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7.9
Very good
703 reviews
703 reviews
"Though you need to buy your bedding sheets, the rooms are clean and quiet."
"Room was very clean and newly refurbished."
"Good location."
"Location is perfect."
"Breakfast was free and plentiful."
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A&O Edinburgh City
Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Strategically situated in Edinburgh Old Town, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Edinburgh Castle. As an added bonus, restaurant is provided on-site to conveniently serve your needs.
Pets allowed
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
Check-in/out [express]
Luggage storage
Cash withdrawal
6 travelers have booked today.
Value for money | 7.9 |
Distance to city center | 0.1 Km |
Location rating | 8.7 |
Nearest airport | Edinburgh Airport (EDI) |
Distance to airport | 10.9 km |
What time is check-in and check-out at A&O Edinburgh City?
Check-in is from 03:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee. The hostel offers luggage storage to guests for before check-in and after check-out. The front desk is always open, day or night.
How do I get to A&O Edinburgh City?
If you're looking for an easy way to get around Edinburgh with private transportation, the hostel can arrange taxi service.
Is breakfast offered at A&O Edinburgh City?
Start your mornings right, with the continental and buffet breakfast options offered at A&O Edinburgh City. There's an additional charge of 7.5 GBP for adults and 3.4 GBP for children if not included in the room rate. You may save on breakfast costs with Agoda by booking a room with breakfast, which is often included for less than buying it at the hostel.
What are my dining options at A&O Edinburgh City?
A&O Edinburgh City features an on-site restaurant for your dining convenience.
What is the smoking policy at A&O Edinburgh City?
A&O Edinburgh City does not permit smoking in any of its rooms or indoor areas.
What restaurants are nearby A&O Edinburgh City?
A&O Edinburgh City is located in Edinburgh Old Town, famous for good restaurants such as The Three Sisters, The Last Drop and Makars Gourmet Mash Bar.
What popular shopping places are close to A&O Edinburgh City?
A&O Edinburgh City is located in Edinburgh Old Town area which features shopping places such as Dovecot Studios, Fudge Kitchen and The Tappit Hen.
What are popular attractions near A&O Edinburgh City?
A&O Edinburgh City is located in Edinburgh Old Town area, which is famous for attractions such as Edinburgh Castle, National Museum of Scotland and The Real Mary King's Close.
What popular natural sightseeing spots are close to A&O Edinburgh City?
A&O Edinburgh City is located in the Edinburgh Old Town area, which is famous for natural sightseeing destinations such as Royal Mile Street, Traverse Wall and Johnston Terrace Garden.
9.6
"Though you need to buy your bedding sheets, the rooms are clean and quiet."
WONG
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February 25, 2023
9.6
"Room was very clean and newly refurbished."
June
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December 3, 2022
10
"Good location."
Linda
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March 10, 2023
A&O Edinburgh City
A&O Edinburgh City is the perfect choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Edinburgh. Experience an urban escape in Edinburgh with a stay at A&O Edinburgh City, with its exceptional location right in the city center. Are you seeking the true Edinburgh? Experiencing the best of the city's culture is easy with a stay at A&O Edinburgh City, located merely 880 m from Edinburgh Castle.
A&O Edinburgh City offers impeccable service and all the essential amenities to travelers. Free internet access provided within the hostel keeps you connected throughout your stay. Exploring Edinburgh is made even more convenient with the taxi services available at the hostel. Always get the assistance you need with front desk services including express check-in or check-out and luggage storage.
Booking the best tickets and getting the hottest restaurant reservations are made easy with help from the hostel's ticket service and tours. For longer stays or whenever you need it, the laundromat keeps your favorite travel outfits clean and available. Feel like doing nothing? Available services like daily housekeeping let you get the most out of your time at A&O Edinburgh City. For health reasons, smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the hostel.
All rooms at A&O Edinburgh City are designed and decorated to make guests feel right at home. Enjoy your stay even more at the hostel, knowing that some selected rooms include linen service and blackout curtains. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find television available in some selected rooms. A&O Edinburgh City also provides a hair dryer, toiletries and towels in bathrooms for select rooms.
Dining and things to do
Each morning you can start the day with a delicious in-house breakfast offered at A&O Edinburgh City. Don't start your vacation days without your morning coffee, available every morning in the café. A number of great dining options at the hostel assures that you'll always have convenient and delicious choices. A great night out couldn't be easier! Enjoy a fun evening without traveling outside at the karaoke rooms and bar.
A&O Edinburgh City has vending machines for 24-hour available light snacks and/or drinks. Are you a great cook? Make your own meals in-house at the hostel's shared kitchen.
A&O Edinburgh City offers an excellent variety of recreational facilities. Got someone special waiting for you back home? Then easily pick up a memorable gift at the souvenir shops.
Around the property
Don't miss out on all that Edinburgh has to offer! A great museum trip can be had at Royal Yacht Britannia located 3.7 km away, with local art that provides a sense of the region. Don't forget to stop by the most iconic landmark in the area, the famous Arthur's Seat just 1.5 km away.
Reasons to stay here
Find rooms here that are cheaper than 98% of all other options in the city.
Compared to the city's accommodation options, this hostel scored higher than 97% of them for food and dining.
According to guests who stayed here, this hostel's room comfort is rated higher than 96% of other accommodations in Edinburgh.
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8.7
Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.
All children are welcome.
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10 out of 10, come and stay here!”
