Argyle Backpackers

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7.6
Pleasant
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Cleanliness

7.4

Room Comfort

7.0

Service and Facilites

8.0

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Kate
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Leisure with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

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Only issue was one showers hot water didn’t work! But loved the place and the location!
Hennadii
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Friends and Family
2.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

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Terrible check-in experience. For two days we tried to get information on how to access our room because we were arriving at night, but we never received any response. We even called, and they promised to send the details, but nothing ever came. An absolute nightmare of a check-in.
David John
4.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

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Just not very clean, not well kept. Uncomfortable bed. I just think that having a festival on shouldn't mean putting prices up sky high. £87 it shouldn't even be £7.
PAUL
4.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

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I reserved what was supposed to be a single room with a private bathroom. No bathroom and the room was so small with a single bed and no furniture except a table with a vase on it. The problem I really had was that the only parking NEAR the place was all permitted. If you wanted to stay there you had to park a few blocks away and walk back. Not good for anyone. I decided to look elsewhere and found a nice place that had parking and a bigger room. This place is OK if you're young and have no issues walking all over the place. The gentleman behind the counter was new but very helpful. His name was Tom. Shout out to him!!
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Dane
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Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

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Central and very affordable
Anna E
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Business
2.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

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My daughter went to visit the university and arrived at the premises at around 6.45. The hostel had not sent a code to get in. She could not get access to the hostel. No staff were in the building despite her arriving before 9.30 (the time it said you needed to phone ahead). We phoned and sent messages but no response. She gained access because of another guest. Luckily the other guest was able to unlock the keybox, otherwise she would have been completely stuck. A day later we have had no response. The information said the front desk was manned till five and to make contact if arriving after 9.30 but no one was there. Luckily my daughter was not alone and the other guests were able to help her. They described having a similar problem earlier in the day. My daughter was also surprised when she did get in not to have a proper bed as all the photos showed beds. The kitchen was nice, but the service was nonexistent.
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Meghan
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Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 28 week(s) ago

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I really enjoyed my stay here. I was in room 17 which is on the top floor. One toilet/shower room and one shower room on my landing meant I experienced no queues when needing to use the facilities. Great sized kitchen, lovely seating areas inside and out to enjoy your meals or a wee chat. I was staying here for work purposes and truly did enjoy my stay. A few reviews online I read before arriving gave me anxiety but these people are so ridiculous and imo over exaggerating. I feel if you grew up with a silver spoon in your mouth, you could find something to complain about. However if you can be a humble human, and appreciate a clean place to stay, in a nice location, with friendly staff and guests and appreciate the price that your paying, I think you will definitely enjoy your stay. The bathrooms were completely spotless each day with there being a little basket of freebies from previous guests which was lovely if you had forgot something and the kitchen was kept clean and tidy and well equipped which meant I didn’t have to spend money ordering take away and could just cook dinner at my leisure. My only issue was the WiFi situation, but it’s not the end of the world for me to be without WiFi. Would stay again if coming through to Edinburgh
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Bella
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Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 28 week(s) ago

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Area is absolutely perfect for exploring Edinburgh! Grocery stores are at a walkable distance, the street feels safe and quiet, and all of the major tourist attractions are at a walkable distance. It was nice to be away from the city centre bustle, but close enough to be able to walk there when you wish. Convenient check in and checkout. Kitchens had everything you need and even some free stuff which was nice! Garden/patio area was very pretty and we enjoyed spending time out there :)
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Brynn
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Leisure with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 29 week(s) ago

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The building had old charm. The pipes were very noisy in our room every time the water was run.
Sagar
6.0
/10
Reviewed 29 week(s) ago

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Nice for the value
Ines
2.0
/10
Reviewed 31 week(s) ago

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The room was very dirty, floor full of hairs and bathroom as well.
Danial
10.0
/10
Reviewed 33 week(s) ago

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Nice hostel. Complimentary coffee and tea. Staff were nice and helpful
Jared
6.0
/10
Reviewed 33 week(s) ago

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Cheap by edinburgh standards, so you get what you paid for really. Cleanliness wasnt the best but its a room in a good location which was what we were looking for
Verified traveler
8.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

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This is a nice place to stay in Edinburgh if you are intending to be out most of the time and don't need a fancy hotel! It's very much a hostel but it's in a quieter area of the city with lots of nice cafes and brunch places around. Easy 20 min walk from the station. Clean enough but it is an old town house so not immaculate!
Courage
10.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

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Easy to check in and out!
Hugh
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

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Very conveniently located, walking from train station and to points of interest and to restaurants. Very clean, and quiet, well organized.
DAVID
8.0
/10
Reviewed 41 week(s) ago

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Really good hostel. Only thing is if they could mention the towel policy in the instructions email. I'll stay again for sure.
Jose
6.0
/10
Reviewed 55 week(s) ago

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50 50 thank you the safe in my room was shut and it woudnt ipen and try and fix your tvs:)
Craig
6.0
/10
Reviewed 57 week(s) ago

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Its a budget hostel, so no complaints. I needed a cheap room to stay in/go back too after clubbing until 3am. I had a single bedroom which was through behind the kitchen. Nice and quiet, clean bedding, and warm enough. Carpet could do with a good hoover though ! I would use again for the same purpose.
devichandana
8.0
/10
Reviewed 64 week(s) ago

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