A&O Edinburgh City (Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

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A&O Edinburgh City

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Overview

Featuring a restaurant and a luggage room, the 2-star A&O Edinburgh City hotel lies only 5 minutes' walk from the Edinburgh Old Town. This Edinburgh hostel offers Wi-Fi in public areas, and a lift and a vending machine.

Location

The ruined Holyrood Abbey is a short way from the hotel, while the Grassmarket is a mere 1.3 km away. Located in the historic old town, the A&O Edinburgh City provides location within 10 minutes' walk of The Real Mary King's Close. Guests might also enjoy proximity to Calton Craigs, situated around 900 metres away. To enrich your historical consciousness, visit the official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse", which stands within reach of the accommodation.

A&O Edinburgh City hotel is about 5 minutes on foot from Museum of Childhood bus stop and approximately 10 minutes on foot from Edinburgh Waverley train station in Edinburgh.

Rooms

The spacious rooms feature a parquet floor, along with a cupboard for your convenience. The private bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower. Bathrooms are equipped with a separate toilet and a shower, as well as comforts such as hairdryers and towels.

Eat & Drink

The café is open daily for breakfast. For a drink, you can stop by the elegant lounge bar. The bar area includes a lounge. Located in the immediate vicinity of the smoke-free A&O Edinburgh City, the restaurant Larder Go offers a healthy menu.

Leisure & Business

This hotel organises live performances, karaoke, and a nightclub for guests' entertainment.

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 hotel 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:540

Former name

Safestay Edinburgh

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Rooms and availability

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Dormitory Room Mixed

Max:

10 persons
Bed options:

1 Bed in shared room

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10 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Mixed

Max:

1 person
Bed options:

1 Bed in shared room

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6 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Mixed

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1 person
Bed options:

1 Bed in shared room

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Coffee shop

Laundry

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

Cots
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	22 £
📏 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

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

1.3 km

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

2.2 km

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

1.1 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

1.1 km

Museum

Dynamic Earth

1.1 km

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

2.3 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

290 m

Restaurant

Pilgrim Bar

70 m

Restaurant

Greggs

110 m

Restaurant

Burrito 'n' Shake

330 m

Restaurant

The Tron

270 m

Restaurant

Yocoko Noodle Bar

250 m

Restaurant

Zenobia

290 m

Restaurant

Forsyth's Tea Room

180 m

Restaurant

Caffe Nero

230 m

Reviews of A&O Edinburgh City

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FAQ about A&O Edinburgh City

Is there any public transport near A&O Edinburgh City?

Yes, there is Museum of Childhood bus stop a few moments from A&O Edinburgh City.

Which is the closest airport to the 2-star A&O Edinburgh City?

The 2-star A&O Edinburgh City is situated within 100 km of Dundee airport.

What is the time of check-in and check-out at the 2-star property?

Guests can check in at the 2-star property from 15:00 and check out until 10:00.

How much does a nights' stay at the 2-star A&O Edinburgh City hostel cost?

Starting from $34, you can enjoy a one-night stay at the 2-star A&O Edinburgh City hostel.

Which payment methods are available at the 2-star A&O Edinburgh City?

At the 2-star A&O Edinburgh City, guests can pay with сash, Visa, and Mastercard or other payment methods.

What facilities are featured at the 2-star A&O Edinburgh City hostel?

The 2-star A&O Edinburgh City hostel features a cash machine and a lift for guests' comfort.

Which restaurants in the vicinity of the property come highly recommended?

Guests can visit Gurkha Cafe & Restaurant, located a minute's walk from the property, or Makars Gourmet Mash Bar, situated only 5 minutes' walk away.

What room types are available at the 2-star A&O Edinburgh City hostel?

The 2-star A&O Edinburgh City hostel provides such room types as Twin Room, pets are not allowed in shared Mixed Dorm pax, and 4-bed Dorm.

Is the kitchen available at the 2-star A&O Edinburgh City?

Yes, at the 2-star A&O Edinburgh City a kitchen is available.

What kind of bathrooms are featured at the hostel?

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

Is there a laundry at the 2-star A&O Edinburgh City?

Yes, the 2-star A&O Edinburgh City provides a laundry for guests' convenience.

Are there parking options at the 2-star A&O Edinburgh City hostel?

The 2-star A&O Edinburgh City hostel provides guests with a garage.