A&O Edinburgh City

50 Blackfriars Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Near Princes Street

Located merely 400 metres from the parish church "St Giles' Cathedral", the 2-star smoke-free A&O Edinburgh City hotel offers 24-hour front desk assistance and express check-out. The hostel is situated in the centre of Edinburgh, not far from such cultural attractions as The Queen's Gallery.

Location

This Edinburgh hotel is within 5 minutes' walk of the Victorian Gothic Scott Monument, about 10 minutes' drive from The Writers' Museum. The award winning Surgeons' Hall Museums in Edinburgh is just moments from the A&O Edinburgh City. Guests might as well visit Cat Nick, situated 2.1 km away. Arthur's Seat is also nearly a 25-minute walk away. Museum of Childhood bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is 300 m from the accommodation.

Rooms

Staying at one of the 530 rooms at A&O Edinburgh City hotel, guests have access to a kitchen.

Food & Drinks

A vegetarian breakfast is delivered in the café. Drinks are available at the lounge bar. At Pilgrim Bar, situated right near the hotel, you can taste international cuisine.

Leisure & Activities

The property features live performances, a nightclub, and karaoke.

Why choose A&O Edinburgh City

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  • Fully equipped modern rooms

  • Vibrant on-site pub atmosphere

  • Live entertainment and events

  • Close to Edinburgh nightlife

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • Sports activities

  • On-site Dining

  • Meeting facilities

  • Child-friendly

  • Pets

General
  • 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 299 per night
Check-in 1 May 2026
Check-out 2 May 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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50 Blackfriars Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

 -  Near Princes Street
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    50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    Important information
    A&O Edinburgh City
    Check-in:
    from 15:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    from 02:00 until 10:00