The Place Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (2208 reviews)
36 York Place , Edinburgh , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Car hire
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Perfect location
Spacious rooms
Great breakfast
Cons:
Soundproofing issues
Non-working kettle
High prices in general

Categories

Cleanliness
7.78
Most guests noted that the rooms were clean and tidy, but some mentioned issues like a non-working kettle.
Service
8.75
Numerous reviews highlight the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
Location
8.79
Guests praised the hotel's convenient location near attractions.
Room Quality
8.24
Rooms were generally described as spacious and well-appointed, with minor complaints about soundproofing.
Amenities
7.77
Some amenities like breakfast and room upgrades received positive mentions.
Value for Money
7.73
There were a few comments about the price in relation to Edinburgh’s general pricing.
Food and Beverage
8.28
Guests enjoyed breakfast options, particularly the Scottish breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.25
Overall satisfaction was high, with many intending to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 03:37

Property Description

Luxurious 4-Star Accommodation
Set in 3 Georgian townhouses, The Place Hotel offers upscale 4-star accommodation in the heart of Edinburgh. Each stylish room features a flat-screen TV and complimentary Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Convenient City-Centre Location
Just a short walk from The Playhouse Theatre and George Street's bustling shops and bars, The Place Hotel is perfectly situated for exploring the city. With Edinburgh Waverley Station and Princes Street within a 10-minute walk, the hotel provides easy access to top attractions.

Elegant Rooms with Modern Amenities
The spacious rooms at The Place Hotel boast modern décor, a cozy seating area, and a work desk. Guests can indulge in luxury toiletries in the private bathrooms, with some rooms offering scenic views of the Firth of Forth estuary.

Book your stay at The Place Hotel for a truly unforgettable Edinburgh experience.

Important information:

Please note that while internet is free, using it for business and extra bandwidth is chargeable.

Please note that this property does not have a elevator.

When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 2208 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.78
Service: 8.75
Location: 8.79
Room Quality: 8.24
Amenities: 7.77
Value for Money: 7.73
Food and Beverage: 8.28
Overall Experience: 8.25
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Drew • extended_group • gb
10
Was so relaxing and quite
Pros:

Being near the playhouse
So friendly staff
Beutiful rooms

Cons:

A little cold in the middle of the night.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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King • family_with_children • cn
5
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Imhof • family_with_children • ch
9
Pros:

Sehr schönes, altes Haus, schöne Einrichtung, bequeme Betten, sehr nettes Personal

Cons:

Badezimmer war klein, aber das ist in einem historische. Hotel zu erwarten

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Audrey • solo_traveller • ie
10
Delighted i stayed here. I was travelling alone & it really ticked all the boxes - safe, welcoming,,accessible,centr
Pros:

Very central location
Easy to find
Perfect base for going exploring
And just around the corner from bus station - was super handy for getting to Glasgow
Staff so nice & helpful
Room lovely & warm & clean, cosy bed. Very nice shower in en suite

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Beth • couple • gb
8
Great central location ideal for theatre, high standard quality room and bed. Friendly staff and nice touches in the roo
Pros:

Great location, beautiful room. Friendly staff and very comfortable.

Cons:

Room was hot no adjustable heating but they did provide a standing fan

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Alin • solo_traveller • ro
10
Pros:

Location

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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RAVI KANT • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

It was a great experience to stay at this property.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • extended_group • gb
10
We loved it.
Pros:

Staff were so friendly and helpful. Location was perfect. Everything in the city was within walking distance. Sufficient choice for breakfast. Special mention for the Scottish Stack Breakfast & Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Franzoso • couple • it
7
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Rosa • couple • es
9
Pros:

Hotel muy bonito, cómodo y súper bien ubicado en Edimburgo. En 10 minutos andando estabamos en la Royal Mile.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Sinéad • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Proximity to all facilities.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Julius Otto • couple • nl
8
Perfect voor een paar dagen Edinburgh
Pros:

De locatie was top! Personeel was erg behulpzaam en altijd attent.

Cons:

Bed was aan de kleine kant

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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hegelpablo • family_with_children • ar
9
Pros:

El hotel es muy bueno, tiene una relación precio/calidad excelente, baño cómodo, habitación grande, limpia, hacen a diario la habitación, desayuno excelente, bien ubicado cerca de la estación Waverly de tren, ideal para pasear por la ciudad.

Cons:

Tiene escaleras, sin ascensor, por lo demás un hotel excelente

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Luis • couple • es
10
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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ROSA MATILDE • couple • es
6
Correcta
Pros:

La ubicación, estás cerca de todo pero a la vez es una zona más tranquila.

Cons:

Falta de limpieza, el cabezal de la ducha tenía restos de moho. Poco aislamiento de ruido, al ser un hotel de tarima de madera, se escuchaban todos los pasos.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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andrew • solo_traveller • gb
10
I would highly recommend the Place Hotel very clean, warm, friendly and the location was perfect
Pros:

The location was excellent close to the bus station tram shops etc. Excellent welcome from the young man at reception. I arrived early and he was very professional in the way he said its not a problem and he sorted it out.

Cons:

There was nothing I can say I didn't dislike. I was very happy with everything.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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ASAMOAH • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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SARAH • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Comfortable

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Gemima • solo_traveller • gb
10
excellent will stay here again
Pros:

the room was clean the bed was comfortable and the shower was a nice size

Cons:

only check in could have been a bit earlier

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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myagmar • family_with_children • ie
10
Pros:

I stayed for 2 nights, and I enjoyed it. Staff are really friendly and nice. The main thing is that the room was really huge, clean and comfortable. I really appreciate it.

Cons:

I liked everything, but if they have disposal slippers that would be great.

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee