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Argyle Backpackers

Argyle Backpackers

Edinburgh Scotland
Check in 12:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
Experience extraordinary comfort and unparalleled hospitality from the moment you arrive at Argyle Backpackers, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Royal Mile and Edinburgh International Conference Centre. This hostel is 7 minutes walk to University of Edinburgh and 5 minutes drive to Edinburgh Castle.

Unwind and recharge with a 14-inch flat-screen TV, complimentary high-speed WiFi, daily housekeeping and mini-refrigerator. Conveniences include an in-room safe.

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Property Details

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.

  • 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
  • Total number of rooms - 18
  • Number of floors - 3

Check-in

Check-in is from 12:00 PM until midnight. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 5:00 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 will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

  • 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Other details

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

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
Surgeon's Hall - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Festival Theatre - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Royal Commonwealth Pool - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
The preferred airport for Argyle Backpackers is Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 20.1 km / 12.5 mi

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • No elevators

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Other charges

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30 per night
  • Towels fee: GBP 2 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

14 Argyle Place, Edinburgh, Scotland EH9 1JL, United Kingdom
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