Argyle Backpackers Reviews

It's a very nice hostel with a homely feel. In the quiet area but still close to the city center and Old Town. It's a pity there is no breakfast included but there are shops around the corner where you can buy anything you need. You should take under consideration the opening hours of the reception. I'm not sure about the security procedures. Overall I would stay there again!

We enjoyed our stay at the hostel. It was a perfect starting point for exploring the city of Edinburgh.

Our private room was not big but it had everything we needed, although additional wall hooks (for clothes and towels) would have been nice. The common kitchen area had all the necessary equipment and was roomy and well maintained. We would definitely return. The hostel is well located, within a few minutes' walk from the Meadows and with easy access to public transit.

I did reservation for a twin room, which the warmer was making an unbearable noise, the staff was not good (they sent us to a room already ocupated...luckly I spent just one nigth there...

Great hostel

Nice hostel really near from the centre of Edinburgh! The room was big, comfortable, with TV! Only little problem is to wait to go to the bathroom or to take a shower if occupied! Staff are nice!

For me the conservatory and garden add greatly to the quality and ambiance of this hostel. The bunk room was quiet and comfortable. Great to have individual security lockers too. Really convenient for town and events at Summerhall

Stayed at a female 4-bed dorm. Was really nice room, with a sink and a wardrobe and even a tv. The hostel has 2 kitchen, a nice small backyard, a nice common room. Its really close to the Meadows Park. Shop for Food just across the Street. Staff was very frriendly and helpful.

Great environment and clean kitchen and bathroom facilities. Everyone was very friendly and made us feel very welcome. Would definitely stay there again!

Well maintained

Great hostel! We stayed in the private double bed room which was really nice! Small but had a large screen TV and a sink, mirror and a comfortable bed. It was also very clean. The shower facilities were nice and clean as well. The only downside to this hostel is the location - a 20 minute walk to city center. However there are buses running very frequently so its not too bad. Overall a very nice place to stay if you are looking for a private room!

10-15min walk from Royal Mile to hostel.You can take the bus if you have your luggage with you.Staff was helpful and friendly.Clean room and bathrooms.

We stayed one night, everthing was really good.

This hostel is very cozy and clean. Most of the guests were older persons; hence it was pretty quiet during our stay. Location is almost perfect - hostel is located within the walking distance from the city center. There is great closed terrace where we spent most of our times. I must emphasize extraordinary friendly and fair staff. During the first night I have accidentally left my personal belongings in the bathroom. On the next morning these entire where returned to me. Once again, thank you

Thank you very much for very beautiful stay. The hostel is very close to historic part of the town, clean, pleasent, staff helpful. My next stay definitely in your hostel. Thank you:-)

Great location right next to the Meadows (a park) and easy to walk everywhere...added bonus is a great little Brazilian crepe stand at the end of the park inside an old police post (just try the crepes, they are good). Great vibe inside the hostel, even though you won't spend much time there....too much to see in Edinburgh. No lift, so be prepared to take your bags upstairs...but staff were great, and the hang out lounge was filled with old guitars and guides about the city. Recommendable.

very cosy dining.

The owner is CRAZY and extremely UNPOLITE!!!! We have read a lot of comments about the Hostel but even though we tried booking there. NEVER GO THERE!! Their STAFF is crazy!!! The owner was yelling, saying bad words, he does not respect anyone and he thinks that he is the most powerful man in the world!! We were AFRAID of him!! We wanted to call the police because he was THREATENNIG us!!! IT IS THE WORST PLACE IN EARTH!!! You find better places with the same price!!! HORRIBLE!!!

Hostel clean and tidy. Some staff welcoming, others useless. Felt like we were competing with staff for use of facilities at times, staff lunch is on daily and can last between 12-3pm, difficult to use kitchen during this time. Side note- there is a 2nd kitchen. Staff are there for cleaning and checking in, we asked a member of staff to call us a cab- she was reluctant to do so. Great kitchen space, close to the old town and Arthur's seat. Hot showers, great sunroom, would stay again.

This hostel was quite comfortable and it was really nice and warm when the weather outside was so cold. It's a bit of a walk from the main part of the city but definitely doable. I would stay there again.