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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.
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7.6 out of 10
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The current price is €115
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5 Oct - 6 Oct
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About the area
Located in Old Town Edinburgh, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel 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. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.

50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1NE
What's nearby
- Royal Mile - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- University of Edinburgh - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Grassmarket - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
- Princes Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
- Edinburgh Castle - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Bannerman's Bar - 1 min walk
- Cabaret Voltaire - 2 min walk
- Burrito 'n Shakes - 3 min walk
- The City Cafe - 2 min walk
- The Edinburgh Larder - 2 min walk
About this property
a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel
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Optional extras
- Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 9.9 for adults and from 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.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
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Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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a&o Edinburgh City - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
7.6/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
25 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan
5 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Susan
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Zoe
29 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zoe
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Yan
29 Aug 2025
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Yan
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Sarah
7 Aug 2025
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sarah
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Neil
7 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Neil
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carl
1 Jul 2025
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Carl
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maria Beatrice
3 Jun 2025
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Maria Beatrice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Jerusha
9 Sept 2025
Jerusha
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Peter
18 Aug 2025
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Peter
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Anita
25 Jun 2025
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Anita
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Colette
10 Aug 2025
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Colette
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rajat
8 Mar 2025
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Rajat
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Honie
3 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff!
Honie
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Grace
9 Oct 2024
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Grace
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
shailendra
16 Jun 2024
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shailendra
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Fanny
2 Dec 2024
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Fanny
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Morris
23 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place
Morris
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
4/10 Poor
Janice
18 Aug 2025
Janice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jason
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
10/10 Amazing Staff and great location
Jason
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gerard
4 Nov 2024
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Gerard
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Micheal
11 Feb 2025
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Rugby refuge
Micheal
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Quynh
26 Nov 2024
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Quynh
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Keriann
14 May 2025
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Keriann
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
2/10 Terrible
Saya
24 Aug 2025
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Saya
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025