The Place

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

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Apartment | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Property entrance
Reception
Apartment | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

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34-38 York Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3HU
  • Place, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room (Lower Ground)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Small Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1023 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, The Place is within a 5-minute walk of Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Royal Mile. This 47-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Mile - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gordon Ramsay Street Burger - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pho - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪SushiSamba - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Conan Doyle - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Place

Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Guests of The Place enjoy free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a terrace. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. This boutique hotel also has a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 26 per day)

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Place

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2011
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 35
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 15.95 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 26 per day (328 ft away)
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 35 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Place Edinburgh
Place Hotel Edinburgh
The Place Hotel
The Place Edinburgh
The Place Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Place?

The Place provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Place?

As of Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Place on Nov 2, 2025 start from $120.63, excluding 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.

What can I see within easy reach of The Place?

This hotel is situated in Edinburgh City Centre, just steps from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, and within a 10-minute walk of Princes Street and George Street. You'll also find Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Place?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does The Place feature a casino?

No, The Place doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Place?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Place?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this boutique hotel, including a bar, a restaurant, and a terrace.

Does The Place have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Place have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Place serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Place.

Will The Place allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Place though service animals are welcome.

Does The Place have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from The Place?

The closest major airport to The Place is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 9.6 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Place?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Place.

The Place Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 423 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 391 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1011 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great base to explore Edinburgh
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for tram to airport , close to train station , staff helpful , small single room but very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, pretty space and good view. Wish there had been a fridge and quieter doors; the stairwell got quite loud with fellow guests coming and going.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in, parked car no problem, place is immaculate and has everything I need for my time here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyce

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay! The staff was very welcoming and helpful, the room was spotless & super cosy! Had a great sleep! Will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Style. Helpfulness. Class. Closeness to amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

adna

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Renzo

Traveled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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My stay at the place was wonderful. They had the most wonderful hotel staff very pleasant very kind and very attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breno

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the staffs was very kind and helpful. Was one of the best hotels that i ever stay, the breakfast is awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Breanna M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Place Hotel in Edinburgh is a charming establishment that is within easy walking distance from Waverley Station and Waverley Mall, even if hauling your luggage, as I did. It is beautifully decorated and very clean. The staff were very hospitable and generously helpful with any of my needs or questions. There's a charming bar area, along with two very nice breakfast dining areas, which are connected, with ample common rooms in between. My single room was very nicely set up, very clean and had its own private bathroom and shower. The bed and pillows were extremely comfortable and I was able to rest well after more than 24 hrs of travel. Breakfast does costs extra but was so worth it, because of the variety of choices of food and beverages. The only thing I found daunting were the stairs and carrying luggage up and down. Thankfully, Reception staff did help me get my luggage up two flights of stairs to my room, as I was wearing a knee brace, but just know that there is no lift. I will definitely stay here again, and highly recommend The Place Hotel for it's welcoming staff and extremely comfortable accommodations.
The entrance, beautifully lit up at night.
On of several common areas
The bar.
The stairs - no lift.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay in Edinburgh! Very spacious, clean rooms, with very friendly and very helpful staff, and in a very convenient location. Really no complaints that I can think of. I would definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grayson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tate

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent location and service

All great, thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dana, New York

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gladys Mae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love it because it is very spacious and it is very accessible to many things. Staff were amazing and accommodating.only thing i didn’t like very much that there was no lift in the property
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025