Stay Central Hotel
US$240
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$240
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Stay Central Hotel average US$96 in the cheapest month (January) and US$321 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$96 |
| February | US$110 |
| March | US$113 |
| April | US$178 |
| May | US$242 |
| June | US$230 |
| July | US$254 |
| August | US$321 |
| September | US$240 |
| October | US$208 |
| November | US$161 |
| December | US$196 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$321)
Cheapest: January (~US$96)
About this property
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.
Dining
You can enjoy a meal at The Three Sisters Pub serving the guests of Stay Central, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 37 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Stay Central in Edinburgh (Old Town Edinburgh), you'll be steps from National Museum of Scotland and 3 minutes by foot from Royal Mile. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Scottish National Gallery and 0.6 mi (1 km) from University of Edinburgh.
What's nearby
Parliament House(0.1 Miles)
Grassmarket(0.1 Miles)
City Chambers(0.2 Miles)
Royal Mile(0.2 Miles)
Real Mary King's Close(0.2 Miles)
St. Giles' Cathedral(0.2 Miles)
Greyfriar's Bobby(0.2 Miles)
Greyfriars Kirk(0.2 Miles)
National Museum of Scotland(0.2 Miles)
MacEwan Hall(0.2 Miles)
Potterrow Student Centre(0.3 Miles)
University of Edinburgh(0.3 Miles)
Castlehill(0.3 Miles)
City Art Centre(0.3 Miles)
Festival Theatre(0.3 Miles)
The preferred airport for Stay Central is Edinburgh Airport (EDI)(7.9 Miles)
Non-smoking rooms
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Garden
Live music
Location
139 Cowgate, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Parliament House (0.1 Miles)
Grassmarket (0.1 Miles)
City Chambers (0.2 Miles)
Royal Mile (0.2 Miles)
Real Mary King's Close (0.2 Miles)
St. Giles' Cathedral (0.2 Miles)
Guest reviews
8.2
Very good
Based on 1,791 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
6%
Couple
40%
Family
21%
Group
25%
Solo
6%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Stay Central Hotel draws praise for its friendly staff, clean, modern rooms, and a walkable Old Town location near the Royal Mile, but many guests note significant late-night noise from the adjacent bar and surrounding nightlife.
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Stay Central Hotel draws praise for its friendly staff, clean, modern rooms, and a walkable Old Town location near the Royal Mile, but many guests note significant late-night noise from the adjacent bar and surrounding nightlife.
Rooms are generally comfortable but can be small or warm, and some report weak Wi-Fi, occasional maintenance issues, or damp/mold in bathrooms. Breakfast and on-site dining feedback is mixed, ranging from excellent to limited or poor, and lift outages and parking arrangements have caused inconvenience. Overall, it suits travelers seeking a central base with a lively vibe more than light sleepers or families.
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Facilities
Lively bar/courtyard next door provides entertainment but creates late-night noise. Some guests faced lift outages and found parking off-site or poorly communicated.
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Charlotte
30 Mar 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Really cool place. Was great for the price. Elevator was broken for the duration of my stay (6 days) which made luggage extra difficult. Other than that a great place.
Really cool place. Was great for the price. Elevator was broken for the duration of my stay (6 days) which made luggage extra difficult. Other than that a great place.
8
Stacy
2 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
If you’re looking for a party, this is the hotel for you! Music in the evenings, big screen watching of sports events, lots of young people hanging out. If you’re looking for a quiet night’s rest, suggest you avoid this place as the music goes late into the evening.
If you’re looking for a party, this is the hotel for you! Music in the evenings, big screen watching of sports events, lots of young people hanging out. If you’re looking for a quiet night’s rest, suggest you avoid this place as the music goes late into the evening.
10
Shirley
6 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel was good only complaint was car parking too far away!
Hotel was good only complaint was car parking too far away!
8
Tera
5 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It was a great location but the communication was poor for parking and it was noisy
It was a great location but the communication was poor for parking and it was noisy
10
Dana
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
While having the lift out of order made our stay more of a maze, we had a really nice time and the people who work there were wonderful! A good location at a good price, I would go back in a minute, if the lift was working.
