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a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

Others
7.6
/10
Pleasant
997 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

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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Lindsay
10.0
/ 10
I was only really here for 8 hours to sleep and shower but the vibe was great, the staff were friendly and very helpful, and even the toilets in the bar were clean.
Susan
10.0
/ 10
Excellent accomadations. Fantastic atmosphere. Easy walking to everywhere!
Daphne
10.0
/ 10
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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50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1NE

Main Facilities

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Restaurant
24-Hour Front Desk
WiFi
Elevator
a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel is a accommodation in a good neighborhood, which 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.
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a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel is a accommodation in a good neighborhood, which is located at Edinburgh.

About a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel is the smartest choice for you who are looking for affordable accommodation with outstanding service.

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.

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All facilities in a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

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Others

Public Facilities

  • Others
  • Elevator
  • Restaurant
  • Smoke-free area

Hotel Services

  • Tours
  • Laundry service
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour Receptionist

Food and Drinks

  • Bar
  • Breakfast
  • Snack bar

Things to Do

  • Garden

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

General

  • Terrace

In-room Facilities

  • TV

Nearby Facilities

  • ATM/Banking

Sports and Recreations

  • Billiard

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

Important Note
  • 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.

  • 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
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
  • 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.

Hotel only accepts guests with minimum age of 18

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
From 15:00
Check-out:
Before 10:00
Hotel policy is not yet available.

General Information

Popular Facilities
Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi, Elevator
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 Edinburgh City - Hostel
132
Number of floors in a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel
6
Another facilities in a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel
Others, Smoke-free area, Tours, Laundry service, Express check-out

Frequently asked question in a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

What are available facilities at a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel?
There are top facilites at a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel such as Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel?
The standard check-in time at a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel is starting from From 15:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 10:00
Does a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel provide breakfast?
Yes, a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
How many stars does a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel have?
a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel is a 2.0-star hotel.
How many floors does a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel have?
a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel has 6 floors.
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Overall Ratings & Reviews a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

Traveloka (14)
Other sources (983)
7.6
Pleasant
From 983 reviews
Cleanliness

7.6

Room Comfort

6.8

Location

9.4

Service and Facilites

7.8

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Traveler Reviews a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

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Top reviews
Jerusha
6.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

advertising TV in private room but no TV’s were working. Hostel aware of this and didn’t inform me
Verified traveler
2.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

HORRIFIC customer service and overcharged me by double. I made a reservation to stay in a 10-bedroom dorm, and when I clicked to make the booking, I was told the rate was $37 for the night. Then, I was charged double once the booking was processed. I *immediately* called and asked them to refund me the difference, or otherwise cancel the reservation entirely. They refused, saying the booking was non-refundable. Their customer service, both via and email and in person, could not have been more rude either. STAY AWAY!
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shashi
icon-Leisure
Leisure
6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Towel only on extra payment. Bathrooms not so clean.
Yan
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Facilities old, toilet not working well, shower room dirty. Bonus points, walking distance to the train station and the old town, royal miles.
Robert
icon-Leisure
Leisure
4.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The dorm that I was assigned was not like those illustrated. I specifically booked to stay here because all of the images include photos of bunks with curtains (I don't mind a dorm but I do think a curtain is pretty much essential to get a decent night's sleep). Also, the room shared a shower room with the dorm nextdoor which meant that fellow guests would often turn the lights on unexpectedly, etc.
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Lindsay
icon-Business
Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I was only really here for 8 hours to sleep and shower but the vibe was great, the staff were friendly and very helpful, and even the toilets in the bar were clean.
Saya
icon-Business and Leisure
Business and Leisure
2.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I appreciated that they had an easily accessible luggage room. Fortunately, my roommates were quite tidy, and the bathroom wasn’t in bad condition. However, I have to mention a serious flaw. I stayed in a room with eight double bunk beds, but the top bunks didn’t have any power outlets. I asked the person in the lower bunk if I could use one of the outlets near his bed (since each lower bunk had two), but because he had asked me out as soon as I arrived—and I declined—he simply ignored me. Leaving that individual aside, the real issue is the system itself. Guests shouldn’t have to negotiate with each other for something as essential as access to electricity. It’s a completely flawed setup. I won’t be staying here again. Tourists rely on their phones for navigation, communication, and planning—who would choose accommodation where there’s no guarantee you can even charge your device???
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Sophia
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great location, comfortable room and lots of entertainment at the hostel.
Jonathan
2.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Absolutely appalling!!!!! Booked a room via hotels.com and when showing up to check in. I was told that there’s absolutely NO record of my reservation whatsoever in their system. And that they are totally fully booked. Not even room in the broom cupboard. Therefore I had to pay £380 for a taxi home (went door to door to other hotels but Edinburgh festival is on and all full) Having booked through hotels.com, I was told by the receptionist that I was the one that had to get in contact with Hotels.com to sort the refund. I have since been told from hotels.com that after speaking to the hostel, that they did indeed have my reservation (even though they didn’t when I showed up) and are now not going ahead with my refund! Funnily enough, I said this very thing to the receptionist and the person from Hotels.com that of course the hostel will say they had my reservation and “I didn’t turn up” and will no longer be eligible for a refund. How absolutely disgusting from both parties. Shocking, shocking, shocking
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Heather
8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
Janice
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
4.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

When myself and friends checked in at reception we were told the room was different to the one booked! I had booked a quad room with 2 single beds and a set of bunk beds it had been changed to 2 sets of bunk beds bearing in mind I booked this in January and 2 of us could not get on the top bunk one of us had knee problems the other was 74 years old and couldn’t possibly get on the top bunk. I received no email to say the room had been changed and the receptionist said nothing could be done and didn’t seem bothered, we had to put the mattress on the floor so my friend could get some sleep.
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Peter
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Leisure with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

why?
Verified traveler
4.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

To be fair we stayed on a very hot day during Edinburgh festival and didnt know the hostel was a venue. The room was far too hot (a fan maybe at least?) which meant we couldn't close the window without feeling like we were going to be cooked alive in our beds. Sadly the window was directly over the venue. A good place for the young or party goers or insomniacs.
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Colette
icon-Leisure
Leisure
6.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I took some of my own toiletries and some disappeared ( not by anyone staying as I had my own room)
Sarah
icon-Leisure
Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff was great at the property. It had a few issues like a broken shower handle and the window opening to the bar, plus the keys were finicky, but it was really clean in the room and I felt really welcomed and safe.
Susan
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent accomadations. Fantastic atmosphere. Easy walking to everywhere!
Daphne
icon-Friends and Family
Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
Zoe
icon-Leisure with Children
Leisure with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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.
Carl
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Such a cool place to stay so close to the Mile. We got to do so much in the two days. Love the bar area.
Anita
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Easy check-in, had to queue but that was fine. Friendly staff and very helpful. Clean room, basic but everything we needed in the family room. Good mattresses but squeaky frames, large towels and good facilities. Great spot for getting around town and sights.
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Overall Ratings & Reviews a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

Traveloka (14)
Other sources (983)
7.6
Pleasant
From 983 reviews
Cleanliness

7.6

Room Comfort

6.8

Location

9.4

Service and Facilites

7.8

Sort by
Most Relevant
Preferences
See All

Traveler Reviews a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

Number of reviews per page
20
40
Top reviews
Jerusha
6.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

advertising TV in private room but no TV’s were working. Hostel aware of this and didn’t inform me
Verified traveler
2.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

