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The Place

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A grand entrance with a large, ornate doorway, flanked by two black gates. - The Place (Edinburgh)
A restaurant with wooden flooring, tables, chairs, and pendant lighting. - The Place (Edinburgh)
A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles. There are tables and chairs for seating. - The Place (Edinburgh)
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A short walk from Princes Street and Royal Mile, The Place provides a terrace, a bar, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a bathroom.

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a wooden wardrobe, a bathroom with a sink, and a window with curtains.

Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a bathroom with a toilet and a sink.

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a sofa.

Standard Twin Room (Lower Ground)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a round table, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a skylight.

Cosy Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a wooden wardrobe.

Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a round table, and a mirror.

Standard Twin Room (Lower Ground)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and large windows with a view of a brick building.

Apartment

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, The Place is in the entertainment district and near a train station. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit George Street and Princes Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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34-38 York Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3HU

What's nearby

  • A park with a pathway, benches, and trees. In the background, there are historic buildings and a clock tower.
    Princes Street
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A historic building with ornate architecture and the name 'JENNERS' on the facade.
    St. Andrew Square
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A Playhouse theater with a Shrek Musical poster, a black taxi, and a tree in front.
    Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A historic building with a statue, a clock tower, and a busy street.
    George Street
    6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.
    Royal Mile
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop
    5 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station
    7 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pho Edinburgh
    4 min walk
  • John Lewis Cafe
    3 min walk
  • Five Guys
    3 min walk
  • Black Sheep Coffee
    3 min walk
  • Barony Bar
    5 min walk

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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
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2011
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

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
  • 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 70 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 70 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is The Place pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at The Place?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 35 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Place?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Place located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this boutique hotel is within a 10-minute walk of St James Quarter, George Street, and Princes Street. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are also within 1 mi (2 km). St Andrew Square Tram Stop is only a 5-minute walk and Princes Street Tram Stop is 12 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Place Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 519 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 337 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Virgie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and caring staffs. I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent and the room was amazingly quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was full of character,we were lucky enough to be upgraded to a suite which was absolutely stunning. The breakfast selection was a little different than the usual full English cooked,and was delicious. Would highly recommend staying in this hotel,plenty of bars/restaurants close by and very conveniently located for exploring the manifest city centre.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

Julieus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, clean, the beds were terrible. Thankfully I only needed to stay there for one night, but the mattresses were poor quality.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute hotel in a great location! Kind staff and great rooms!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at this property many times. Its proximity to the playhouse and bus station , helpful and friendly staff, tasty breakfast and delicious wine makes this the perfect hotel for me. It may be a little bit more expensive but it’s worth every penny.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, really nice room with great view.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with public transportation near by.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Ahmed Sultan Al

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean and well located. The building is older so you will need to climb stairs to access the rooms. Staff are very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable, very clean, so close to bus station, lovely decor, the staff were very pleasant, would stay again, highly recommended 😀
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful with our luggage. We left it with the hotel as we took a couple side trips. We would recommend this hotel. It is quite close to the train station and the bus station.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lissette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with a staff that will gi above and beyond to make sure your stay is great 😁 Thank you Would stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

sabrina

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Convenient location to the bus station and shopping
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was quite clean and they made it up nicely every day when we put the sign on our door. We liked the breakfast choices and the fruit, yogurt, bread etc. The location was great for us - getting to the train station, restaurants, and the Royal Mile took about 15 minutes walking, and the castle about 20. St.James Quarter (a nice mall) was five minutes away. The hotel staff were friendly and helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff... My small room is perfect for a solo traveler... very clean and breakfast was top shelf but extra. No elevator or AC, which was no big deal for me but keep that in mind if those are things you need.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leo

V good stay and location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, nice friendly staff with easy check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Malar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service by the staff. Upgraded our room after a long day arriving in Edinburgh
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view, clean and spacious!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My solo room was tiny but when I moved to a double with a friend it was very spacious. Both rooms were clean and staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a really great stay at The Place. Good location, room was amazing and staff were really friendly and helpful. We loved it and would go back in a second.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel was very good, quiet comfortable, close to everything and half price of the Hilton
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s a nice enough hotel in a very convenient area. The rooms were satisfactory with a comfortable bed and a good sized bathroom to go along with it, the staff were friendly and helpful!! The breakfast was the only negative side of this hotel, wasn’t the best standard and for the price of it there wasn’t much options… other than that it was an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean and had everything We needed for the stay.Close to everything and worth our money!We will book again next time😍
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026