Although we selected the Playfair for its location, there were limitations to our stay that led to a little disappointment. Our room was facing the street, which meant constant traffic noise all night long. The window couldn't be opened due to noise and that made the room uncomfortably warm and stuffy. The bed was barely adequate and fairly uncomfortable. Bath facilities were just adequate but no "creature comforts" at all. The advertised breakfast was a basket left at the door with instant oatmeal, pre-packaged sugary pasties and Capri Sun "juice" so we left it. There wan't any table to sit at to enjoy a breakfast even if we'd wanted to. The best part of the experience was the location. It was a 15 minute walk to the city center and about a 30 minute walk to the castle. For the money, we expected more.
My room wasn’t serviced, my breakfast was never delivered, the shower barely worked- this was really a barebones (or worse) hotel.
Friendly staff, cozy room, historic building, quiet and close to the center.
Located in Leith, Playfair House Hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Princes Street. This 12-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk.
Enjoy a bite to eat at Toranj, the hotel's onsite restaurant. Order from room service to satisfy your hunger without leaving your room. Continental breakfast is offered for a fee each morning from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
Guests can expect to find TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Coffee makers and desks are other standard amenities.
Playfair House Hotel features free WiFi in public areas and a picnic area. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. This smoke-free hotel also has a reception hall.
Although we selected the Playfair for its location, there were limitations to our stay that led to a little disappointment. Our room was facing the street, which meant constant traffic noise all night long. The window couldn't be opened due to noise and that made the room uncomfortably warm and stuffy. The bed was barely adequate and fairly uncomfortable. Bath facilities were just adequate but no "creature comforts" at all. The advertised breakfast was a basket left at the door with instant oatmeal, pre-packaged sugary pasties and Capri Sun "juice" so we left it. There wan't any table to sit at to enjoy a breakfast even if we'd wanted to. The best part of the experience was the location. It was a 15 minute walk to the city center and about a 30 minute walk to the castle. For the money, we expected more.
My room wasn’t serviced, my breakfast was never delivered, the shower barely worked- this was really a barebones (or worse) hotel.
Friendly staff, cozy room, historic building, quiet and close to the center.