HORRIFIC customer service and overcharged me by double. I made a reservation to stay in a 10-bedroom dorm, and when I clicked to make the booking, I was told the rate was $37 for the night. Then, I was charged double once the booking was processed. I *immediately* called and asked them to refund me the difference, or otherwise cancel the reservation entirely. They refused, saying the booking was non-refundable. Their customer service, both via and email and in person, could not have been more rude either. STAY AWAY!
Read More
shashi
icon-Leisure
Leisure
6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Towel only on extra payment. Bathrooms not so clean.
Yan
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Facilities old, toilet not working well, shower room dirty. Bonus points, walking distance to the train station and the old town, royal miles.
Robert
icon-Leisure
Leisure
4.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The dorm that I was assigned was not like those illustrated. I specifically booked to stay here because all of the images include photos of bunks with curtains (I don't mind a dorm but I do think a curtain is pretty much essential to get a decent night's sleep). Also, the room shared a shower room with the dorm nextdoor which meant that fellow guests would often turn the lights on unexpectedly, etc.
Read More
Lindsay
icon-Business
Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I was only really here for 8 hours to sleep and shower but the vibe was great, the staff were friendly and very helpful, and even the toilets in the bar were clean.
Saya
icon-Business and Leisure
Business and Leisure
2.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I appreciated that they had an easily accessible luggage room. Fortunately, my roommates were quite tidy, and the bathroom wasn’t in bad condition. However, I have to mention a serious flaw. I stayed in a room with eight double bunk beds, but the top bunks didn’t have any power outlets. I asked the person in the lower bunk if I could use one of the outlets near his bed (since each lower bunk had two), but because he had asked me out as soon as I arrived—and I declined—he simply ignored me. Leaving that individual aside, the real issue is the system itself. Guests shouldn’t have to negotiate with each other for something as essential as access to electricity. It’s a completely flawed setup. I won’t be staying here again. Tourists rely on their phones for navigation, communication, and planning—who would choose accommodation where there’s no guarantee you can even charge your device???
Read More
Sophia
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great location, comfortable room and lots of entertainment at the hostel.
Jonathan
2.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Absolutely appalling!!!!! Booked a room via hotels.com and when showing up to check in. I was told that there’s absolutely NO record of my reservation whatsoever in their system. And that they are totally fully booked. Not even room in the broom cupboard. Therefore I had to pay £380 for a taxi home (went door to door to other hotels but Edinburgh festival is on and all full) Having booked through hotels.com, I was told by the receptionist that I was the one that had to get in contact with Hotels.com to sort the refund. I have since been told from hotels.com that after speaking to the hostel, that they did indeed have my reservation (even though they didn’t when I showed up) and are now not going ahead with my refund! Funnily enough, I said this very thing to the receptionist and the person from Hotels.com that of course the hostel will say they had my reservation and “I didn’t turn up” and will no longer be eligible for a refund. How absolutely disgusting from both parties. Shocking, shocking, shocking
Read More
Heather
8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
Janice
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
4.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

When myself and friends checked in at reception we were told the room was different to the one booked! I had booked a quad room with 2 single beds and a set of bunk beds it had been changed to 2 sets of bunk beds bearing in mind I booked this in January and 2 of us could not get on the top bunk one of us had knee problems the other was 74 years old and couldn’t possibly get on the top bunk. I received no email to say the room had been changed and the receptionist said nothing could be done and didn’t seem bothered, we had to put the mattress on the floor so my friend could get some sleep.
Read More
Peter
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

why?
Verified traveler
4.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

To be fair we stayed on a very hot day during Edinburgh festival and didnt know the hostel was a venue. The room was far too hot (a fan maybe at least?) which meant we couldn't close the window without feeling like we were going to be cooked alive in our beds. Sadly the window was directly over the venue. A good place for the young or party goers or insomniacs.
Read More
Colette
icon-Leisure
Leisure
6.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I took some of my own toiletries and some disappeared ( not by anyone staying as I had my own room)
Sarah
icon-Leisure
Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff was great at the property. It had a few issues like a broken shower handle and the window opening to the bar, plus the keys were finicky, but it was really clean in the room and I felt really welcomed and safe.
Susan
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent accomadations. Fantastic atmosphere. Easy walking to everywhere!
Daphne
icon-Friends and Family
Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
Zoe
icon-Leisure with Children
Leisure with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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.
Carl
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Such a cool place to stay so close to the Mile. We got to do so much in the two days. Love the bar area.
Anita
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Easy check-in, had to queue but that was fine. Friendly staff and very helpful. Clean room, basic but everything we needed in the family room. Good mattresses but squeaky frames, large towels and good facilities. Great spot for getting around town and sights.
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