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a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

Name: a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
Address: 50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1NE, 50 Blackfriars Street, EH1 1NE, Scotland
Rating: 7.6

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Yoshiana S.

9.7

/ 10

Safestay is really good, close to the city center, just a 5-minute walk to Royal Mile Street, 10-15 minutes to Edinburgh Castle, if you like shopping, it's on Princess Street, 10 minutes walk. There is also a free walking tour about 2-2.5 hours, pretty good information about Edinburg, the rooms are clean, there is a bar downstairs, if you can book with breakfast in this bar, but if not include breakfast, there is also a kitchen complete with microwave, stove, cutlery and cooking utensils. Arriving early or returning home after check-out time is easy, just leave it at luggage storage, free, recommended this place.

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Mohammad

10.0

/ 10

Lovely stay in a very nice location. Staff at reception were absolutely lovely and were super helpful! Will gladly stay here again :)

Jody

10.0

/ 10

The manager was very cordial and kind when we checked in. The hostel itself is excellent. No air, but fans that do the trick. We stayed in a four bunk room with two private toilets and showers. It was great. Close to everything and we walked everywhere. The street and sidewalk outside were a little littered. But that did not affect our stay. There was a cafe and small outdoor gathering area perfect for a rest or cocktail!

Jeana

10.0

/ 10

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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50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1NE

Main Facilities

This accommodation offers:

Billiard

Elevator

Garden

Bicycle storage

Wheelchair accessible

Express check-out

Outdoor facilities

note: hostel was previously named a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel a&o Hostel Edinburgh City is a hostel is located at Edinburgh. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.

a&o Hostel Edinburgh City Address: Map & Location

50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1NE

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General
Near Royal Mile

Location
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.

Attractions
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

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.

Business Facilities
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities.

Dining
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.

Rooms
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.

All facilities in a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

Facility

Billiard

Entertainment Facility

Common Space

Lobby

Bedroom

Others

Food and Drinks

Vegetarian meal
Breakfast
Snack bar

Things to Do

Outdoor facilities
TV lounge
Garden

Transportation

Bicycle storage

Connectivity

Free WiFi

General

Terrace

Accessibilty

Wheelchair accessible
Accessibility equipment

Public Facilities

Smoke-free area
Elevator

Hotel Services

Express check-out
24-hour Receptionist

Nearby Facilities

ATM/Banking

Sports and Recreations

Billiard

Accommodation Policy & General Information in a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

General Check-in Instructions

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 credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses some solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

, Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pets

Limited Number Of Pets In Room

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General Information

Popular Facilities
Check-In / Check-Out Time	From 15:00 - to 10:00
Breakfast Availability	Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at a&o Hostel Edinburgh City	132
Number of floors in a&o Hostel Edinburgh City	6
Another facilities in a&o Hostel Edinburgh City	Vegetarian meal, Breakfast, Snack bar, Outdoor facilities, TV lounge

Frequently asked question in a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

What Time is Check In & Check Out at a&o Hostel Edinburgh City?

Check-in time at a&o Hostel Edinburgh City is staring from From 15:00 while the latest check-out time is at before Before 10:00. If you need a hotel early check-in or late check-out, you can submit a special request during your booking. Important: Special requests for flexible check-in or check-out times are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. If having an early check-in or late check-out is important for your travel plans, please review the cancellation policy before confirming your reservation.

Does a&o Hostel Edinburgh City provide breakfast?

Yes, a&o Hostel Edinburgh City provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.

What is The Star Hotel Classification of a&o Hostel Edinburgh City?

a&o Hostel Edinburgh City is officially classified as a 2.0-star hotel. This star hotel classification indicates the standard of facilities and services provided to guests.

How many floors does a&o Hostel Edinburgh City have?

a&o Hostel Edinburgh City has 6 floors.

How many rooms are available at a&o Hostel Edinburgh City?

a&o Hostel Edinburgh City has 132 rooms in total.

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Overall Ratings & Reviews a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

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Other sources (1,001)

7.6

Pleasant

From 1,001 reviews

Cleanliness

7.6

Room Comfort

7.0

Location

9.4

Service and Facilites

8.0

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Jeremie

Friends and family Family

8.0

/10

Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

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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.

Ross Andrew

8.0

/10

Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The hostel was walkable to many sites. Only thing I did not like was on the first day I recieved semi clean linen that I had to exchanged. Noise from the bar did not bother me but getting breakfast was a hassle in that I had to go to the front desk and charge it and scan it in front of the buffet scanner. Quite a bit of work for that early in the morning. Could be efficient in the future. Overall hostel staff were exemplary and amicable. Enjoyed quiz night and karaoke night! Will go back again to a&o Edinburgh City hostel when I return to Edinburgh. Thank you for making my 1st visit to Scotland a memorable experience!

Eleanor

6.0

/10

Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The kitchen is barely functional. It needs a lot of work. The wifi was also a challenge- likely due to construction.

Geese

8.0

/10

Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Meeting requirements and convenience location

Mary

6.0

/10

Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The location at the bottom of the street near the Cowgate was ok but I needed to take into account the incline up to the high street. Closeness to station and transport is good. Breakfast adequate for the day’s excursions. Needed to get to bus station and did it in 20mins. At 80 years of age I was proud of myself! There were many senior citizens in the building. My only criticism would be not knowing the layout and procedure for food etc all doable.

Kamel Ibrahim

8.0

/10

Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The hostel is close to royal miles one of the tourist attractions in Edinburgh. Definitely worth it for solo traveler

Mohammad

Friends and family with Friends

10.0

/10

Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Lovely stay in a very nice location. Staff at reception were absolutely lovely and were super helpful! Will gladly stay here again :)

Kimberly

Friends and family with Friends

4.0

/10

Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The hostel was very hot. The windows only open slightly, which is understandable for safety reasons. However our room overlooked an outdoor bar area. We had to shut the window because of the noise of the bar, but this meant our room became very hot overnight. The mattress and pillow were too firm so it was an uncomfortable night. Main areas of the room looked clean but there was a sickly smell in the bathroom area of our room and some of the furniture looked dirty and difficult to clean. The hostel is in a good central location, but I would not stay there again.

John

6.0

/10

Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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.

William

with Partner

2.0

/10

Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

There was no elevator and we had to take the luggage up the steep stairs. There was no air conditioner and the windows barely open to let the cold in. The open windows let all the scream and loud talking from the amenities area, you could barely sleep. The toilet and the shower was no divided and everything got wet, moreover the water from the shower did not drained maintaining the water still, not very clean sharing this with strangers. DO NOT STAY HERE.

Md Mehdi

10.0

/10

Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

very economical stay

Jody

10.0

/10

Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Eric

8.0

/10

Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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

Jeana

with Children

10.0

/10

Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Louise

Friends and family Family

2.0

/10

Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.

Elyce

with Friends

8.0

/10

Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

We had a few issues upon arrival, as the key cards didn’t work and one of the elevators was out of service. However, the staff were extremely helpful and quickly addressed everything. While these issues were inconvenient, they didn’t seem to be within the hostel’s control. The staff really went above and beyond to make up for the inconvenience, which we appreciated. The facilities and amenities were good overall, and the room, while a bit small, was perfectly fine for a hostel—I've definitely stayed in smaller. Overall, I would highly recommend this place. The bar food was also excellent and definitely a highlight of the stay.

Prince

10.0

/10

Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great area!

Martin

10.0

/10

Reviewed 33 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great location, bar on property was great.

Colin

10.0

/10

Reviewed 35 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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

Jorge Alberto

10.0

/10

Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great location and clutter free.

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