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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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.
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  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2558 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
M
Merle • solo_traveller • de
7
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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John • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

Overall the hotel was very good. The room and the bathrooms were nice. It was very nice having the 3 Sisters Bar & Restaurant next door. I was told breakfast was included but then when I checked out it was not. Edinburgh is very hilly, so while this place is only one block from the Royal Mile, it is down a major hill/stairs and on the opposite side of the royal mile from Public Transportation, so walking with luggage was a task. Once you are settled it was no big deal. The street it is located on looks a little sketchy. I have no knowledge of whether or not it is, but the area does not seem as nice as other parts nearby. As an adult male, I felt comfortable but don't think I would let my daughter walk home at night by herself. Staff were very friendly and helpful.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
R
Rachael • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Bianca • extended_group • ar
10
Una noche en familia en Edinburgo
Pros:

Instalaciones nuevas, moderno. Lindo lugar, camas super comodas, ubicacion centrica, cerca de la estacion. El personal super amable y servicial, nos permitieron guardar los bolsos después de hacer el check out.

Cons:

Abajo hay un bar y se escuchan ruidos de noche todo el tiempo. Tambien escuchamos muchos ruidos de la habitacion contigua.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
C
Charles • solo_traveller • au
4
Scary, bad and expensive.
Pros:

The location is what attracted me to the hotel

Cons:

I stayed there two nights. The first night I was woken by plumbing, ie persons in the room above me were using the toilet but it sounded like they were in my room.
The second night I had a similar experience. I was woken by the sound of footsteps in my room. In fact, it was someone walking around the room above me. In this instance, I woke in fright and it took a few minutes for my heart rate to subside.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
J
Jorge • solo_traveller • ar
10
Pros:

Lugar con encanto juvenil.
Gran cama muy comoda

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
D
Denise • couple • us
5
Central location but room too small
Pros:

Central location

Cons:

Small room.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
E
Emma • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
T
Thomas • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
M
Maria Mercedes • solo_traveller • ar
10
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
F
Fabio • couple • it
8
Piacevole
Pros:

Centrale rispetto alla old town, poi struttura molto pulita e con bagno. Esteticamente moto carina

Cons:

Essere chiamati per sapere se stavamo bene. Un eccesso di cortesia, ma strano

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
M
mahwish • family_with_children • ae
10
Pros:

The location was excellent..

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
P
Paula • extended_group • gb
8
Ok
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Did not gave super king bed as advertise.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
G
GERARD • extended_group • fr
8
Bien placé, propre et original
Pros:

L’emplacement, la deco et la gentillesse du personnel.

Cons:

Très bruyant. Musique jusqu’à 1h alors que nous avions demandé une chambre calme.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
J
Juha • extended_group • fi
8
Mukava kokemus
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
A
Alexander • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Great location

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
A
Annette • family_with_children • de
3
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
V
Vojtěch • extended_group • cz
7
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
E
Erika • couple • it
8
Pros:

Vicinanza al centro storico. Camera non molto grande ma pulita. Doccia grande

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
B
Borja • solo_traveller • es
1
Habitación con olor a pollo y ruido
Cons:

Olor a comida durante toda la estancia, y ruido del bar que hay debajo.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee