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Argyle Backpackers

4.0 star property
Victorian hostel in Edinburgh

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Single Room | Terrace/patio
Triple Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
14-inch TV with digital channels
Double Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Near Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile, Argyle Backpackers provides a terrace, a garden and a library. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is £62
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept

Room options

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Triple Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
TV
  • 36 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed OR 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Single Room

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
TV
  • 36 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 people)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
TV
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
TV
  • 36 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 people)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
TV
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only (4 people)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
TV
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Twin Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
TV
  • 36 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory | In-room safe, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
TV
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
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About the area

Map
14 Argyle Place, Newington, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 1JL

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grassmarket - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Royal Mile - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Princes Street - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Haymarket Tram Station - 4 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 7 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Library Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Victor Hugo Delicatessen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Söderberg The Meadows - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Summerhall Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Leaf And Bean Marchmont - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Argyle Backpackers

Upscale hostel near University of Edinburgh
Close to Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile, Argyle Backpackers 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:
  • Express check-out, express check-in and barbecues
  • A front desk safe, a TV in reception and a computer station
  • Multilingual staff, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 6 bathrooms with baths or showers and toilet paper
  • 14-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Private gardens, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

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The price is £85
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 1,127 metres

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed
  • Separate in-room dining area

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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • 6 shared bathrooms (in-room sinks)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 14-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

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
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
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 normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Towels fee: GBP 2.00 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 31 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Argyle Backpackers on 29 Sept 2025 start from £61.60, 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.

How much is parking at Argyle Backpackers?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Argyle Backpackers?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Argyle Backpackers?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Argyle Backpackers located?

Located in Marchmont, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of The Meadows and University of Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 1 mile (2 km). Princes Street Tram Stop is 21 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 24 minutes.

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Argyle Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 308 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 308 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 308 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 308 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 308 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central and very affordable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sagar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice for the value
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danial

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hostel. Complimentary coffee and tea. Staff were nice and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marcia

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm water supply wasn‘t always secured. Bathrooms weren‘t clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Brynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The building had old charm. The pipes were very noisy in our room every time the water was run.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Area is absolutely perfect for exploring Edinburgh! Grocery stores are at a walkable distance, the street feels safe and quiet, and all of the major tourist attractions are at a walkable distance. It was nice to be away from the city centre bustle, but close enough to be able to walk there when you wish. Convenient check in and checkout. Kitchens had everything you need and even some free stuff which was nice! Garden/patio area was very pretty and we enjoyed spending time out there :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

DAVID

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really good

Really good hostel. Only thing is if they could mention the towel policy in the instructions email. I'll stay again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Good place to stay

This is a nice place to stay in Edinburgh if you are intending to be out most of the time and don't need a fancy hotel! It's very much a hostel but it's in a quieter area of the city with lots of nice cafes and brunch places around. Easy 20 min walk from the station. Clean enough but it is an old town house so not immaculate!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

David John

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just not very clean, not well kept. Uncomfortable bed. I just think that having a festival on shouldn't mean putting prices up sky high. £87 it shouldn't even be £7.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ines

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very dirty, floor full of hairs and bathroom as well.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous location, good set up, excellent value
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

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

Joakim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great basic place to crash a night or two.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice atmosphere, great location, delivers all it promises - no complaints.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 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

Isobel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so nice and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Susan

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

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

10/10 Excellent

Masyitah

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

Walid

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
family friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Craig

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Budget price, budget room.

Its a budget hostel, so no complaints. I needed a cheap room to stay in/go back too after clubbing until 3am. I had a single bedroom which was through behind the kitchen. Nice and quiet, clean bedding, and warm enough. Carpet could do with a good hoover though ! I would use again for the same purpose.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Alexandra

Location is good, staff kind, date property all over. Could do with a refresh
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Typical Hostel, you get exactly what you expect and pay for.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

J

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

brilliant

everything was absolutely brilliant
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023