a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

Travelers unwind with meals at Bar 50 or challenge friends to pool games at this vibrant Edinburgh hostel where relaxation meets adventure

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January 2026

19

February 2026

Check-in/check-out kiosk - a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel (Edinburgh)

Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner - a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel (Edinburgh)

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served - a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel (Edinburgh)

Located in Edinburgh's heart, a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel offers a warm atmosphere, practical laundry facilities, and secure bike storage. Guests enjoy meals at Bar 50 all day and relax with in-room WiFi. Attentive staff ensures a memorable experience for all.

Good

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Bar
Laundry

￥14,875 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 26 - Jan 27

Room options

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Tonight

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Tomorrow

Jan 20 - Jan 21

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

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Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory

Exceptional

Highlights

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

22 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

26 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory

Very good

Highlights

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

26 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory

Very good

Highlights

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

26 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Twin Room

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Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

Pet friendly

16 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)

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Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

Pet friendly

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

Quadruple Room

Good

Highlights

Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

Pet friendly

22 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Twin Bunk Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Twin room for Single use

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Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

Pet friendly

Sleeps 1
2 Twin Beds

8-Bed Room

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Eco-friendly toiletries

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Sleeps 8
4 Twin Bunk Beds

6-Bed Room (Bunk Beds Only)

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Eco-friendly toiletries

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 6
3 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel is near a train station. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.

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EH1 1NE, Scotland, Edinburgh, 50 Blackfriars Street

What's nearby

Royal Mile - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
University of Edinburgh - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Princes Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Grassmarket - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Edinburgh Castle - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 5 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 11 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

‪Whiski Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
‪Bannerman's Bar - ‬1 min walk
‪The Royal Oak - ‬2 min walk
‪Cabaret Voltaire - ‬2 min walk
‪Burrito 'n Shakes - ‬3 min walk

About this property

a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel

Hostel near Royal Mile

A short walk from University of Edinburgh and Princes Street, a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. The on-site restaurant, Bar 50, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

You'll also find perks like:

Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and a billiards/pool table
ATM/banking services, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
A TV in the lobby, an elevator, and bicycle parking
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff

Room features

All 132 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Eco-friendly toiletries and showers
LED light bulbs and daily housekeeping

Similar properties

Free WiFi
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Bar

￥16,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 for adults and GBP 5 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

Bar 50

Things to do

Bicycle storage
Billiards/pool table
TV in common areas

Family friendly

Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Laundry facilities
Vending machine
Water dispenser

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Elevator (93 inch wide door)

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100% renewable energy
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Comprehensive food waste policy
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoking not allowed
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Hair dryer (on request)
Shower

More

Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Eco-friendly toiletries
LED lighting
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: GBP 13

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: GBP 13

Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 13 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total pets

Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 10 for adults and GBP 5 for children
Pet fee: GBP 13 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: GBP 13 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: GBP 13 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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Frequently asked questions

Is a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hostel allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 13 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel?

As of Jan 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel on Jan 26, 2026 start from ￥12,396, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 13 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 13 (subject to availability).

Where is a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this hostel is steps from Museum of Childhood and Royal Mile. University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket are also within 10 minutes. St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 11 minutes by foot and Princes Street Tram Stop is 14 minutes.

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a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Daniel

Dec 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very central location clean and modern facilities

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Nov 12, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Comfortable beds and good location

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Oct 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent Location and very friendly and helpful staff.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SARAH

Sep 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Oct 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daphne

Jul 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Jul 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Oct 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean room, quiet night which i didnt expect.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Beatrice

Jun 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Yan

Aug 29, 2025

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Facilities old, toilet not working well, shower room dirty. Bonus points, walking distance to the train station and the old town, royal miles.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Himanshi

Sep 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

THE PERFECT DORM EVER!

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!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajat

Mar 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Anita

Jun 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Aug 10, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

10/10 Amazing Staff and great location

Amazing Staff and great location

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Nov 4, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Aug 16, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We stayed in a private double room with its own bathroom. The location was wonderful as was the staff. I would stay again.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cesar

Jun 21, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

clean,safe,close to the main landmarks of the city

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

TANG King

Mar 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very nice and cute place. The staff are super helpful. Love the pub downstairs. Getting a bit too warm at night (March), and the shower room design is not friendly for people that in a normal body size… the door is very very narrow.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quynh

Nov 26, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I like the area. Easy to get around to other places and very close to shopping center.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micheal

Feb 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rugby refuge

Very adequate while there for a rugby match. Excellent location just off the royal mile. Very safe and secure

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blair

Dec 17, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Hostel in Scotland!

Really well placed in the centre of Edinburgh, Staff were amazing and really happy with overall cleanliness and comfort of rooms.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Jul 8, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional

Perfect location. Amazing staff. Great food

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saskia

Dec 10, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Rooms were quite modern, great place to just lay our head down. Very good price. Got towels in the room and soap. Would definitely recommend

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

James

Aug 4, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great for a quick turnaround

I was barely in the property for 8 hours, it provided everything I needed: a bed, bathroom facilities and somewhere to get food and drink, would stay here again

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Keriann

May 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent area in Old Town! They let us check in early and store our bags and gave us excellent directions to catch the bus to the airport from near the Scott monument. We were so tired from the 19,000 steps we got in daily that we were able to sleep well through the bar music(which was present til 1am but relatively quiet.) We felt safe, with our 3 young adult children…and that’s equal on our list with cleanliness. Thanks A&O on Blackfriars street in Edinburgh (sooooo close to the center of the Royal mile (and Edinburgh castle and King Arthur’s Sear and Holyrood Palace)

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025