A&O Edinburgh City

50 Blackfriars Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom - 700 metres to nightlife

Featuring a vending machine and a lift, the 2-star A&O Edinburgh City hotel is merely 5 minutes' walk from the award winning Surgeons' Hall Museums. Boasting a location a few steps from the Victorian Gothic Scott Monument, this Edinburgh hostel offers 530 rooms and a lounge bar onsite.

Location

The hotel is located only 1.1 km from the ruined Holyrood Abbey and the art museum "Scottish National Gallery" is a mere 1.3 km away. The A&O Edinburgh City is situated right near The Robertson Mausoleum Parish Church, which is considered to be a sacred site. Guests might also enjoy proximity to Calton Craigs, situated around 900 metres away. There is the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" 17 minutes' stroll from the accommodation. Museum of Childhood bus stop is at a distance of fairly close to the smoke-free A&O Edinburgh City.

Rooms

Some of the additional bathrooms are appointed with bath sheets.

Food & Drinks

Guests can enjoy a vegetarian breakfast in the café of this hotel. Pilgrim Bar, located in close proximity to the property, will spoil you with international cuisine.

Leisure & Activities

This Edinburgh hotel offers such leisure options as a summer terrace, a shared lounge, and various recreational opportunities.

Why choose A&O Edinburgh City

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  • Lively pub with great atmosphere

  • 131 fully equipped rooms available

  • Convenient location near nightlife

  • Hostel offers various entertainment options

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • Sports activities

  • On-site Dining

  • Meeting facilities

  • Child-friendly

  • Pets

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  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • Sports activities
  • On-site Dining
  • Meeting facilities
  • Child-friendly
  • Pets
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

Activities

  • Billiard tables

Property services

  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Security
  • Locker room
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining options

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

Business facilities

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

  • Cots
  • Baby pushchair
  • Children's buffet

Recreation

  • Karaoke
  • Live entertainment
  • Night club
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room

For disabled guests

  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

In the rooms

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

Design

  • Parquet floor

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 15:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
from 02:00 until 10:00

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From USD 208 per night
Check-in 10 May 2026
Check-out 11 May 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Location of A&O Edinburgh City

50 Blackfriars Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

 -  700 metres to nightlife
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    From USD 208 per night
    Check-in 10 May 2026
    Check-out 11 May 2026
    Guests 2 guests

    Adults:

    2

    Children:

    0
    All rates verified
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    Check-in & out
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    11 May 2026
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    A&O Edinburgh City
    Check-in:
    from 15:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    from 02:00 until 10:00