Argyle Backpackers

4.0 star property
Upscale Victorian hostel, walk to University of Edinburgh
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Argyle Backpackers

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

Overview of Argyle Backpackers

Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Business services
The price is AU$140
Price available on 13/4/2024

Check out the area

14 Argyle Place, Newington, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 1JL
  • Popular LocationArgyle Place1 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Edinburgh6 min walk
  • Popular LocationNational Museum of Scotland12 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station)7 min drive
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Room options

Triple Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed OR 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Single Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 2 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Double Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 2 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

Argyle Backpackers is located in Marchmont, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and George Street. Check out an event or a game at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.

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

Upscale hostel near Royal Mile
University of Edinburgh and National Museum of Scotland are located near Argyle Backpackers, which 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 reception.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Bike hire, a front desk safe and barbecues
  • Luggage storage, a computer station and tour/ticket information
  • A TV in reception and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 14-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Communal kitchens, fridges 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
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 14-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

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
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 any lifts
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
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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.

How much does it cost to stay at Argyle Backpackers?

As of 28 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Argyle Backpackers on 13 Apr 2024 start from AU$139.54, including 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.

What time is check-in at Argyle Backpackers?

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

What time is check-out at Argyle Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Argyle Backpackers located?

Located in Marchmont, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of The Meadows and University of Edinburgh. National Museum of Scotland and Grassmarket are also within 15 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 21 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 24 minutes.

Argyle Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 242 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 242 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 242 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 242 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 242 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Travelled 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

4/10 Poor

Andrzej

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

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

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

6/10 Okay

Cameron

Business traveller
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023