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Argyle Backpackers

4.0 star property
Victorian hostel in Edinburgh

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Single Room | Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Triple Room
Double Room
14-inch TV with digital channels

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

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14 Argyle Place, Newington, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 1JL
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
TV
Yard
Patio
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Heating
  • 3 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
TV
Yard
Patio
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Heating
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room

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
Yard
Patio
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Heating
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only (4 people)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 people)

In-room safe, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 people)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 people)

In-room safe, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 people)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 People)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 People)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 People)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Yard
Patio
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

At Argyle Backpackers you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket. Highlights at this Victorian hostel include in-room free WiFi and patios. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Marchmont hostel include Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile.
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What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grassmarket - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Royal Mile - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Princes Street - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

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
  • ‪Uplands Roast - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Detour - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Leaf And Bean Marchmont - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Argyle Backpackers

Victorian hostel in Edinburgh
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.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Argyle Backpackers offers 18 accommodations with a safe and shared/communal kitchens. Rooms open to patios. This individually furnished accommodation has separate dining areas. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

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.

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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
  • 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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Towels fee: GBP 2.00 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

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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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Argyle Backpackers?

Argyle Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Argyle Backpackers?

As of 10 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Argyle Backpackers on 11 Nov 2025 start from AU$109.46, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Argyle Backpackers?

The closest beach to Argyle Backpackers is Portobello Beach (5.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Argyle Backpackers?

No, Argyle Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Argyle Backpackers?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Argyle Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.