Argyle Backpackers

14 Argyle Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Good
234 reviews
7.8

Check-in dates

07.10.2026
to
08.10.2026

Guests and Rooms

2 adults · 0 children · 1 room
Location

With a stay at Argyle Backpackers in Edinburgh, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. This hostel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Princes Street.

Amenities

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this Victorian hostel include a fireplace in the lobby, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 18 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private patios. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

Attractions

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

The Meadows - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
University of Edinburgh - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
George Square - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Queen's Hall - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
National Library of Scotland - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
MacEwan Hall - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Greyfriar's Bobby - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Greyfriars Kirk - 1 km / 0.6 mi
National Museum of Scotland - 1 km / 0.7 mi
Potterrow Student Centre - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Grassmarket - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Victoria Street - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Festival Theatre - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Royal Commonwealth Pool - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
Witchery Tours - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi

The preferred airport for Argyle Backpackers is Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 20.1 km / 12.5 mi

Business Amenities

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a computer station, and express check-in.

National Ratings

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Facilities

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Number of stairs to reach property - 2
Distance from property (meters) - 1127
Distance from property (miles) - 0.7
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Free parking nearby
Express check-in
Shared microwave
Free wired internet
Television in common areas
Shared refrigerator
Free WiFi
Bicycle parking available
Designated smoking areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Picnic area
Garden
Tours/ticket assistance
Fireplace in lobby
Distance from property (km) - 1
Recycling
No accessible shuttle
Luggage storage
Express check-out
Visual alarms in hallways
Multilingual staff
Front desk (limited hours)
Library
Barbecue grill(s)
Housekeeping on request
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Laundry facilities
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Terrace
Computer station

Helpful Information

Check-in / Check-out
Check-in from: 10:00 AM
Check-out until: 10:30 AM
Additional check-in information
  • 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
Check-in Special Instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. 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. 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.
Optional Fees
  • 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.

Know Before You Go
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guest rating

7.8
Good
234 reviews
Comfort
7.2
Overall
7.8
Service
8.2
Amenities
7.2
Condition
7.2
Cleanliness
7.6
Neighborhood
8.4
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