Hotel A&O Edinburgh City, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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A&O Edinburgh City

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Overview

Located 17 minutes' stroll from Edinburgh Castle, A&O Edinburgh City hostel offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and a garage. The Edinburgh hostel is situated near a railway station, making it simple for guests to reach Royal Mile, which is about 400 metres away.

Location

Found 5 minutes' drive from Calton Hill, this property is at a distance of 1.7 km from worship locations like St Marks Unitarian Church. You can access Princes Mall Shopping Centre (1.3 km) and Stockbridge Market (2.5 km) as popular shopping choices in the area. Nearby cultural landmarks feature Dynamic Earth, located merely a 14-minute stroll away.

The 2-star A&O Edinburgh City hostel is situated at a moderate distance from Edinburgh bus station.

Rooms

Certain rooms have a private bathroom with a shower, and some units additionally boast a wardrobe. Guests can enjoy a spacious interior in some of the quiet rooms.

Eat & Drink

Restaurant Gurkha Cafe & Restaurant is merely 200 metres from the hostel. The property is fitted with a kitchen.

Leisure & Business

An array of activities is available on site, including live performances, a nightclub, and karaoke.

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

from 02:00-10:00

Amenities

No parking available.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hostel for free.

Other information

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP9.90 per person per day.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, Spanish, Italian, Hungarian, Polish, Greek, Russian, Slovak

Building

Year renovated:2010

Number of floors:6

Number of rooms:530

Former name

Safestay Edinburgh

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Rooms and availability

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Twin Room

Max:

8 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds2 Single beds

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Dormitory Room

Max:

1 person
Bed options:

1 Bed in shared room

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Dormitory Room Mixed

Max:

10 persons
Bed options:

1 Bed in shared room

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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Kitchen facilities

Air conditioning

Laundry

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Coffee shop

Leisure/ TV room

Lift

Sports & Fitness

Billiard tables

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Baby pushchair
Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Karaoke
Live entertainment
Night club
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture

Room decor

Parquet floor

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Essential information about A&O Edinburgh City

💵 Lowest room price	244 C$
📏 Distance to centre	200 m
✈️ Distance to airport	13.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Edinburgh, EDI

Location

Address

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50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1NE

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50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1NE

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants
Hotels nearby

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

1.3 km

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

2.2 km

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

1.2 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

1.3 km

Park

Princes Street Gardens

1.3 km

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

1.3 km

Landmark

Calton Hill

1.7 km

Park

Holyrood Park

1.2 km

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

2.3 km

Museum

Dynamic Earth

1.2 km

Museum

The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland

1.3 km

Landmark

The Scotch Whisky Experience

1.3 km

Square

Grassmarket

1.3 km

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

390 m

Royal Mile

390 m

High Street 2 Warriston's Close

The Real Mary King's Close

390 m

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

390 m

Monument

Scott Monument

390 m

32 Calton Hill

Nelson Monument

420 m

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

390 m

Museum

The Writers' Museum

390 m

Museum

Gladstone's Land

390 m

Nicolson Street

Surgeons' Hall Museums

390 m

Museum

Museum of Childhood

390 m

Museum

John Knox House

390 m

53 Princes Street

Princes Street

390 m

2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)

Brass Rubbing Centre

390 m

Church

Mercat Cross

100 m

Gallery

City Art Centre

390 m

Cemetery

The Robertson Mausoleum

390 m

Restaurant

Bar 50

100 m

Restaurant

Zara Fast Foods Pizza & Burger House

10 m

Restaurant

The Piemaker

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Restaurant

Pilgrim Bar

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Restaurant

Greggs

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Restaurant

Burrito 'n' Shake

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Restaurant

The Tron

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Restaurant

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Restaurant

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Restaurant

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FAQ about A&O Edinburgh City

Is there any public transport available near the 2-star A&O Edinburgh City hostel?

Yes, there is The Pleasance bus stop just a few steps from the 2-star A&O Edinburgh City hostel.

When is the check-in and check-out time at the hostel?

Guests of the hostel are expected to check in around 15:00 and check out till 10:00.

What is the price for a nights' stay at A&O Edinburgh City?

£34 Is the minimum rate for a one-night stay at A&O Edinburgh City.

Which payment methods does A&O Edinburgh City hostel accept?

Guests can pay for the stay at A&O Edinburgh City hostel with such payment methods:

сash
Visa
Mastercard

Which amenities does A&O Edinburgh City offer?

A&O Edinburgh City features a cash machine and a lift for guests' comfort.

Which restaurants close to the 2-star property come highly recommended?

Guests can have a meal at restaurant Gurkha Cafe & Restaurant, situated a short way from the 2-star property.

What are the room types offered by A&O Edinburgh City?

A&O Edinburgh City offers such room types as pets are not allowed in shared Mixed Dorm pax, 4-bed Dorm, and Twin Room.

Does A&O Edinburgh City hostel have a kitchen?

Yes, at A&O Edinburgh City hostel a kitchen is available.

What kind of bathrooms does the Edinburgh hostel feature?

Private bathrooms with a shower are provided in some of the rooms at the Edinburgh hostel.

Does A&O Edinburgh City hostel have a laundry?

Yes, there is a laundry at A&O Edinburgh City hostel.

Does A&O Edinburgh City offer parking options?

A&O Edinburgh City provides guests with a garage.

What interesting spots can I visit near the property?

Not far from the property guests can find one of the top landmarks, Royal Mile, which is accessible around 400 metres away.

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