Hostel with a restaurant, steps from Royal Mile Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hostel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and express check-out are onsite. A&o Edinburgh City - Hostel offers 132 accommodations. This Edinburgh hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.
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Amenities
Wheelchair Accessible
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Wellness Facilities
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Eco Friendly
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 pm; check-in end time: anytime early check-in fee: gbp 12.00 early check-in subject to availability minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 am express check-out available late check-out fee: gbp 12.00 late check-out subject to availability
Child Policy
Children are welcome. kids stay free! children stay free when using existing bedding. rollaway/extra beds are not available. cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment Policy
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately gbp 9.9 for adults and gbp 4.95 for children pet fee: gbp 12.00 per pet, per night service animals are exempt from fees early check-in fee: gbp 12.00 (subject to availability) late check-out fee: gbp 12.00 (subject to availability) the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pet Policy
1 total pets pets allowed for an extra charge of gbp 12.00 per pet, per night service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation welcoming dogs only
Cashless transactions are available extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property accepts major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted 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 this property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Reviews
Grecelli
Nov 5, 2025 05:15:31 AM
Review Score:
6
Summary: The place is conveniently located near several tourist attractions, with plenty of restaurants to choose from nearby. The location makes it easy to explore the area, which we really appreciated.
However, it can get quite noisy at night due to sounds from outside or the pub at the hostel, even with the windows closed. There’s no proper ventilation in the room, and it feels quite warm even when the heater isn’t on. When we arrived, two of the beds hadn’t been prepared, so we had to put on the bed linens and duvet covers ourselves. The room was also a bit dusty, and there were noticeable marks or stains on the uncovered pillows and duvets.
The electrical sockets are all located in one spot near the radiator, which isn’t very convenient since it’s far from the bunk beds. This made it difficult for others in the room to charge their devices. There’s also only one small trash bin provided, which was used for both the toilet and the room. Considering it’s meant for a group or family stay, we found this setup not very practical or hygienic.
Overall, the location is great and convenient for sightseeing, but the room could use some improvements in cleanliness, comfort, and layout to make it more suitable for group stays
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Reviews
Grecelli
Nov 5, 2025 05:15:31 AM
Review Score:
6
Summary: The place is conveniently located near several tourist attractions, with plenty of restaurants to choose from nearby. The location makes it easy to explore the area, which we really appreciated.
However, it can get quite noisy at night due to sounds from outside or the pub at the hostel, even with the windows closed. There’s no proper ventilation in the room, and it feels quite warm even when the heater isn’t on. When we arrived, two of the beds hadn’t been prepared, so we had to put on the bed linens and duvet covers ourselves. The room was also a bit dusty, and there were noticeable marks or stains on the uncovered pillows and duvets.
The electrical sockets are all located in one spot near the radiator, which isn’t very convenient since it’s far from the bunk beds. This made it difficult for others in the room to charge their devices. There’s also only one small trash bin provided, which was used for both the toilet and the room. Considering it’s meant for a group or family stay, we found this setup not very practical or hygienic.
Overall, the location is great and convenient for sightseeing, but the room could use some improvements in cleanliness, comfort, and layout to make it more suitable for group stays
Agnes
Nov 4, 2025 06:06:46 AM
Review Score:
10
Summary: Yes room was spotless staff very nice and helpful
Keith
Oct 18, 2025 10:00:00 PM
Review Score:
10
Summary: 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
Robert
Oct 11, 2025 01:15:37 AM
Review Score:
4
Summary: 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.
Paul
Oct 8, 2025 04:59:14 PM
Review Score:
10
Summary: Clean room, quiet night which i didnt expect.
Himanshi
Sep 24, 2025 02:04:22 AM
Review Score:
10
Summary: 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!!!
Sophia
Aug 23, 2025 01:45:00 AM
Review Score:
10
Summary: Great location, comfortable room and lots of entertainment at the hostel.
Heather
Aug 19, 2025 02:44:16 AM
Review Score:
8
Summary: 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.
Miriam
Aug 18, 2025 01:31:34 AM
Review Score:
6
Summary: An okay hostel. However I think it's much too expensive for what you get. There is no AC in the rooms, and despite having the one window open it was HOT in there. Made it really difficult to sleep. The noise from the street is also quite loud with drunk people and traffic. The room got really hot and stuffy.
Aug 13, 2025 04:53:03 PM
Review Score:
8
Summary: 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.
