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Pilrig House vs a&o Edinburgh City

Pilrig House and Safestay Edinburgh are both rated highly by experts. On balance, Pilrig House is the choice of most professionals compared to Safestay Edinburgh. Pilrig House comes in at 80 with approval from 3 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Time Out and The Telegraph.

Pilrig House
Pilrig House
7 / 10
Pilrig House Close, Edinburgh EH6 5RF, Scotland
From $34 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Parking
  • Kitchenette
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Time Out Time Out
"A selection of three recently refurbished apartments located within 17th-century Pilrig House, which is located in a park halfway between Leith and the city centre." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"Wreathed in roses and surrounded by a lovely garden, with a private gate opening on to the green expanse of Pilrig Park, this is a place of quiet enchantment." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Set at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac overlooking a peaceful park, the house offers two luxurious self-catering apartments with fully equipped kitchens and private parking." Full review
a&o Edinburgh City
a&o Edinburgh City
7 / 10
50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh EH1 1NE , Scotland
From $13 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundy Room
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast buffet
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"A five-star hostel just off the Royal Mile, with 622 beds in twin rooms or dorms. Women-only rooms are available."
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Hostels - the word alone is strong enough to awaken the worst feelings in the world." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"A good example of a competitive new style of hostel accommodation: less relentlessly wholesome than a traditional rambler’s rest but not a party-animal pit." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Budget
"Part hostel, part residence hall, the budget Safestay Edinburgh is a young, casual property with a party atmosphere." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A big (620 beds), bright, modern hostel that feels more like a hotel... A huge bar and a central location just off the Royal Mile make this a favourite place to stay for the young, party-mad crowd." Full review