a&o Edinburgh City

a&o Edinburgh City

Hostel
 

50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

GoodBased on 6,094 reviews
7.2

$47

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a&o Edinburgh City Information

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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 facil...

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Check-in time15:00
Check-out time10:00
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+44 131 524 1989

Perks and amenities at a&o Edinburgh City

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at a&o Edinburgh City
  • 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

General

  • ATM on-site
  • Reading light
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Disabled access
  • Family rooms
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Cribs available
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift
  • Packed lunches
  • Shampoo
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Shower
  • Accessible by lift
  • Snack bar
  • Socket near the bed
  • Key card access
  • Kids meals
  • No smoking
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Bathtub
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Express check-out
  • Body soap
  • Lockers
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Safe
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Dustbins
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Designated smoking area
  • Night club
  • Storage available

Activities

  • Evening entertainment
  • Karaoke
  • Pool table

Services

  • Business centre
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tour desk

Reviews for a&o Edinburgh City

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at a&o Edinburgh City, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 6,094 reviews of a&o Edinburgh City to date. Review data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
7.2
GoodBased on 6,094 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)

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Photos of a&o Edinburgh City

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Explore Old Town, Edinburgh

a&o Edinburgh City is located at 50 Blackfriars Street in the Old Town neighbourhood of Edinburgh. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 24 April 2025.

Most Popular Landmarks

Surgeon's Hall

4 mins walk

0.4 km

Fruitmarket Gallery

5 mins walk

0.4 km

Edinburgh Dungeon

6 mins walk

0.5 km

People's Story Museum

6 mins walk

0.5 km

Gladstone's Land

8 mins walk

0.6 km

Surgeon's Hall

4 mins walk

0.4 km

Fruitmarket Gallery

5 mins walk

0.4 km

Edinburgh Dungeon

6 mins walk

0.5 km

People's Story Museum

6 mins walk

0.5 km

Gladstone's Land

8 mins walk

0.6 km

Public Transportation

Edinburgh Waverley Station

7 mins walk

0.6 km

Edinburgh Waverley Station

7 mins walk

0.6 km

Car Hires

$88 daily average

Closest Airports

Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport

25 mins drive

16.0 km

Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport

25 mins drive

16.0 km

  • How far is a&o Edinburgh City from National Museum of Scotland?

    The popular National Museum of Scotland is just over 0.3 km from a&o Edinburgh City.

  • Is a&o Edinburgh City close to Festival Theatre?

    Walking distance - there’s 0.2 km between Festival Theatre and a&o Edinburgh City.

FAQs when booking at a&o Edinburgh City

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding bookings, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at a&o Edinburgh City. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.
  • How close is a&o Edinburgh City to the nearest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    The distance between the closest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, and a&o Edinburgh City is 18.7 km and the expected drive time is about 0h 14m. Your drive time between the two can vary based on the time of day and traffic trends of the area.

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

    One of the more popular options today is to take a taxi or ridesharing service directly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to the hotel. This option is often cost-effective, but guests must keep a lookout for peak time rates.

  • Is a&o Edinburgh City considered pet-friendly?

    Yes. Most house pets, such as dogs, are welcomed guests at a&o Edinburgh City.

  • How close is a&o Edinburgh City from the Edinburgh city centre?

    a&o Edinburgh City is just 0.2 km away from the centre of Old Town, Edinburgh. From a&o Edinburgh City you can easily get to other popular landmarks such as Usher Hall.

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

    If you have questions or concerns about your stay, call +44 131 524 1989 to talk to a a&o Edinburgh City front desk representative.

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

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

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

    a&o Edinburgh City check-out time is 10:00, though late check-out may be accommodated if agreed in advance with the hotel reception.

  • How much does it cost to stay at a&o Edinburgh City, Edinburgh?

    a&o Edinburgh City room prices depend on your dates, room type and availability. The average price found recently is $282/night, with the best deals starting from $26/night. To see current deals, enter your dates in the form above.

  • Is there a restaurant at a&o Edinburgh City?

    There is an on-site restaurant - contact a&o Edinburgh City for opening and last order times. A bar is also available on-site.

  • Does a&o Edinburgh City have a laundry service?

    Yes, there are laundry services usually available at a&o Edinburgh City, Edinburgh.

  • Does a&o Edinburgh City offer accessible rooms?

    Yes, a&o Edinburgh City provides accessible rooms for guests requiring them. Make sure to check the deals available on HotelsCombined for the latest availability.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at a&o Edinburgh City?

    For the best chance to save money on your a&o Edinburgh City reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest ($100).

  • In what area of Edinburgh is a&o Edinburgh City located?

    a&o Edinburgh City is located within the Old Town area of Edinburgh. Utilise the map on this page to understand where a&o Edinburgh City is in relation to the rest of Edinburgh.

  • Are there any other a&o hotels in Edinburgh?

    In total, there is 1 location in Edinburgh. The most popular a&o property in Edinburgh is a&o Edinburgh City.

  • What is the cheapest day to check into a&o Edinburgh City?

    Consider checking into a&o Edinburgh City on Friday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of $55).

  • How far is a&o Edinburgh City from National Museum of Scotland?

    The popular National Museum of Scotland is just over 0.3 km from a&o Edinburgh City.

  • Is a&o Edinburgh City close to Festival Theatre?

    Walking distance - there’s 0.2 km between Festival Theatre and a&o Edinburgh City.

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