with curtains.

Twin room for Single use

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a small orange ottoman.

8-Bed Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wooden door, and a small table with chairs.

6-Bed Room (Bunk Beds Only)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a single bed, a small table, and a door leading to a hallway.

Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in dormitory BUNK BED

  • Sleeps 1

Bed in dormitory CAPACITY 1

  • Sleeps 1

Bed in dormitory CAPACITY 4

  • Sleeps 1

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. Giles' Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grassmarket - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Princes Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 33 min drive
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 5 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 5 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

  • ‪The City Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bannerman's Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪WHISKI Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Advocate - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Mitre - ‬2 min walk

About this property

a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

  • A&o Hostel Edinburgh City puts you 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

Hotel size

    • 132 rooms

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

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

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

Children

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

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation*

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

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
  • Locally sourced food is prioritized
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Renewable energy used
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • 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

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer (on request)

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • 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.

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: GreenSign Hotel. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 6.00 percent will be charged

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 13 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 13 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 13 per pet, per night

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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 some solar energy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Smart City Hostels Edinburgh
Smart Hostels Hostel Edinburgh City
Smart City Hostels Edinburgh Hotel Edinburgh
Smart City Hostels Edinburgh Scotland
Smart City Hostels Safestay Hostel Edinburgh
Smart City Hostels Safestay Hostel
Smart City Hostels Safestay Edinburgh
Smart City Hostels Safestay
Smart City Hostels by Safestay
Safestay Edinburgh Royal Mile Edinburgh
Smart City Hostels by Safestay
Safestay Edinburgh Royal Mile Hostel
Safestay Royal Mile Hostel
Safestay Royal Mile
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Safestay Edinburgh Royal Mile
Safestay Edinburgh
Smart City Hostels Edinburgh
a o Edinburgh City
a o Edinburgh City Hostel
Safestay Edinburgh Royal Mile
a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, a&o Hostel Edinburgh City 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 Hostel Edinburgh City?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 13 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of GBP 13 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 13 (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

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

A&o Hostel Edinburgh City has a garden.

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

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

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

A&o Hostel Edinburgh City is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 5-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley Station and 2 minutes' walk from Royal Mile.

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Reviews

a&o Hostel Edinburgh City Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

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8/10 Very good

Very well located, staff was very helpful, great to have roof top with beer and pizza accessible from the hotel. On the down side, mattress quality is rather low.
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8/10 Very good

This is a hostel that is really big and does offer convenience in terms of location, kitchen, onsite restaurant and bar, as well as events... With that said, the staff can he easily overwhelmed and you will need to be careful with your belongings, if anything happens, the staff is helpful though.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, bar on property was great.
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4/10 Fair

The kitchen had no cutlery or plates. Rooms were clean and very basic. I stayed on Friday night and the bar was right below our room which was noisy. It was busy as expected during fringe festival. Very central.
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8/10 Very good

A fab base just off the royal mile. Stayed during the Fringe with my teenage daughter. Helpful staff at check in. Our dorm was spacious and clean. Beds comfy. Good shower. The shared kitchen was clean and fine to self cater in - a couple of ovens etc... but occasionally lacking in cuttlery. Only real negative- were on the 2nd floor over the pub garden - it was very noisy until about 1am. But didn't really bother us. Alll part of the buzz.They have rooms on higher floors if you want to avoid that. Bar and events were really good.
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10/10 Exceptional

Older property but well maintained. Check in and out was quick and easy, the staff was very friendly and helpful. The location was perfect, right in the middle of the city. We stayed in a family room and would absolutely stay here again.
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8/10 Very good

Basic hostel. Loud part of town at night, but clean safe place to stay in a shared room for cheap.
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4/10 Fair

Bart part was the location which was pretty central and the free luggage storage. How ever there was no outlet in the room or possibility to charge by the bed. At all. Was there for the fringe so was booked and busy all day from 10 to past midnight and then had to spend 1 hour in the lobby charging my devices. Would not book again
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10/10 Exceptional

Really nice staff and very clean, very comfy beds
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10/10 Exceptional

The shops were close and the staff were incredibly helpful and nice
Verified review

6/10 Good

Staff was polite and helpful with directions. Breakfast had no eggs, and the coffee machine was not working well. Also, I wish I did not have to pay for a towel, and the bar downstairs below my room was very noisy, so I did not get much sleep.
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2/10 Poor

Hostel was overbooked on the weekend of the marathon - reception staff were amazing at handling the situation and got us somewhere else quickly but still quite stressful for all the family the night before my race.
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6/10 Good

Comfortable beds and good location
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Location and very friendly and helpful staff.
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8/10 Very good

Very central location clean and modern facilities
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10/10 Exceptional

Yes room was spotless staff very nice and helpful
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect spot. Very close a lot of popular places and has a good bar attached to it. Also the staff is very nice.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good location in the Old Town, clean and buzzing, lovely staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Very very clean and spotless, staff unbelievable and helpful. Definitely going back
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10/10 Exceptional

Really like to stay, it was really clean and the staff is really, really helpful
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10/10 Exceptional

10/10 Amazing Staff and great location

Amazing Staff and great location
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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.
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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.
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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.
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very good and the bar at the hostel is great. The food was lovely