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The Place

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A short walk from Princes Street and Royal Mile, The Place provides a terrace, a bar, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a bathroom.

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a wooden wardrobe, a bathroom with a sink, and a window with curtains.

Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a bathroom with a toilet and a sink.

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a sofa.

Standard Twin Room (Lower Ground)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a round table, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a skylight.

Cosy Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a wooden wardrobe.

Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room (Lower Ground)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a round table, and a mirror.

Standard Twin Room (Lower Ground)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and large windows with a view of a brick building.

Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1023 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, The Place is in the entertainment district and near a train station. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit George Street and Princes Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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34-38 York Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3HU

What's nearby

  • A park with a pathway, benches, and trees. In the background, there are historic buildings and a clock tower.
    Princes Street
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A historic building with ornate architecture and the name 'JENNERS' on the facade.
    St. Andrew Square
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A Playhouse theater with a Shrek Musical poster, a black taxi, and a tree in front.
    Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A historic building with a statue, a clock tower, and a busy street.
    George Street
    6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.
    Royal Mile
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    4 min walk
  • Pho Edinburgh
    4 min walk
  • Whittard of Chelsea
    7 min walk
  • Black Sheep Coffee
    7 min walk
  • The Place To Eat
    3 min walk

About this property

The Place

  • Upscale boutique hotel in the business district
  • A short walk from Princes Street and Royal Mile, The Place provides a terrace, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and meeting rooms
    • A 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
    • Multilingual staff, laundry services, and a banquet hall
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff, first-rate property condition, and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at The Place boast comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
    • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • LED light bulbs, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2011
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • 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
  • 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is The Place pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Place?

As of Aug 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Place on Sep 1, 2026 start from $269, 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.

What time is check-in at The Place?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 35 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Place?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Place located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this boutique hotel is within a 10-minute walk of St James Quarter, George Street, and Princes Street. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are also within 1 mi (2 km). St Andrew Square Tram Stop is only a 5-minute walk and Princes Street Tram Stop is 12 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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