Stay Central

3.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, steps from National Museum of Scotland

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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139 Cowgate, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1LL
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

XL - sleeps up to 4

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Private Dorm - The Ultimate Party Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 9
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

S (Double)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

XXL - sleeps up to 6

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

L (Executive Double of Twin)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

M (Double or twin)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Double Or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Private Dorm-the Ultimate Party Room

  • Sleeps 9

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

XXL - Sleeps Up To 6

  • Sleeps 6

Double Room S

  • Sleeps 2

Xxl-Room

  • Sleeps 6

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, Stay Central is adjacent to National Museum of Scotland and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like University of Edinburgh. Each of the 37 rooms at this 3-star hotel includes an iPod dock, a coffee maker, and an LCD TV.

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Princes Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 7 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Three Sisters - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Frankenstein - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Eve - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog Edinburgh Cowgate - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Stay Central

Hotel with a bar, steps from National Museum of Scotland
Guests staying at Stay Central enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and an ATM. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage.
Guests can expect to find LCD TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. IPod docks, coffee makers, and safes are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Three Sisters Pub

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Safe

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 10
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 18 and younger (only guests older than 18 are allowed)

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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00 (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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Stay Central?

Stay Central provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to Stay Central?

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

Is there parking available at Stay Central?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Stay Central have a casino?

No, Stay Central doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Stay Central?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Stay Central?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Stay Central?

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

Does Stay Central feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Stay Central serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Three Sisters Pub.

Will Stay Central allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Stay Central.

Are there connecting rooms at Stay Central?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Stay Central?

The closest major airport to Stay Central is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 7.9 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Stay Central?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Stay Central.