While having the lift out of order made our stay more of a maze, we had a really nice time and the people who work there were wonderful! A good location at a good price, I would go back in a minute, if the lift was working.
8
Penny
23 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staying on 1nd floor with loud music until 2:30am
Staying on 1nd floor with loud music until 2:30am
10
Eric
26 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Super convenient and fun environment w a table tennis table and festive bar attached. Staff super helpful (loaned us a phone cord and switched our room for bed to bed type preference). Would stay again, and very reasonable cost!
Super convenient and fun environment w a table tennis table and festive bar attached. Staff super helpful (loaned us a phone cord and switched our room for bed to bed type preference). Would stay again, and very reasonable cost!
8
Fran
4 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice place. Good service, good location, nice outdoor area with big screen tv and nice restaurant pub. Enjoyed my stay very much
Nice place. Good service, good location, nice outdoor area with big screen tv and nice restaurant pub. Enjoyed my stay very much
8
Mark
2 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice, but did not know that it was in a college area. Music was loud until 3 am.
Nice, but did not know that it was in a college area. Music was loud until 3 am.
10
MINAL
21 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
great location. centrally located in Grassmarket neighborhood - you can walk to city centre (10min) and train station (10-15 min). Only complaint is wifi was very spotty in the rooms so had to be in main area to get business level wifi. I liked that the hotel had a main lobby where you can sit, read, work, congregate comfortably. there is also a happening bar next door called Three Sisters if you want to grab a drink ad dance late hours
great location. centrally located in Grassmarket neighborhood - you can walk to city centre (10min) and train station (10-15 min). Only complaint is wifi was very spotty in the rooms so had to be in main area to get business level wifi. I liked that the hotel had a main lobby where you can sit, read, work, congregate comfortably. there is also a happening bar next door called Three Sisters if you want to grab a drink ad dance late hours
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms and bathrooms clean and well maintained, but several reported issues such as mold, damp smells, stains, or poor bathroom ventilation.
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Martine
27 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Filthy room, several stains everywhere. The lights didn't work,but the reseptionist helped us.
Filthy room, several stains everywhere. The lights didn't work,but the reseptionist helped us.
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Julie
25 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We loved the layout for our family of four. It was one of the only hotels we could find with enough beds for four people in one room. Two double beds (the standard for Edinburgh hotel rooms) was not going to cut it for four full-size folks. At Stay Central, we each got a bed! The price was right. Some mold on the bathroom ceiling from steam and the shower was clogged and filled up quickly, but otherwise the hotel room was very clean and we felt comfortable. We didn't love the frosted glass door - more privacy would be preferred. And, when a hotel leaves you complementary ear plugs, there's a reason! We laid awake listening to the nightclub beats from 12am - 2am. But all in all, we just needed a bed for a night and this did the trick!
We loved the layout for our family of four. It was one of the only hotels we could find with enough beds for four people in one room. Two double beds (the standard for Edinburgh hotel rooms) was not going to cut it for four full-size folks. At Stay Central, we each got a bed! The price was right. Some mold on the bathroom ceiling from steam and the shower was clogged and filled up quickly, but otherwise the hotel room was very clean and we felt comfortable. We didn't love the frosted glass door - more privacy would be preferred. And, when a hotel leaves you complementary ear plugs, there's a reason! We laid awake listening to the nightclub beats from 12am - 2am. But all in all, we just needed a bed for a night and this did the trick!
10
Sheila
23 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
All good though it made me and my husband feel extremely old! Lovely little spotless room and really good vibe all round.
All good though it made me and my husband feel extremely old! Lovely little spotless room and really good vibe all round.
10
Arezo
23 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place in a central location. Staff were lovely and the room had everything we needed. Very clean as well.
Great place in a central location. Staff were lovely and the room had everything we needed. Very clean as well.
