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About the Hotel

36 York Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3HU

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“The hotel is perfectly located, just a short walk to all the major attractions and cozy cafes around the city.”view full review

The Place Hotel is a four-star Edinburgh hotel that occupies three grand Georgian townhouses on York Place. Guests can enjoy a contemporary design with luxurious touches and access to a terrace with outdoor seating. The hotel provides flexible spaces for events and is situated near various dining and shopping options.

Rooms & Amenities

The Place Hotel features 48 boutique rooms and suites, each with contemporary decor reflecting modern design alongside original fireplaces and ornate cornicing. Room types include single rooms and spacious suites, all equipped with a flat-screen TV, ensuite bathrooms, and tea/coffee facilities.

Dining & Refreshments

Dining options include an on-site restaurant serving a lunch menu with Scottish cuisine and light bites. Clarinda's Tearoom offers a fabulous afternoon tea, while a lounge & bar area provides local drinks and a relaxed environment.

Leisure & Event Spaces

Leisure facilities at The Place Hotel include a terrace with a retractable roof, ideal for socializing and casual games such as table tennis and foosball. The hotel accommodates events for up to 250 guests in its adaptable indoor spaces and outdoor terrace.

Location & Transportation

Guests will find public bus services nearby, with York Place bus stop just a minute away. Major attractions such as the National Museum of Scotland and Calton Hill are within walking distance, making The Place a strategic base for exploring the city.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Small Single Room

2 persons

9 m²

1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard Double Room

2 persons

15 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Superior Double or Twin Room

2 persons

20 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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City Double Room

2 persons

12 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Upgraded Comfort!

“I was pleasantly surprised with an upgrade to a spacious twin room featuring two queen beds. The firmness and comfort of the beds provided me with a restful night's sleep!” view full review

Really good Luggage Assistance

“After arriving early, I was impressed when the hotel staff not only stored my luggage for me but also delivered it to my upgraded room before I even checked in. Their attention to detail made me feel truly valued.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast!

“Having breakfast at the hotel was a highlight of my stay. The variety offered was excellent and every dish I tried was delicious, making my mornings truly enjoyable.” view full review

Spotless and Inviting

“The bathroom in my room was impeccably clean and well-maintained, providing a refreshing and pleasant experience every time I used it.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping
Car hire
Welcome drink

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

36 York Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3HU

Map view

36 York Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3HU

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

1.4 km

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

1.4 km

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

2.2 km

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

1.5 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

1.0 km

Landmark

Royal Mile

1.2 km

Landmark

The Real Mary King's Close

980 m

Park

Princes Street Gardens

1.4 km

Landmark

Calton Hill

760 m

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

1.3 km

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

1.0 km

Monument

Scott Monument

660 m

Landmark

Nelson Monument

770 m

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

920 m

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

1.6 km

Museum

The Writers' Museum

1.1 km

Museum

Gladstone's Land

1.1 km

Museum

Museum of Childhood

1.1 km

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

1.4 km

Museum

Dynamic Earth

1.5 km

Landmark

Princes Street

940 m

Landmark

Brass Rubbing Centre

1.0 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One

2.3 km

Museum

John Knox House

1.2 km

Landmark

Royal Yacht Britannia

3.0 km

Museum

The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland

1.2 km

Gallery

City Art Centre

890 m

Landmark

The Scotch Whisky Experience

1.3 km

Park

Holyrood Park

2.8 km

Nearby

Picardy Place

Sherlock Holmes Statue

290 m

Restaurants

The Place

10 m

36 York Place

Turquoise Thistle

170 m

51-59 York Place

The Basement

200 m

10a Old Church House 12A Broughton Street

Mathers Bar

190 m

25 Broughton Street

Rollo Broughton

200 m

14 Broughton Street

The Underground cafe

170 m

Elder street,

Smoke Stack

270 m

53-55 Broughton Street

Flutes and Tails

180 m

Edinburgh Airport

Getting around

City Centre

Edinburgh10 min · 800 m

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI)21 min · 13.8 km

Dundee Airport (DND)145 min · 96.5 km

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station6 min · 500 m

Bus

Bus stop3 min · 200 m

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

is available in for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP15.95 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Hungarian, Romanian, Polish, Bulgarian

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The Place Hotel, Edinburgh

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining & Refreshments

Leisure & Event Spaces

Location & Transportation

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Price and Room Availability Calendar

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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