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Argyle Backpackers

4.0 star property

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Garden
Front of property
14-inch TV with digital channels
Double Room | Shared kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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14 Argyle Place, Newington, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 1JL
  • University of Edinburgh
    6 min walk
  • National Museum of Scotland
    12 min walk
  • Grassmarket
    14 min walk
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    28 min drive

Room options

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Triple Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi

Triple Room

  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed OR 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi

Single Room

  • 2 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 people)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Double Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi

Double Room

  • 2 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 people)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only (4 people)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Twin Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi

Twin Room

  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory | Individually furnished, free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About this property

Argyle Backpackers

Victorian hostel in Edinburgh
Along with a microwave in a common area, this hostel has a fridge in a common area and dry cleaning. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a computer station and a library are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Argyle Backpackers offers 18 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Edinburgh hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Digital televisions are provided. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Argyle Backpackers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from University of Edinburgh. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus dry cleaning service and a library.
  • Free WiFi
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • 6 minutes by foot from University of Edinburgh and a 5-minute drive from Royal Mile
As a guest of Argyle Backpackers, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Argyle Backpackers.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Edinburgh hostel.

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

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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: noon; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 5:00 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 staffed during limited hours
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

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • An in-room safe is available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property 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 information and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Argyle Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 275 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 275 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 275 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 275 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 275 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for Edinburgh city. Easy check in, room basic but clean and comfortable. Kitchen facilities all good.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kenneth

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Internet did not work reliably, shower water heater on top floor was broken so we had cold showers. I told the staff lady but it didn't get fixed. Very noisy floorboards, Windows didn't fully close and neither did the blinds so it was very bright at night. Stained carpets, uncomfortable beds, musty bedding. Overpriced, not value for money at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kenneth

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Internet did not work reliably, shower water heater on top floor was broken so we had cold showers. I told the staff lady but it didn't get fixed. Very noisy floorboards, Windows didn't fully close and neither did the blinds so it was very bright at night. Stained carpets, uncomfortable beds, musty bedding. Overpriced, not value for money at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not very welcoming, not very helpful at all,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We really enjoyed our stay here. Probably best hostel we’ve stayed in. Staff were super friendly and helpful (Tanika in particular). Had 2 kitchens and multiple bathrooms which was nice. Area is far away enough to be peaceful but not too far that you can still easily walk anywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Philippe

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old and musty
I know this is a budget option but the place is just dirty and falling apart. Staff are nice but I was dependent on helpful other guests to get me in and sorted. So old and musty in the rooms and my room was only accessible through a communal kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaan

Travelled with family, Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely exceeded our expectations. Although its is a cozy beaten up hostel, with shared bathroom/WC and kitchen, we felt like we were home. Meadows Park is nearby, we could walk pretty much everywhere. Reception/crew was not engaging much. Nonetheless, great value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

LAURENCE

Don't expect much
Rooms in different buildings. Ok and not too expensive for one or two night. Toilet was leaking in the stairs. You are young and don't really care how everything looks 'cause you are not going be around very much anyway? If yes, it's gonna be perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Laura

Travelled with partner
They were not prepared for our stay but made arrangements in a short period of time. The property is old and well used but is clean. Hot water (or even warm), however, was non-existant on the third floor. Note there are are all shared bathrooms in rhis place. We missed this bit of info in the description so were shocked!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty decent hostel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to bus which took us to the Tram
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mateusz

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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