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The Place

4.0 star property

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Reception
Apartment
Terrace/patio
Suite

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

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34-38 York Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3HU
  • Place, St. Andrew Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Double Room

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

Standard Twin Room (Lower Ground)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Cosy Double Room

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

Suite

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

Apartment

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

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

City Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

Cosy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room Lower Ground

  • Sleeps 2

Small Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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About the area

Edinburgh

The Place places you in the centre of Edinburgh, within a short 5-minute stroll of popular places like Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and St. Andrew Square. Highlights at this boutique hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, The Place, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Continental breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Edinburgh City Centre hotel include George Street and Princes Street.

What's nearby

  • St. Andrew Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • George Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Royal Mile - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pho Edinburgh - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gordon Ramsay Street Burger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Conan Doyle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Holy Cow - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Place

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the boutique The Place.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2011
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Place offers 47 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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 lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2011
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Place Edinburgh
Place Hotel Edinburgh
The Place Hotel
The Place Edinburgh
The Place Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Place?

The Place offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Place?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Place on 6 Apr 2026 start from NZ$251, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Place?

The closest beach to The Place is Portobello Beach (5 km).

What makes The Place a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Place.

Does The Place serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental breakfast is offered on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Place?

No, The Place does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Place?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Place?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Place?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Place Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 459 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 367 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1002 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JANEAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect room with a neat skylight. Staff very friendly and central location with a less than 10 mins walk to bus and train station.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ava Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff were all lovely and easy check-in
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manvendra

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kamraan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the best located hotels in Edinburgh you are generally within 20 mins walk to everything. Perfect location. Very much appreciated the free late check out and upgrade to the grand and spacious room. A very clean large room, bathroom and well equipped , which enhanced our stay and was a nice surprise.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay. Staff couldn't do enough for you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location everything within walking distance and plenty of shops and restaurants near by. Lovely clean hotel and friendly staff would highly recommend and will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Yoxira

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guo

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Sam

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It would have been good to know there was no lift. Lots of stairs. Cashless bar and reception. Only snacks in the hotel were small bag of peanuts. The room was too hot.bed not that comfortable but too. Was big. No bath. Plenty hot water. Breakfast tasted great but service slow.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly arrivals by the staff. Great opportunity for a short and sharp break away. Lovely hotel great room although a little stuffy but that’s the only criticism.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for public transport
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was immaculate and well presented, no issues with check-in, very helpful front of house.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sowndarya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The place is very, rooms are very neat and big room organised very well, we liked the service as well at this place I recommend this to my friends
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay, prime location, friendly staff and a really nice breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very courteous and friendly staff, an overall great experience
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exellent Service I would highly recommend to anyone who is coming to Edinburgh and lookong to stay. Top Notch!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, close to plenty of transport options. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was perfect everything was so clean the interior is stunning had the most pleasant stay would definitely be staying here again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025