A&O Edinburgh City

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

The smoke-free A&O Edinburgh City hotel is nestled nearly a 5-minute walk from the award winning Surgeons' Hall Museums, offering 530 rooms and featuring a sun deck, a picnic area, and various recreational opportunities. This 2-star hostel is a good starting point for exploring Edinburgh, including the Edinburgh Old Town, which is a mere 400 metres away.

Location

The hotel is situated in the old part of Edinburgh, not far from The Queen's Gallery. The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is within 25 minutes' walk of the A&O Edinburgh City, while Glasgow airport is 90 km from it. Guests might also go see Cat Nick, which is 2.1 km away. The nearby landmarks of Edinburgh include The Real Mary King's Close, located approximately a 10-minute walk away. A&O Edinburgh City hotel is just a short walk from a railway station and Museum of Childhood bus stop is 300 metres away.

Rooms

A kitchen are included in the rooms for guests' convenience.

Food & Drinks

A vegetarian breakfast is served every morning in the café at the property. There is a lounge bar onsite. This elegant bar has a lounge. The A&O Edinburgh City is just around the corner from Pilgrim Bar, serving international cuisine.

Leisure & Activities

This Edinburgh hotel also features live performances, a nightclub, and karaoke.

Why choose A&O Edinburgh City

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  • Vibrant nightlife experiences available

  • Pub with extraordinary events

  • Fully equipped family and multi-bed rooms

  • Free Wi-Fi throughout the property

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 11 May 2026
Check-out 12 May 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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How we verified prices Our team regularly checks prices to make sure you see the lowest available rates. We compare them with hotel prices and other providers. If discounts or promotions appear, prices on our site are updated accordingly.

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50 Blackfriars Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

 -  700 meters to nightlife
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    Enter dates to see availability
    From USD 208 per night
    Check-in 11 May 2026
    Check-out 12 May 2026
    Guests 2 guests

    Adults:

    2

    Children:

    0
    All rates verified
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    Check-in & out
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    Check-in:
    from 15:00 until 23:59
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    from 02:00 until 10:00