Located in Edinburgh and with University of Edinburgh reachable within a 9-minute walk, Argyle Backpackers has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Popular points of interest nearby include The Real Mary King's Close, Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and Edinburgh Castle. The property provides a shared kitchen, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests. With a shared bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer, some accommodations at the hostel also feature a city view. At Argyle Backpackers, rooms are equipped with a TV and a safety deposit box. The area is popular for cycling, and bike rental is available at the accommodation. Popular points of interest near Argyle Backpackers include EICC, National Museum of Scotland and Royal Mile. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 5.6 miles from the hostel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
3 twin beds
or
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.4
Facilities
7.1
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.2
Value for money
7.7
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
5.7
Low score for Edinburgh
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Area info

Amenities of Argyle Backpackers

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Laundry
  • Heating
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • City view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Cycling
    Off-site
Media & Technology
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Adults only
  • Convenience store on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Italian

House rules

Argyle Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM

Check-out

From 12:00 AM to 11:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Argyle Backpackers

  • Check-in at Argyle Backpackers is from 10:00 AM, and check-out is until 11:30 AM.

  • Argyle Backpackers is 0.7 miles from the center of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Argyle Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Movie nights
    • Bicycle rental

  • The prices at Argyle Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.