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a&o Edinburgh City

  • 50 Blackfriars Street, EH1 1NE Edinburgh, United Kingdom - View on map
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Wi-Fi is available free of charge in every room of our property
Property type: Hostel
Reserve

Description of a&o Edinburgh City

A lively/quirky and beautiful accommodation in the centre of the Scottish capital. In addition to the 131 fully equipped rooms in which the a&o Hostel Edinburgh City accommodates guests from all over the world.

The hotel also has its own pub. The Bar50 is not only an ideal starting point for a proper bar crawl, but also a well-established institution in Edinburgh's nightlife and is distinguished by its great atmosphere and extraordinary events.

This makes the hostel particularly suitable for younger guests and city travelers, backpackers and all those visitors who want to explore Edinburgh's nightlife. All our rooms have their own shower and toilet.

You have the choice between cosy single and double rooms, spacious family rooms with double bed and bunk bed(s) and convivial multi-bed rooms for 4 to 6 people.

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Rooms: 530

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Available Accommodation Options

Single Room

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Room Amenities
  • Clothing storage or cupboard,
  • Garbage bins,
  • Pillow without feathers,
  • Wooden or parquet flooring,
  • Indoor heating,
  • Cleaning supplies,
  • Power outlet near the bed
Bathroom
  • Restroom,
  • Hair cleanser,
  • Body wash,
  • Bathroom tissue,
  • Ensuite bathroom,
  • Shower facilities
Services & Extras
  • Bath towels,
  • Electronic key card access,
  • Bed linens
Accessibility
  • Top levels reachable by lift,
  • Elevator access
Hostel facilities
  • Individual reading light
Safety & security
  • Fire alarm

The single room features a wardrobe and parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit is equipped with 1 bed.

Twin Room

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The twin room features a wardrobe, parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit is furnished with 2 beds.

Triple Room

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Rooms are 14 square metres.For the bunk beds bed linen is provided for self-covering.

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room

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Rooms are 14 square metres.

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

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Rooms are 16 square metres.

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room

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Rooms are 18 square metres.

Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory Room

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The rooms measure 20 square metres.

Quadruple Room (Bunk beds only)

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The dormitory room features a wardrobe and parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit is furnished with 4 beds.

6-Bed Room (Bunk Beds Only)

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The dormitory room provides a wardrobe and parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit provides 6 beds.

8-Bed Room (Bunk Beds Only)

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The dormitory room provides a wardrobe, parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit provides 8 beds.

Quadruple Room

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Rooms are 14 square metres.For the bunk beds bed linen is provided for self-covering.

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)

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Rooms are 14 square metres. For the bunk beds bed linen is provided for self-covering.

Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room

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Rooms are 21 square metres.

Facilities

General

General

  • Animals permitted
  • Wireless internet access throughout the property
Activities

Activities

  • Pool table
  • Bar-hopping
  • Live stand-up comedy
  • Guided walking tours
  • Cultural tours or workshops
  • Live musical performances
  • Live sports events (televised)
Services

Services

  • Online services
  • Wireless Internet
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
Food & Drink

Food & Drink

  • Lounge
  • Prepared lunch boxes
  • Refreshment stand
  • Customized dietary menus (upon request)
  • Beverage vending machine
  • Snack vending machine
  • Children's meals
  • Child-friendly buffet options
  • Wine and champagne
  • Fresh fruit
  • On-site coffee shop
Reception services

Reception services

  • Round-the-clock reception
  • Travel information desk
  • On-site cash dispenser
  • Exclusive check-in/check-out
  • Secure storage compartments
  • Billing statement available
Common areas

Common areas

  • Outdoor patio
  • Sundeck
  • Common living room with TV
  • Patio furniture
  • Designated picnic spot
Entertainment and family services

Entertainment and family services

  • Sing-along activity
  • Dance club/Disc jockey
  • Nighttime amusement
  • Pushchairs
Cleaning services

Cleaning services

  • Washing service
  • Everyday cleaning service
Business facilities

Business facilities

  • Conference/event spaces
  • Facsimile and photocopy services
Miscellaneous

Miscellaneous

  • No smoking rooms
  • Amenities for guests with disabilities
  • Rooms for families
  • Elevator
  • Climate control
  • Smoke-free property
  • Assigned smoking zone
  • Electronic key card entry
Safety & security

Safety & security

  • Fire detection alarms
  • Surveillance cameras in shared spaces
  • Exterior video surveillance
  • Emergency fire suppression devices
Safety features

Safety features

  • Personnel adhere to all safety guidelines set by local authorities
  • Commonly used stationery items like printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper have been eliminated
  • Hand sanitizing stations in guest rooms and essential areas
  • Procedures implemented to monitor guest health
  • Availability of first aid kits
  • Property provides thermometers for guest use
  • Face coverings available for guests
Physical distancing

Physical distancing

  • Non-cash payment options
  • Social distancing guidelines observed
  • Protective screens or barriers between employees and guests in relevant areas

Internet

  • Complimentary WiFi!
  • The property offers internet services with free WiFi available in all areas.

Parking

  • Details about parking facilities are not available.

Terms of Stay

Check-in

  • From 15:00 Until 00:00 hours

Check-out

  • From 02:00 Until 10:00 hours

Pets

  • Pets are not permitted.
Important information
The guest that makes the booking must be over 18. Under 18 can stay in a private room with a parent or a guardian, but cannot be accommodated in shared dormitories.

When a booking is made for more than 9 people per reservation, different payment and cancellation policies may apply. The hotel will contact you after booking with more information.

Kids under the age of 18 can enjoy our breakfast of a 50% discounted rate

Beds in the same dormitory room cannot be guaranteed.

This Hostel operates a 30-day maximum stay policy within a 90-day period.

Passport or driver’s licence is required for check-in.

Student cards are not accepted.

Please note that pets are only allowed in private rooms like single and twin rooms. Pets are not allowed in shared dorms.

Please note that for beds in a dormitory, towels are not included but can be rented on site for an additional surcharge . Alternatively, guests can bring their own. Bed linen for the bunk beds is free of charge and provided for self-covering.The room rate at a&o Edinburgh City does not include bed linens or towels. Guests can rent them at the property for an additional charge of GBP 4.5 per person or bring their own.
At a&o Edinburgh City, guests must present a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Kindly note that at a&o Edinburgh City, all special requests are subject to availability and may incur additional charges.
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Common Guest Inquiries

Is there Internet access at a&o Edinburgh City?

Yes, guests have access to the Internet.

Can I get a drink at the bar at a&o Edinburgh City?

Yes, a bar is available.

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