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The Place

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 4-minute walk to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

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Apartment | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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

  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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34-38 York Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3HU
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, George Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

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

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Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

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

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Standard Twin Room (Lower Ground) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room (Lower Ground)

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

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room

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

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Small Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Small Double Room

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

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Suite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite

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

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Apartment | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment

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

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

City Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

Small Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room Lower Ground

  • Sleeps 2

Small Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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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

  • St. Andrew Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • George Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Mile - 8 min walk - 0.4 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

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

About this property

The Place

Hotel with a restaurant, 4-minute 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 securing valuables, luggage storage, 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Place on Jan 4, 2026 start from $93.2, 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 Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile 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 good for couples?

This boutique hotel offers many amenities for couples such as a bar and a restaurant with some guestrooms featuring fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at The Place?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book 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. 436 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 378 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meliha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, friendly and helpful staff. Great location! Would come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property staff was excellent. The beds were horrible- outdated, spring mattress. No elevator- 72 steps to the top where rooms are.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Trevor

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esther

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

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was the perfect hotel for our 2 days there !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Georgian building that has received LIMITED updates, too limited for what they charge. I was put in a top floor room, 4 flights of steep stairs and no elevator. The room sat directly under the roof and with the window closed (and the cleaning staff always closed it) and no AC the room would be very hot and stuffy by the end of the day and would not fully cool down until the wee hours of the morning; and this was in September so one can imagine the heat in summer. Also, with the windows open sounds of the traffic and street cars down below Kept me awake. The hot water was tepid, with very low water pressure, not much more than a trickle, and the bed killed my back. Not what one would expect at this price point.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean, friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A fine old Edinburgh Town House with spectacular views over the Firth of Forth to Fine. One note of caution, though: no. 36 has no lifts. The exercise did me good, but for some guests this may be an issue. O/w a terrific hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

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

8/10 Good

SCOTT

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel. The staff were wonderful and helpful (helped carry our luggage up to the top floor.) Breakfast was excellent. The lounge area was very nice. Would have given a 5 overall except for not having a lift. We avoided our room during the day to avoid going up all the stairs. Recommend the Superior Double as the Standard comes in different sizes and floor levels. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely friendly and helpful, room was clean and comfortable, Highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay. Very close to bus station and Waverly. Lots of shops and dining options up Hanover and on Princes Street. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winnie

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Logan, Fredericton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was down several stairs. No lift. Situated basically in the basement.. No window just a sky light. Making the already tiny tiny room, Stuffy.. A fan was provided. It offered some comfort. The staff was probably the best part. I feel as we were charged too much for a Small room with a double bed. Which is what I ordered but upon seeing it in person it seemed overpriced.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Crew very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel team were very helpful, attentive and friendly. They offered to carry our luggage as there was no lift on site, excellent customer service. The room was compact, but very clean and comfortable, with all that we needed for a one noight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really helpful staff. Great location in the old town. Easy to get to other places.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large, comfortable room. Very clean. 68 steps to the top floor with no elevator, but helpful staff carried luggage up and down.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and location were incredibke
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dessy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view from the window, spacious room, very clean and tidy. They provide complete of teas, coffee, iron, and hairdryer. I love the big mirror in bed room and a beautiful mirror in shower room. Staff are nice and helpfull. Close to station and mall. It doesn't has lift but the stairs is not bad for a little exercise.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025