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Argyle Backpackers

4.0 star property
Upscale Victorian hostel, walk to University of Edinburgh

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Garden
Front of property
Double Room | Shared kitchen
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Single Room | View from room
Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

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  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

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14 Argyle Place, Newington, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 1JL
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Edinburgh6 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle19 min walk
  • Popular LocationRoyal Mile20 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)27 min drive
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Room options

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Triple Room

Triple Room

9.3/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 21 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 21 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

8.2/10 Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 19 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

9.4/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 21 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

Argyle Backpackers is located in Marchmont, a neighborhood in Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and Grassmarket. Check out an event or a game at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk
  • Grassmarket - 14 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 19 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 20 min walk
  • Princes Street - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Haymarket Tram Station - 4 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 7 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • 27 Elliott's - 5 min walk
  • Söderberg the Meadows - 7 min walk
  • Detour Espresso - 1 min walk
  • Cult Espresso - 10 min walk
  • Snax - 9 min walk

About this property

Argyle Backpackers

Upscale hostel near University of Edinburgh
Close to Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile, Argyle Backpackers provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Bike rentals, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 14-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

Catalan, English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 14-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • An in-room safe is available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Argyle Backpackers Hostel Edinburgh
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Argyle Backpackers Edinburgh
Argyle Backpackers
Argyle Backpackers Hotel Edinburgh
Argyle Backpackers Edinburgh, Scotland
Argyle Backpackers Edinburgh
Argyle Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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Frequently asked questions

Is Argyle Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Argyle Backpackers?

As of May 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Argyle Backpackers on Jun 16, 2024 start from CA $105.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Argyle Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Argyle Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Argyle Backpackers located?

Located in Marchmont, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of The Meadows and University of Edinburgh. National Museum of Scotland and Grassmarket are also within 15 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 21 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 24 minutes.

Argyle Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 249 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 249 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 249 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 249 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 249 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty decent hostel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to bus which took us to the Tram
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mateusz

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was fantastic karma the fellow guests were pleasant to be around, they had a lovely and fully equipped kitchen to cook meals in and all in all I loved the vibe and having my morning coffee on the back covered patio! Absolutely plan on coming back for my vacation next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Andrzej

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Bhathiya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Callum

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023