Children allowed

Facilities

Nightclub
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Comfortable environment
Cons:
Noise issues
High prices
Cleanliness concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.49
Comments on stained sheets and general cleanliness issues.
Service
9.46
Staff were helpful and attentive.
Location
9.5
Ideal location near attractions; central with good accessibility.
Room Quality
7.95
Issues with room size and comfort, including cramped spaces.
Amenities
8.98
Good amenities but some concerns about breakfast service.
Value for Money
7.94
High prices not justified by the quality offered.
Food and Beverage
7.49
Basic breakfast with some days without service.
Overall Experience
8.96
Enjoyable stay despite some drawbacks; would return for location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 10:02

Property Description

Historic Location
Stay Central Hotel, a charming budget option, is conveniently situated just a 3-minute walk from the iconic Royal Mile in Edinburgh's Old Town.

Modern Amenities
The hotel offers en-suite rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV, on-demand movies, iPod docking station, and a rainfall-style shower, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.

Vibrant Surroundings
Surrounded by the lively Three Sisters bar, guests can enjoy nightly entertainment and events, along with an outdoor plasma screen and seating areas in the cobbled courtyard.

To experience the perfect blend of history and modern comfort in the heart of Edinburgh, book your stay at Stay Central Hotel now.

Important information:

The cancellation policy shown on this page is based on an arrival time of 14:00 (GMT).

Payment is required at the time of check-in.

Please note breakfast is served in The Three Sisters bar, which is adjoined to the hotel.

For reservations of 4 rooms or more and reservations over the value of £2000, a nonrefundable deposit of 25% of the total booking value will be charged at the time of booking with the final balance due 28 days prior to arrival.This property is located in a busy area so guests might experience some noise.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EDI

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2428 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.49
Service: 9.46
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 7.95
Amenities: 8.98
Value for Money: 7.94
Food and Beverage: 7.49
Overall Experience: 8.96
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Dianaribeiro0611 • couple • pt
8
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Dianaribeiro0611 • couple • pt
8
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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carlos • extended_group • es
8
PERFECT WEEKEND, VERY WELL LOCATED
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Remo • couple • it
9
Pros:

Ambiente originale ed amichevole.
Personale simpatico.
Colazione buona ed abbondante.
Utile servizio di custodia bagagli

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Karolina • solo_traveller • pl
10
Excellent place to stay
Pros:

Supreme location, friendly & helpful staff (shutout to John, Nadia, Amber and Maciek), sunny room.

Cons:

There were issues with the electricity in my room.

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Nieves • extended_group • es
10
Buena ubicación y buen hotel
Pros:

Muy buena ubicación, cerca de todo andando. La zona de salón es muy cómoda para estar en grupo y el pub justo al lado está muy bien también para poder tomar o comer algo rápido. Todo estaba limpio y cuidado.

Cons:

La puerta del baño de cristal quita totalmente la intimidad en una habitación de 6 personas, para nuestro gusto no nos resultó cómoda, ya que aunque cerraras la puerta se escuchaba todo. Quizás también en habitaciones de 6 convendría por ejemplo, que la ducha estuviera separada para poder usar el WC mientras otro se ducha por ejemplo.

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Schaefer • couple • de
8
Top Lage in der Altstadt - gutes Preisleistungsverhältnis 💙
Pros:

Die Lage direkt in der Altstadt lässt sich kaum toppen. Wir konnten alles zu Fuß ablaufen und wenn man Touren gebucht hat, waren sie in einem Umkreis von 5-10 min.

Das Personal war extrem freundlich und zuvorkommend. Man kann sein Gepäck bei früher Anreise und später Abreise im Hotel lagern.

Cons:

Im Bad gibt es eine Glastür und die Tür deckt nicht die ganze Türöffnung ab. Man hat quasi einen 2-3 cm Spalt rund um die Tür. Wenn man sich das Zimmer Teilt, sollte es einen nicht stören, wenn die Reisebegleitung wirklich alles hört. Insgesamt ist das Gebäude sehr hellhörig und es gibt so einige Pubs in der Umgebung. Ist wahrscheinlich kein Ort für Familien mit Kindern.

Das ist jetzt meckern aufm hohen Niveau, aber die Einzelbetten sind extrem schmal, circa 70 cm breit.

Letzter Punkt ist das Frühstück. Ich hatte nicht immer das Gefühl, dass alles zu 100 % frisch war.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Ailish • extended_group • ie
10
Amazing Stay
Pros:

It's a cosy hotel, with lovely staff, and very close to everything in the old town. A convenience shop and a pub serving food are very close by. The Royal Mile is about 6 minutes walk and the castle about 11. It is extremely good value for money.

Cons:

The bathroom door was frosted, and as a group of friends, it was a bit awkward.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Geraldine • extended_group • gb
9
Pros:

The staff were so friendly and helpful.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Cindy • solo_traveller • fr
10
Parfait pour un voyage pour découvrir la ville
Pros:

L’accueil très sympathique, l’emplacement et la literie très confortable.

Cons:

Rien

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Fabiano • family_with_children • br
7
Localização excelente
Pros:

Ótima localização. Fica muito perto das principais atrações de Edimburgo. As camas são espaçosas e o banheiro é bom. Roupas de cama e toalha, limpas.

Cons:

Foi muito complicado dormir, pois tem um pub colado no hotel e o barulho do karaokê ia até 1 hora da manhã.

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Christie • solo_traveller • gb
10
10/10, definitely a hotel for getting the best experience in Edinburgh
Pros:

The general vibe, very welcoming and the room I got was great especially for the price. The bed was super comfy and getting into the Internet was really easy.

Cons:

That the windows were opposite the pavement, like it was on the same level so I had some worries about people being able to watch me, but the privacy blinds provided were excellent so not really an issue

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Elisangela • family_with_children • br
9
Ótimo custo benefício e perto de tudo
Pros:

Localização e ótimas instalações

Cons:

Da limpeza mas coisas bem pontuais

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Joanna • solo_traveller • gb
10
Staff were very helpful and friendly would definitely stay again
Pros:

Room was spacious and clean we couldn't fault it. Location was good and central. Staff friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Emil • couple • se
6
Centralt och bra boende för den som gillar stadspuls!
Pros:

Väldigt centralt med det mesta i Old Town inom 5-10 minuters promenad. Trevlig och hjälpsam personal!

Cons:

Precis bredvid ligger en nattklubb som väsnas mycket fram till sent på natten. Det kunde framgått tydligare i samband med bokningen.

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
A
Ana Delia • couple • es
10
Pros:

La ubicación, el ambiente y el personal

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Claire • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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christina • extended_group • fr
10
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Balducchi gabriele • extended_group • it
10
Ci tornerò sicuramente
Pros:

Tutto spettacolare

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Ruzena • couple • sk
5
Pros:

Ubytovanie v pohode ,ale ta hlucnost katastrofa.Dolu je bar sportove premietanie hluk do 3 rana hlavne sobota piatok.

Cons:

Hluk katastrofa

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee