Booking a hotel as a 17-year old

I'm considering Edinburgh Uni, but it's decently far from where I live and I've never travelled anywhere on my own. I'd like to book a hotel for a night or two and explore the city by myself, but I can't find any hotels in Edinburgh that'll allow 17-year olds to stay by themselves. It's somewhat ridiculous given that I'm a legal adult in this country: apparently I'm mature enough to book student accommodation for a year but incapable of staying in a hotel by myself. Does anyone know any hotels in Edinburgh that'd allow me to stay?

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Reply 1

StriderHort

21

I know it might feel ridiculous, but entering into most contracts and agreements at 17 is still considered a teen. If you run up bills or cause damage it's harder to take action against you.

Reply 2

marple

15

Original post by NameUserer

I'm considering Edinburgh Uni, but it's decently far from where I live and I've never travelled anywhere on my own. I'd like to book a hotel for a night or two and explore the city by myself, but I can't find any hotels in Edinburgh that'll allow 17-year olds to stay by themselves. It's somewhat ridiculous given that I'm a legal adult in this country: apparently I'm mature enough to book student accommodation for a year but incapable of staying in a hotel by myself. Does anyone know any hotels in Edinburgh that'd allow me to stay?

You could try a youth hostel. The minimum age is 16. Edinburgh Central (hostellingscotland.org.uk)

Reply 3

zack19002006

9

Original post by NameUserer

I'm considering Edinburgh Uni, but it's decently far from where I live and I've never travelled anywhere on my own. I'd like to book a hotel for a night or two and explore the city by myself, but I can't find any hotels in Edinburgh that'll allow 17-year olds to stay by themselves. It's somewhat ridiculous given that I'm a legal adult in this country: apparently I'm mature enough to book student accommodation for a year but incapable of staying in a hotel by myself. Does anyone know any hotels in Edinburgh that'd allow me to stay?

your a teen not an adult you have to be 18 or older to call your self an adult so they will not let you in a hotel

Reply 4

Maryglov

6

Booking a hotel at 17 can be tricky due to age restrictions.

Reply 5

CatLover1

10

Try independent hotels that are not chain. They typically do not have an age limit, or if they do it is over 16 and likely will not have a reception. They may have a key safe instead.

Reply 6

quakyducky

5

Don't feel too discouraged by the hotel restrictions - it is definitely frustrating! @catlover1 makes a really good suggestion to look at independent hotels that may have a lower age limit. And I think @marple has the best idea - you should definitely consider Edinburgh Central Hostel.

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