a&o Edinburgh City

GIATA-ID: 79621

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Address

50 Blackfriars Street Edinburgh Scotland EH1 1NE

Phones

+44 113 5266370

Chains

a&o Hostels

Urls

https://www.aohostels.com/de/edinburgh/edinburgh-city
Property info
Accommodation types

Hostel

Characteristics

Non-smoking accommodation

Traveller categories

City travelers

Cultural travelers

Building information

Built in the year

Year: 2006

Year of last renovation

Year: 2010

Storeys - main building

Number: 6
Number of rooms & other

Family room

Non-smoking room

Number: 132

Wheelchair-accessible unit

Number of rooms (total)

Number: 132
Accessibility

Level-access shower

Wheelchair accessible

Assistance animals permitted

Shower seat

Location
General location

Central location

Distance: 100 m
Distances: transport & city

Bus station

Distance: 450 m

City centre

Distance: 100 m

Train station

Distance: 350 m
Facilities
General facilities

Outdoor furniture

Baggage storage service

Bicycle hire

Bicycle storage area

Multilingual staff

EnglishFrenchItalianPolishSpanish

Parking

Public

Cash machine

Check-in/out service

Coin-operated laundry

For a fee

Lift

Number: 2

Currency exchange desk

Garage

Internet access

Laundry service

Reception

Safe

Smoke/fire detector

Disability-friendly

WiFi

For a fee

Wheelchair-accessible

Smoking area

Food & drinks

Restaurant

Non-smoking

Bar/pub

Picnic area

Vending machine

Breakfast room

Café

Dining area

Snack bar

Drinks machine

Entertainment & lifestyle

Banquet hall

Disco

Nightclub

Playroom

Souvenir shop

Tour desk

TV room

Cinema

Conferences & events

Conference room

Fax

Outdoor facilities & pools

Sun terrace

Terrace

Rooms
Beds

Bunk bed

Single bed

Extra bed

Number: 1

Separate bedrooms

Double bed

Room types & layout

Balcony

Bathroom

Facilities

Wood/Parquet

Carpeted floor

Ironing set

Heating

Internet access

Telephone

Safe

Smoke alarm

TV

Satellite/cableCable

WiFi

Free of charge
Bathroom

Bathtub

Personal care products

Hairdryer

Shower

Wheelchair-accessible bathroom

Kitchen/Kitchenette

Kitchen

Washing machine

Entertainment

Entertainment programme

Live music

Sports
Sports: general

Cycling/mountain biking

Pool/billiards

Gym

Board
Catering services

Breakfast

Buffet

Lunch

BuffetÀ la carteMenu

Dinner

BuffetÀ la carteMenu
Additional offers

Children's meals

Diet meals

Special deals

Payment options

Payment options

VISAMasterCard
Sustainability
Energy

Key card switch

Hygiene
General

Hygiene training for staff

Sanitiser dispenser

Temperature checks

Use of commercially available disinfectants

Protective hygiene screens

Social distancing regulations

Enhanced cleaning programme

Services

Disinfection of high-touch surfaces

Professional cleaning service

Laundry washed at a minimum of 60°C/140°F

No high-touch furnishings in public areas

Contactless payment

Protective masks for guests

Free of charge

Hand sanitiser

Rooms

Sealing after cleaning

No high-touch furnishings

Housekeeping only upon request

Miscellaneous

Pets

For a feeAllowedDogs only

Children stay for free

Location

The hostel is located on Edinburgh's historic “Royal Mile”, just a few minutes’ walk from Waverley railway station and the airport link bus stop.

Facilities

132 non-smoking rooms are located on 6 storeys and can be reached by 2 lifts. The reception desk is open round the clock. Services such as a baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service, cash machine and drinks machine ensure a comfortable stay. Wireless internet access (for a fee) is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hostel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hostel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. Film fans will find plenty of 'lights, camera, action' at the cinema. Souvenirs can be purchased at the gift shop. Additional amenities include a TV room and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. Active guests who wish to explore the surrounding area by bike will appreciate the bicycle hire service. Bicycle storage is also available. A fax machine is available for guests' business needs.

Rooms

Rooms feature a kitchen and a bathroom, and central heating ensures just the right temperature. A balcony is among the standard features of some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed. Separate bedrooms are available. Extra beds can be requested. A safe provides secure storage for guests' personal property. There is also a washing machine and an ironing set. A telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi (no extra charge) ensure optimal comfort. Bathrooms include a hairdryer and are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. As an extra convenience, bathrooms provide cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. Family rooms are available for parents with children.

Sports/Entertainment

Guests can enjoy a selection of sport and entertainment options. A sun terrace is a great place to while away the hours. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hostel, including cycling/mountain biking, a gym and billiards. Additional leisure activities include an entertainment programme, live music, a dance club and a nightclub.

Meals

Dining facilities include a non-smoking restaurant, a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between a buffet, à la carte and a set menu. Diet meals and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hostel also offers special catering options.

Payment

The hostel accepts the following credit cards: VISA and MasterCard.