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Argyle Backpackers

4.0 star property
4-star Victorian hostel near University of Edinburgh

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Argyle Backpackers

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Garden
Front of property
Double Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Single Room | View from room

Overview of Argyle Backpackers

Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

Check out the area

Map
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

Room options

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Triple Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi

Triple Room

  • 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 | Individually furnished, free WiFi

Single Room

  • 21 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi

Double Room

  • 19 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi

Twin Room

  • 21 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Terrace/patio
ibis budget Edinburgh Park
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Breakfast available
4.0 out of 5, Very Good, (1002)
The price is $168
per night
$201 total
includes taxes & fees
May 16 - May 17
ibis budget Edinburgh Park

About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Marchmont stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Marchmont hostel, you'll find University of Edinburgh and National Museum of Scotland. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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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

4-star Victorian hostel near University of Edinburgh
As a guest of Argyle Backpackers, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Argyle Backpackers.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Edinburgh hostel.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Argyle Backpackers offers 18 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers.

This Edinburgh hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Digital television is provided. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

Catalan, English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 14-inch TV with digital channels

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

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

  • No pets 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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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 Hotel Edinburgh
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Argyle Backpackers to the airport?

Argyle Backpackers is 8 mi (27-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Argyle Backpackers?

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Argyle Backpackers on May 30, 2024 start from $77.49, 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.

Does Argyle Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Argyle Backpackers.

How close is Argyle Backpackers to the beach?

This hostel is 4.2 mi (17-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 19.5 mi (47-min drive) from Silver Sands Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Argyle Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Argyle Backpackers does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Argyle Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Argyle Backpackers?

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

Is there free parking at Argyle Backpackers?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Argyle Backpackers have a pool?

Argyle Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does Argyle Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Argyle Backpackers to downtown Edinburgh?

Argyle Backpackers is 1 mi away from Edinburgh.

Argyle Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 243 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

Grant

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very much enjoyed my stay at argyle backpackers. Would stay again. Very homey feel and was a pleasure to meet other travelers. Within walking distance to all of the major sights in Edinburgh, including the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Masyitah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
For a good price the room is very comfortable & safe. My friend & I had a good night sleep. I would definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

NUR ATIKAH

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Filthy
The whole place was filthy, even the communal carpets were not hoovered. Tried to use the shower on my floor and I waited for 5 mins for hot water to work before giving up. The light above the shower in this room didn’t work so it would have been very dark anyway. Ended up using the shower on the floor below which had hot water but it came out like a trickle. The whole place felt like it could use a refurb and whilst I understand it is budget accommodation I did not feel as though I got value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023