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a&o Edinburgh CityvsThe Raeburn
Both hotels are recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Safestay Edinburgh scores marginally higher than The Raeburn. Safestay Edinburgh ranks #43 in Edinburgh with approval from 5 reviews like Oyster, The Telegraph and Rough Guide.
a&o Edinburgh City
Rough Guide
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
Oyster
Lonely Planet
50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh EH1 1NE , Scotland
From $13/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Breakfast buffet
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 "Hostels - the word alone is strong enough to awaken the worst feelings in the world." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"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
OysterBudget
"Part hostel, part residence hall, the budget Safestay Edinburgh is a young, casual property with a party atmosphere." Full review
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
The Raeburn Oyster The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler
The Guardian
Independent
112 Raeburn Place, Edinburgh EH4 1RG, Scotland
From $104/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Multilingual
OysterUpscale
"The Raeburn is an upscale, family-run boutique hotel set in a charming Georgian building in Edinburgh's affluent Stockbridge neighborhood." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Expect a moody-modern-meets-heritage look, fabulous cocktails, and expensive extras in the rooms, from GHD straighteners to snazzy espresso machines." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Establishing shot: What's the first thing you notice as you arrive? What are your initial impressions?Located in Edinburgh’s wonderfully bougie New Town, the Raeburn is a circa-1832..." Full review
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There's free onsite parking—just be sure to call ahead.
The Guardian "Right by Inverleith Park, the Raeburn has a warm ambience and is just a stone’s throw from great cafes and independent shops on Raeburn Place."
Independent "The Raeburn is perfect for out-of-towners...head upstairs to rooms that tick all the boxes. Rainforest showers, humongous TVs, and coffee machines all come as standard."
