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a&o Edinburgh City

Hire with Restaurant

2 stars

50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1NE

+44 131 524 1989
7,2
Good

based on 6 110 reviews

R553
Rate

per night

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Provider
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Double room
Standard Room

About a&o Edinburgh City, Edinburgh

Cleanliness
7,4
Comfort
7,4
Location
9,2
Services
7,4
Staff
8,6
Value for money
7,4
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Royal Mile Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hostel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and express check-out are onsite. A&o Edinburgh City - Hostel offers 132 accommodations. This Edinburgh hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Rooms

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Hostel Amenities & Facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee shop
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Night club

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Dustbins

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Designated smoking area

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Things to do

  • Evening entertainment
  • Karaoke
  • Pool table
  • Night club

General

  • Family rooms
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Lockers
  • Storage available

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying

Reviews

7,2
GoodBased on 6 110 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • A short walk from Royal Mile. (in 25 reviews)
  • Lovely Scottish setting of the old town. (in 49 reviews)
  • The bar area is superb! (in 114 reviews)
Cons -
  • Luggage storage was available. (in 11 reviews)
  • Metal Bunk beds were noisy. (in 21 reviews)
  • The room and shower were dirty. (in 14 reviews)


a&o Edinburgh City room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does a&o Edinburgh City compare to other 2-star hotels in Edinburgh?

    There is a R6 458/night difference in the average price of 2-star hotels in Edinburgh (R7 168/night) and the average nightly rate at a&o Edinburgh City (R710/night).

  • How far is a&o Edinburgh City from Edinburgh Turnhouse?

    There are 11,6 km between Edinburgh Turnhouse and a&o Edinburgh City. The drive to and from the airport should be about 21min, depending on traffic. Take into account high traffic times, especially near more metropolitan areas.

  • What is the best way to get to a&o Edinburgh City from Edinburgh Turnhouse?

    If you’re looking for a simple travel option from Edinburgh Turnhouse to a&o Edinburgh City, consider calling a taxi or rideshare service to take you to the hotel as well as around the city during your visit.

  • Is a&o Edinburgh City pet-friendly?

    Yes, dogs and pets are welcome at a&o Edinburgh City.

  • Are there food options at a&o Edinburgh City?

    There is a restaurant at a&o Edinburgh City that can be used by visitors of the hotel. You can sit down or order food to take away. Call the front desk at +44 131 524 1989 for kitchen hours.

  • Does a&o Edinburgh City have a pool?

    Judging by our data, a&o Edinburgh City does not have a pool on site, but hotels regularly make additions and changes to their venues and do not always notify us. It would be best to call a&o Edinburgh City at +44 131 524 1989.

  • What is the phone number for a&o Edinburgh City?

    You can reach the main line at +44 131 524 1989.

  • Does a&o Edinburgh City have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, a&o Edinburgh City has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for a&o Edinburgh City?

    Standard check-out time at a&o Edinburgh City is 10:00. Guests can check in after 15:00.

  • How much is a room at a&o Edinburgh City?

    Prices may fluctuate based on room type, dates, and availability. You can find great room deals for a&o Edinburgh City at the moment between R424 and R4 351 a night. Enter preferred dates in the form above to see the best-matched deals for you.

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Places of interest near a&o Edinburgh City

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a&o Edinburgh City location: 50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1NE

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