About

Stay with us at a&o Edinburgh City, located minutes from the historic Royal Mile, right in the heart of the city! Our reception is open 24 hrs, there’s no curfew and free WIFI runs throughout the building.

Bar 50 is popular choice for our guests and locals. During the day, its the best place to relax, get set for the day ahead or plan your next trip. The lively evening atmosphere and weekly events offers all party goers everything they could wish for.

House Rules

Check In

15:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Child Friendly
  • No Curfew
  • Non Smoking
  • Pet Friendly
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Luggage Storage
  • 24 Hour Reception
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • Pool Table
  • Wi-Fi
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Reviews

8.3Fabulous(2988)
  • Value for Money
    7.9
  • Security
    8.8
  • Atmosphere
    8.2
  • Cleanliness
    7.8
  • Staff
    8.5
  • Location
    9.5
  • Facilities
    7.5
Stayed in Feb 2026
9.4
C
Craig
Male, 25-30, Scotland
I liked my stay here. but the key card kept failing and I had to get the staff to open the door. it wasn't me everyone else in the room has the same issue. besides that it was a great stay.
Stayed in Feb 2026
2.0
K
KRISTINA
Female, 25-30, Greece
This was the first time I’ve ever been handed bedding and expected to make my own bed. The room layout is inconvenient as there are not enough power outlets for everyone.Top bunk guests must leave phones at the bottom bed because that is the only plug location. Essentials were not topped up daily, and there are no hair dryers in rooms.The location is good, but the lack of basic maintenance and amenities is very disappointing. We spotted a mouse on the bar terrace, level with our room windows.
Stayed in Jan 2026
9.4
S
Sheri
Female, 41+, USA
I remembered I liked this hostel a lot, but didn’t remember all the reasons. Towel is included. Super nice staff. Great facilities. Good size rooms. Curtains on each bunk bed. Light & Usb at each bed. Toilet and showers in the rooms. The only improvement I suggest is plugs in the bathroom. And more plugs in the room. Just not enough. And no bathroom plug forces you to groom in the main room.
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Location

50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
0.9km from city centre