The Place

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8.8
/10
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1,007 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Christopher

10.0
/ 10
This property was very clean and the front desk staff were quite helpful, especially with handling our luggage.

Denise

10.0
/ 10
The staff were very friendly and efficient at check-in and check-out. We had a cozy double room which is in the basement of the hotel. Smaller than a double room BUT still an excellent size, with a clean and well laid out shower room. There is no lift in the property, so there are quite a few staircases. I walk with a stick but found the stairs doable and on checking in the staff walked myself and my partner to the room. The Place is an excellent base for exploring Edinburgh. Easy to reach from either the train station or bus station.

Deborah

10.0
/ 10
What a lovely hotel. Beautifully decorated, with warm lighting and framed portraits of Edinburgh and Scotland’s literary greats - Ian Rankin, Val McDermid & Irvine Welsh lining the walls in the bar. The customer service was excellent, with staff greeting us warmly and offering quick, attentive help - our room wasn’t ready (we were a couple of hours early, so they held onto our bags & took them up to our room whilst we were out and about). The room felt spacious and comfortable with crisp linen, not too many cushions & throws - and a calm, inviting atmosphere. We’d definitely stay here again (although we’d ask for a room on the first floor - those stairs were a full work out for oldies like us!)
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34-38 York Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3HU

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Outdoor facilities
Multilingual staff
24-hour Receptionist
The Place is a hotel is located at Edinburgh. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
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34-38 York Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3HU
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General
Near Royal Mile

Location
With a stay at The Place, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, just a 4-minute walk from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and 11 minutes by foot from Royal Mile. This boutique hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from George Street and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Princes Street.

Attractions
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

St James Quarter - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Multrees Walk - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Omni Centre Edinburgh - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
St. Andrew Square - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Calton Hill - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
George Street - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Princes Street - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Waterloo Place - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Scott Monument - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
City Art Centre - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Assembly Rooms - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Edinburgh Dungeon - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Princes Street Gardens - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi

The preferred airport for The Place is Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 13.7 km / 8.5 mi

Facilities
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.

Business Facilities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.

Dining
Enjoy a satisfying meal at The Place serving guests of The Place. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Rooms
Stay in one of 47 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.

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Common Space
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Food and Drinks

  • Vegetarian meal
  • Breakfast

Things to Do

  • Outdoor facilities

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

General

  • Banquet
  • Terrace

Public Facilities

  • Smoke-free area
  • Safety deposit box

Hotel Services

  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour Receptionist

Business Facilities

  • Meeting rooms

Accommodation Policy & General Information in The Place

General Check-in Instructions

  • 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
, Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pets

Service Animals Allowed
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General Information

Popular Facilities
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 15:00 - to 11:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at The Place
47
Number of floors in The Place
4
Another facilities in The Place
Vegetarian meal, Breakfast, Outdoor facilities, Free WiFi, Banquet

Frequently asked question in The Place

What is normal check-in & check-out time at The Place?
The standard check-in time at The Place is starting from From 15:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
Does The Place provide breakfast?
Yes, The Place provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
How many stars does The Place have?
The Place is a 4.0-star hotel.
How many floors does The Place have?
The Place has 4 floors.
How many rooms does The Place have?
The Place has 47 rooms in total.
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More Reviews from Other Guests in The Place

8.8
Very Good
From 1,007 reviews
Cleanliness

9.2

Room Comfort

8.2

Location

10.0

Service and Facilites

9.2

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James
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

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The location was excellent and the room was amazingly quiet
Christopher
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

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This property was very clean and the front desk staff were quite helpful, especially with handling our luggage.
Denise
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The staff were very friendly and efficient at check-in and check-out. We had a cozy double room which is in the basement of the hotel. Smaller than a double room BUT still an excellent size, with a clean and well laid out shower room. There is no lift in the property, so there are quite a few staircases. I walk with a stick but found the stairs doable and on checking in the staff walked myself and my partner to the room. The Place is an excellent base for exploring Edinburgh. Easy to reach from either the train station or bus station.
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Jo
8.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Lovely big room, comfortable bed, powerful shower. We had an issue with the TV, no sound despite not being on mute. Reported to reception within an hr, around 13.00. Went out, returned around 16.00 still no sound. Reported again around 18.00 as we went out for the evening. Returned around 12 MN, still no sound. Disappointing we had no update or information on the issue, reported it again when we checked out the following morning.
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Ebony
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

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Lovely large room, friendly stuff would recommend
Deborah
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

What a lovely hotel. Beautifully decorated, with warm lighting and framed portraits of Edinburgh and Scotland’s literary greats - Ian Rankin, Val McDermid & Irvine Welsh lining the walls in the bar. The customer service was excellent, with staff greeting us warmly and offering quick, attentive help - our room wasn’t ready (we were a couple of hours early, so they held onto our bags & took them up to our room whilst we were out and about). The room felt spacious and comfortable with crisp linen, not too many cushions & throws - and a calm, inviting atmosphere. We’d definitely stay here again (although we’d ask for a room on the first floor - those stairs were a full work out for oldies like us!)
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Michael
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

It was walkable from the train station. They held our luggage after checking out so we could see the sights before hopping on another train
Kim
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

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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.
Dwight
10.0
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Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

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Nikki
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Ian
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

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Had a lovely stay. Staff were friendly and room was spacious and comfortable. Would definitely return
Paul
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10.0
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Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

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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.
Vera
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

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Outstanding staff, welcoming, informative. Lovely historic property convenient to National Portrait Gallery, St. James and Waverly Station. Delicious breakfast options with buffet and cooked choices. Very nice bar.
Deborah
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6.0
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Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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The room was up 3 flights of stairs and although we were offered a hand with our bags, I wish I had known that I had to be able to go up 70 steps. The room was small but the bed was very small for 2, there was a fan but the window did not open very far so getting air into a hot room was difficult - I am afraid although a nice bar, nice staff and a clean centrally located hotel - I will not use again
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Steven
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6.0
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Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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When advised the breakfast only included 1 hot item, I did not even consider purchasing it when I could go across the road and get a full scottish breakfast for even less. Bar closed at 11pm which I thought was eat for an Edinburgh City Centre hotel and also didn't have a tv for watching any sport/football etc apart from the one on the terrace, but due to a private function, wasn't available.
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Elisabeth
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10.0
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Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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Chambre propre
Tony
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2.0
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Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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The staff at The Place were friendly, professional, and welcoming, so this review is not a reflection of their service. Unfortunately, the room we were assigned was located at the very back of the property, essentially in the basement. The room was uncomfortably hot despite the cool weather outside, and there was no effective way to regulate the temperature. We had to keep the windows open just to make the room bearable. While the service was excellent, the room itself made our stay far less comfortable than expected.
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Catherine
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

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good breakfast menu with hot dishes selection that were excellent. No a/c made the rooms a bit stuffy, and there's no elevator, but otherwise all was great. Nice big rooms and a good location! Everyone on staff was very friendly.
VICTOR
6.0
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Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

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Great location and really lovely staff. No lift as it’s a very old building- if your room is on the top floor there’s 5+ flights of stairs to climb up, so if mobility is an issue, or you have lots of bags, check first which room you have booked. Also no green tea at breakfast which I found very odd. But the staff are lovely and you can walk to the town centre in ten mins max. My room was dated but clean.
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charles
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10.0
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Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

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Great view from my top floor room, housekeeping was efficient and always finished before I came back in the early afternoon, front desk staff were great, and maintenance fixed a minor issue I experienced quickly. Great location and nice bed. Would go back!
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