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Argyle Backpackers

4.0 star property
Victorian hostel in Edinburgh

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Garden
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Front of property
Double Room | Shared kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
14-inch TV with digital channels

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is SAR 274
SAR 329 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar

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Triple Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi

Triple Room

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Individually furnished
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 2 sq m
  • 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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 2 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually furnished, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 people)

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Individually furnished
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Individually furnished, free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 2 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually furnished, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 people)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Individually furnished, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only (4 people)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Twin Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi

Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 people) | Individually furnished, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 people)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

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14 Argyle Place, Newington, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 1JL

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grassmarket - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Royal Mile - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Princes Street - 6 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Söderberg the Meadows - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Red Box Marchmont - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Artista - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Considerit - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Earl of Marchmont - ‬2 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
  • A TV in the lobby, multilingual staff, and a front-desk safe
  • A computer station, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Library

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 14-inch TV
  • Digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Individually furnished
  • Safe (surcharge)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; 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 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 5:00 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 staffed during limited hours
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

Front desk (limited hours), 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

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
Argyle Backpackers Hostel
Argyle Backpackers Edinburgh
Argyle Backpackers
Argyle Backpackers Hotel Edinburgh
Argyle Backpackers Edinburgh, Scotland
Argyle Backpackers Edinburgh
Argyle Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Argyle Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is Argyle Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Argyle Backpackers?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Argyle Backpackers?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Argyle Backpackers located?

Located in Marchmont, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of The Meadows and University of Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 1 mi (2 km). Princes Street Tram Stop is 21 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 24 minutes.

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Argyle Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 275 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 275 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 275 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 275 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 275 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room with good beds, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for Edinburgh city. Easy check in, room basic but clean and comfortable. Kitchen facilities all good.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

6/10 Okay

Craig

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Budget price, budget room.
Its a budget hostel, so no complaints. I needed a cheap room to stay in/go back too after clubbing until 3am. I had a single bedroom which was through behind the kitchen. Nice and quiet, clean bedding, and warm enough. Carpet could do with a good hoover though ! I would use again for the same purpose.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous location, good set up, excellent value
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We really enjoyed our stay here. Probably best hostel we’ve stayed in. Staff were super friendly and helpful (Tanika in particular). Had 2 kitchens and multiple bathrooms which was nice. Area is far away enough to be peaceful but not too far that you can still easily walk anywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

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

8/10 Good

Joakim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great basic place to crash a night or two.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice atmosphere, great location, delivers all it promises - no complaints.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 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

Isobel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so nice and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grant

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

Masyitah

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.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place! But the WiFi was very bad
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Jose

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
50 50 thank you the safe in my room was shut and it woudnt ipen and try and fix your tvs:)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walid

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
family friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very good location, friendly staff, but not clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely exceeded our expectations. Although its is a cozy beaten up hostel, with shared bathroom/WC and kitchen, we felt like we were home. Meadows Park is nearby, we could walk pretty much everywhere. Reception/crew was not engaging much. Nonetheless, great value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great low-cost option
Great little place. Basic, very clean. Very friendly helpful staff. Nice kitchen and seating areas. Quiet street. Very good low-cost option
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Alexandra

Location is good, staff kind, date property all over. Could do with a refresh
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Typical Hostel, you get exactly what you expect and pay for.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
brilliant
everything was absolutely brilliant
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Trish

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Basic accommodation. Remember and take a towel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Philippe

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old and musty
I know this is a budget option but the place is just dirty and falling apart. Staff are nice but I was dependent on helpful other guests to get me in and sorted. So old and musty in the rooms and my room was only accessible through a communal kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Met by lovely people from Aust and NZ. Made us feel quite at home. Nothing was too much bother. The concierge was amazing and very helpful 👌
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023