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The Place

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Princes Street

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

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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

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Superior Double or Twin Room | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

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

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Standard Twin Room (Lower Ground) | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room (Lower Ground)

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

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Standard Double Room | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

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

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Single Room | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment

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

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Suite | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite

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

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Small Double Room | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Small Double Room

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

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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 Princes Street. 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

  • ‪Zara - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pho - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys St. James Quarter - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Salerno Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Real Greek - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Place

Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Princes Street
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 securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. 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.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, French, Hungarian, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish

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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

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2011
  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • 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.

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 there parking available 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.

Is The Place a good place to stay for couples?

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.

Are there connecting rooms at The Place?

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

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 384 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 412 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1010 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We stayed at the Place for one night. We were lucky enough to be upgraded and had a lovely large room on the first floor. The hotel does not have a lift so stairs to the third floor may have been a little taxing for mid 70s. Staff incredibly friendly and helpful. A bit of a disturbed night due to traffic noise but all in all a good experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

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

Short stay Edinburgh

About a 15 min walk from Waverley, just behind shopping Mall. A lift would make it perfect but the staff cannot help enough, I dropped by case off mid morning and when i came back later to check in it was already up in my room. The decor was lovely - comfortable. Everything was really clean and well maintained. Room was a little warm so i kept my window open all the time, it did mean you could hear the trams passing by but that did not bother me. Breakfast was lovely. I would definitely stay there again.
Breakfast - Poached eggs, Smashed Avocado, Sourdough and balsamic.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

DeAnna, Clearwater

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Felt like i was in a basement , and staff TWO times at 8am to wake me up and hotel did nothing to remediate this at all. Doesn't make a single person feel safe especially with do not disturb on door. Coincident or not, i got bit and was itchy my whole stay. So g l ad i could check out. came in my room for no reason
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Couple weekend break.

Staff were friendly on check in. Offered to help carry our bags upstairs as no lift. Room was clean and tidy. We had a top floor room. Kinda inside the roof. View was lively but room was very warm at night and bed was smaller than we expected and shower was small too and weak pressure. Felt like pics on Hotels didn’t match the actual bathroom images. Location great for trams and city centre. Didn’t have breakfast here ate out at near by cafe. Was quiet and no real noise from street. We were at back of hotel. Probably wouldn’t stay again as felt like we have had better rooms in other hotels for same price.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Athena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Breakfast was overpriced and not very tasty. Room was nice but had very little sohndproofing
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ailsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Room comfort

Ok

The was very spacious it was close to city centre and public transport
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

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

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is old and quaint. Was nice and quiet. Rooms are small and comfortable although very warm. There was a fan which helped. Fantastic price for the location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Alyssa

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a great location for exploring Edinburgh. Within walking distance of shops pubs and restaurants. Staff are friendly and helpful. Beautiful rooms, comfortable bed. Breakfast was delicious. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doaa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the hotel. The room was spacious and impeccably clean. The staff were exceptionally friendly, and the location was ideal, with a shopping center nearby and easy access to the city center. It’s an experience I would happily repeat!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabahat

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. The room was nice and spacious. They were very kind and kept our luggage until our room was ready. The staff were very friendly. I liked the location and easy to get to good places to eat and shop. It was also close to the bus stop close to our pick up for our Highlands tour.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Sian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great, rooms were odd, totally overpriced felt like a glorified premier inn- rooms not as advertised,
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Beautiful hotel

Beautiful hotel in a perfect location. Central to everything. Really clean and tidy and well presented rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mafalda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel receptionist is extremely friendly and helpful. The room was very spacious and the location of the hotel was great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ive stayed a few times at the Place for business. The hotel is in an excellent location easy walk from Waverley train station. Staff are always great, nice bar and good breakfast. See you again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

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

Small but nice

Small room and a bit cramped but that was fine for me for a work visit, including some work at the desk, tho ironing needed some moving of chairs etc. Hotel nice and with good location and nice breakfast. Window on to street wasn’t a great sound barrier to Christmas party goers but again fine.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Jyoti

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed here for the Christmas markets. Super convenient location wise. Stayed in the cosy double and it is cosy! Nowhere to really hang stuff on (coats, towels etc). Was quite loud with doors swinging shut. Cleaners also came quite early and were v loud. Staff were great. Lounge was cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024