Situated in Edinburgh and with University of Edinburgh reachable within 800 metres, Argyle Backpackers features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 1.4 km from The Real Mary King's Close, 1.4 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and 1.5 km from Edinburgh Castle. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests. Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also feature a city view. At Argyle Backpackers the rooms include a TV and a safety deposit box. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the accommodation. Popular points of interest near Argyle Backpackers include EICC, National Museum of Scotland and Royal Mile. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 9 km from the hostel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
3 single beds
or
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
2 single beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.4
Facilities
7.1
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.2
Value for money
7.7
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
5.7
Low score for Edinburgh
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Property surroundings

Facilities of Argyle Backpackers

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Laundry
  • Heating
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • City view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Cycling
    Off-site
Media & Technology
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Adult only
  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Italian

House rules

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Check-in

From 10:00 to 00:00

Check-out

From 00:00 to 11:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about Argyle Backpackers

  • Argyle Backpackers is 0.7 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Argyle Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Argyle Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Movie nights
    • Bicycle rental

  • Check-in at Argyle Backpackers is from 10:00, and check-out is until 11:30.