a&o Edinburgh City

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Scored 7.1
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.2
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Bath
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Facilities for disabled guests

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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.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Bar
  • Lift
  • Breakfast
  • Free cot available on request
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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the real heart of Edinburgh, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Buffet

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8-Bed Room (Bunk Beds Only)
  • 8 bunk beds
194 feet²
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Heating
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 8
US$372 per night
Price US$1,116
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Breakfast US$13 (optional)
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
215 feet²
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$44 per night
Price US$132
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Breakfast US$13 (optional)
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
194 feet²
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$46 per night
Price US$139
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Breakfast US$13 (optional)
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$13.28 per person.
  • Menu style
    Buffet
  • Cuisine
    Continental
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian
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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 02:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Bed linens and towels are not included in the room rate. Guests can rent them at the property for an additional charge of GBP 4.5 per person or bring their own.