a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

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A short walk from Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh, a&o Hostel Edinburgh City provides a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. The on-site restaurant, Bar 50, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is 2.994.155 ₫
3.772.746 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a small table with two orange stools.

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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A corridor with bunk beds, wooden flooring, and a door at the end.

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, and a door leading to another room.

Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden headboard, white bedding, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a single bed, a small table, and a door leading to a hallway.

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Quadruple Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed with white linens, a small table, a chair, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a window with curtains.

Twin room for Single use

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a small orange ottoman.

8-Bed Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wooden door, and a small table with chairs.

6-Bed Room (Bunk Beds Only)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a single bed, a small table, and a door leading to a hallway.

Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, a&o Hostel Edinburgh City is near a train station. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1NE

What's nearby

  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.
    Royal Mile
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A historic building with a central dome and symmetrical wings.
    University of Edinburgh
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A historic cathedral with intricate Gothic architecture, a statue, and a cobblestone square.
    St. Giles' Cathedral
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A historic castle on a hill with a crowd in the foreground.
    Grassmarket
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A park with a pathway, benches, and trees. In the background, there are historic buildings and a clock tower.
    Princes Street
    7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station
    5 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop
    11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • The City Cafe
    2 min walk
  • Bannerman's Bar
    1 min walk
  • WHISKI Bar & Restaurant
    2 min walk
  • The Advocate
    3 min walk
  • The Mitre
    2 min walk

About this property

a&o Hostel Edinburgh City

  • Hostel near Royal Mile
  • A short walk from University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket, a&o Hostel Edinburgh City 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 such as:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a billiards/pool table
    • Smoke-free property, ATM/banking services and bike parking
    • A water dispenser, a lift and tour/ticket information
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 132 rooms include amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: GreenSign Hotel. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a&o Hostel Edinburgh City 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 Hostel Edinburgh City?

As of 23 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at a&o Hostel Edinburgh City on 16 Nov 2026 start from 2.994.155 ₫, 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 Hostel Edinburgh City?

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 Hostel Edinburgh City?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 13 (subject to availability).

Where is a&o Hostel Edinburgh City located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Royal Mile, University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket. Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street are also within 15 minutes. St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 11 minutes by foot and Princes Street Tram Stop is 14 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

a&o Hostel Edinburgh City Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 378 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 185 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 69 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for the youth. Great socialising, good facilities. Thursdays karaoke night was fun. Amenities are nice- pool table, board games, Pac-Man, morning continental breakfast (paid extra). Open 24x7
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can’t really complain, given the cost of this lodging and its proximity to everything. I was just disappointed so in the ambiance, or lack there of. The room and bathroom were clean, and the kitchen was accessible, with everything you would need to make a meal. I think there was just such a lost opportunity to build on the history of Edinburgh and the vibe of the Scottish people. Also, the karaoke bar (closing at 1am) being in the middle of the courtyard with the room windows overhead was not conducive to a good sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, bar on property was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic hostel. Loud part of town at night, but clean safe place to stay in a shared room for cheap.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really nice staff and very clean, very comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The shops were close and the staff were incredibly helpful and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Location and very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central location clean and modern facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yes room was spotless staff very nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location in the Old Town, clean and buzzing, lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very very clean and spotless, staff unbelievable and helpful. Definitely going back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

10/10 Amazing Staff and great location

Amazing Staff and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We loved all the amenities. The bar was open late, so we could eat, drink, and meet people. We got our laundry done. The location is very convenient to the train station and lots to do in Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean,safe,close to the main landmarks of the city
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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