Playfair House Hotel

3.0 star property
Georgian hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Twin Room, Ensuite | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
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Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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20 Leopold Place, London Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH7 5LB
  • Place, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Single Room, Ensuite

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Premium Junior Suite Ensuite with Bath

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room, Ensuite

  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Double Room, Ensuite

  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

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.

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Princes Street - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Mile - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Edinburgh Castle - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Down the Hatch - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪1802 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪CC Blooms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jeremiah's Taproom - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Lantern Room - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Playfair House Hotel

Georgian hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
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.
Guests can expect to find TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Coffee makers and desks are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 4.50 for adults and GBP 4.50 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Toranj

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Georgian architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Room service

More

  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 4.50 for adults and GBP 4.50 for children

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Playfair House Hotel?

Playfair House Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Playfair House Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Leith within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street. You'll also find Royal Mile and George Street less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Playfair House Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Playfair House Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Playfair House Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Playfair House Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Playfair House Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk plus some guestrooms include soaking tubs.

Does Playfair House Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Playfair House Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Playfair House Hotel serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Toranj.

Does Playfair House Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Playfair House Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Playfair House Hotel?

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

How far is the airport from Playfair House Hotel?

The closest major airport to Playfair House Hotel is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 8.6 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Playfair House Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Playfair House Hotel.