Highly recomended for a budget hostel in edinburgh. I should come and stay from the first day in edinburgh. But because the picture not so appealing, so i choose other hostel one fine day back from my highland tour, i booked this hostel to try out, because the best rate for the day. Surprised by the cleanliness, comfort of this hostel lift for your luagage First day i stay at disable room. Surprise me, a hostel with disable room. Inside each room, there are 3 toilets with shower Each bed with curtain for privacy Windows each room, because i have stay in different room Location justbin the center of old town Tidy Laundry room £3.5 for washing Cooking area Really highly recomendbthis hostel, come and stay here for budget traveller.
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Hello ! Thank you so much for your review we really appreciate it! We hope you had a great time in Edinburgh & a safe journey forwards. Kindest Regards, Reception Team
Great place to stay ”
Had a really pleasant stay here with my sister when we went to see a gig at the castle. It was great acing the bar to come back to afterwards to have a few drinks. The room was great, very clean and quiet. I will definitely return here for a night out with my other half
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OK... But!”
Obliged to change room after first of three nights though I had chosen to avoid this in booking process. Lacking certain facilities that are available at other Safestay hostels - no privacy curtains on individual bunks and no individual bunk lights. Perhaps these are to be provided in due course. However, my stay was during the Edinburgh Fringe which meant it was busy everywhere and they appeared to be coping with the increased numbers rather well. Perhaps it was this increased business which was causing problems with the room entry cards which constantly had to be reset.
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Highly recommended! ”
after hopping few hostels in Edinburgh, Safestay happen to be one of the best! best for value, best for location, cleanliness as well and friendliness of staff, facilities as well, with proper laundry room, bar to hang out, good WIFI and escalator for your luggage
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Thank you very much for your nice review! We are very happy to know that you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope you also had a great time exploring our beautiful city and have nice memories to bring back home. All the best, Reception team 😊
Great Location, Great Staff”
The location is in the centre, convenient to get to anywhere. The room is clean and the curtains leave private space. The bar is also great for socialising. Great place to stay at a low price. Good value for money
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Exceptional”
clean and comfortable room with nice shower facilities. location is great, 10 mins walk from Glasgow central station and 2 mins walk from queen street stn. 1 min walk to George square. staff are friendly and helpful.
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Hello ! Thank you so much for your review we really appreciate it! We hope you had a great time in Edinburgh & a safe journey forwards. Kindest Regards, Reception Team
Best hostel in Edinburgh ”
Comfortable beds, good service and superb kitchen The only thing that i would change is the close kitchen at night, it doesn't make sense for a place with DJ Thank you for making out of it a unique experience Kaya, Olalla, Javi, Marina, Peter... thank you so much guys :)
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Thank you very much for your nice review! We are very happy to know that you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope you also had a great time exploring our beautiful city and we look forward to welcoming you back! All the best, Reception team 😊
Exceptional”
The best place to stay in Edinburgh. Staff are amazing, everyone very helpful, the rooms are always clean, always friendly atmosphere here. A++++++++++
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I love this place ”
Near city center and train station, u can explore the city by foot easily. Very nice rome, they still have 2 bathrooms inside. Incredible. And the price was so good that time. Lovely staffs!! I definitely will comeback!
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Thank you very much for your nice review! We are very happy to know that you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope you also had a great time exploring our beautiful city and have nice memories to bring back home. All the best, Reception team 😊
Exceptional”
Good location, facilities is good, but there is no socket besides every bed in dorm room, I have to charge and use my phone in the bar, where is noisy in the night , there are few seats in the lobby has sockets.
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Exceptional”
Stayed in a private room with two young children. It felt safe and secure. Good location. Breakfast was free and plentiful. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
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Exceptional”
It was good stay and closeby to train and bus station. Enjoy meeting other traveller here. And its close by to muslim community and halal restaurants (15mins walk)
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Hello! Thank you for your review we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us! We hope you enjoyed Edinburgh and had a safe journey forwards. Kind regards - The Reception Team :)
Recommended!”
Strategic location and great facilities. The hostel is clean and has good application of COVID-19 precautions. The time is also very flexible as the receptionist opens for 24hr. Definitely worth the price. I highly recommend this hostel if you come to visit Edinburgh!
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Enjoyed my stay”
This was my second stay at Safestay Royal Mile. The location of the hostel is excellent and the staff was friendly. Highly recommended.
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Thank you Zhibo for the great review of our hotel! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again very soon.
Exceptional”
Excellent location, friendly staff, a big kitchen and luggage store for guests . Free towel and hair dryer in room. Highly recommend to single traveller
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Hello ! Thank you so much for your review we really appreciate it! We hope you had a great time in Edinburgh & a safe journey forwards. Kindest Regards, Reception Team
Ideal location and good value for money ”
We had 4 night stay in this hostel. The room was pleasant with a good sized bathroom. There are plenty of facilities on site such as a lively bar and good washing facilities. The only downside to this stay was the difficulty in parking. However it is do able by alternating between street parking and paid car parks. We will be back!!
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Heart of Edinburgh”
Clean, comfortable, minutes walk to the castle, Arthurs seat and Calton hill. Friendly staff. Great value for the budgeted traveller.
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Exceptional”
Best hostel ever in Edinburgh ! Clean and en suite bathroom in dorm
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Hello Kerryn! Thank you so much for your review!!!!!!!! that made us so happy! We are so pleased you enjoyed staying with us! We hope you had the best time in Edinburgh! All the best, Reception Team
Old town”
Great staff, excellent location, value for money. Always something to do each night meeting other travellers
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Exceptional”
Great Place, Nice View, Wonderful Edinburgh SafeStay Hostel
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Thank you very much for your nice review! We are very happy to know that you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope you also had a great time exploring our beautiful Edinburgh and have safe travels ahead. Take care! Reception team 😊