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Hugues
6 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
It sure is central - right in the old town, walking distance from everything. However the property has issues: moldy bathroom ceiling, noise from the street (included earplugs were a warning), minuscule window, difficult access up stairs when carrying luggage. The pictures online are not an accurate reflection of what we got.
It sure is central - right in the old town, walking distance from everything. However the property has issues: moldy bathroom ceiling, noise from the street (included earplugs were a warning), minuscule window, difficult access up stairs when carrying luggage. The pictures online are not an accurate reflection of what we got.
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stacey
24 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
My group stayed in the 4 bedroom, we had to deal with mold. The shower tile was disgusting. A little help on. know how the lighting system worked would have been helpful. Cute place though. The music was playing from the bar, but not so bad that we couldn’t fall asleep
My group stayed in the 4 bedroom, we had to deal with mold. The shower tile was disgusting. A little help on. know how the lighting system worked would have been helpful. Cute place though. The music was playing from the bar, but not so bad that we couldn’t fall asleep
10
Angelique
11 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Well priced hotel in a central location. Very easy to get around old town, the train station and Princes street. Clean, cozy and comfortable. Ideal for a short stay. The room is very soundproof for other guests in the hotel. The hotel location is in the centre of Edinburgh nightlife. If you partake, enjoy! If you retire early, the hotel offers ear plugs if you need them.
Well priced hotel in a central location. Very easy to get around old town, the train station and Princes street. Clean, cozy and comfortable. Ideal for a short stay. The room is very soundproof for other guests in the hotel. The hotel location is in the centre of Edinburgh nightlife. If you partake, enjoy! If you retire early, the hotel offers ear plugs if you need them.
8
Kristin
21 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Had a great time, very fun part of town, very friendly staff. Room worked perfectly for what needed, and the late night-music was not bothersome to us. The mold in the bathroom needed attention or we'd have given a higher rating.
Had a great time, very fun part of town, very friendly staff. Room worked perfectly for what needed, and the late night-music was not bothersome to us. The mold in the bathroom needed attention or we'd have given a higher rating.
10
Dennis
31 May 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The location is excellent if you’re going to be doing the touristy things in old Edinburgh. The place is clean and the rooms are a good size.
The location is excellent if you’re going to be doing the touristy things in old Edinburgh. The place is clean and the rooms are a good size.
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Steve
21 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room smelt damp, breakfast was dry and tasteless
The room smelt damp, breakfast was dry and tasteless
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable and modern with some larger options, but many are small and can get hot; several guests noted late-night noise, unreliable Wi-Fi, limited AC or ventilation, and frosted glass bathroom doors reducing privacy. Some enjoyed good soundproofing from other guests, but street and venue noise varies by room.
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Patricia
26 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We chose this room because it was less costly than others in the area and not far from the train station. You might want to pay a little more and get a larger space if that is important to you or you are traveling with a family. The room was adequate, but very small, for the cost. The beds were not set up as twin beds, even though that was a choice on the website that we asked for, and it was very warm inside with no ability to cool it more. We had to open the windows, which both faced a back alley where there was all sorts of garbage piled up, with a very greasy food smell in the air. The hotel was is a sketchy area, but very close to Grassmarket which was a great place to wander around, having many choices for food and shopping, and we never actually felt unsafe. If you are looking for a hotel near some "action", this would be a choice although you could never have more than 2 people in the room.
We chose this room because it was less costly than others in the area and not far from the train station. You might want to pay a little more and get a larger space if that is important to you or you are traveling with a family. The room was adequate, but very small, for the cost. The beds were not set up as twin beds, even though that was a choice on the website that we asked for, and it was very warm inside with no ability to cool it more. We had to open the windows, which both faced a back alley where there was all sorts of garbage piled up, with a very greasy food smell in the air. The hotel was is a sketchy area, but very close to Grassmarket which was a great place to wander around, having many choices for food and shopping, and we never actually felt unsafe. If you are looking for a hotel near some "action", this would be a choice although you could never have more than 2 people in the room.
8
Sally
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Loved the room
Loved the room
8
Ryan
4 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location in old town. Was very easy to walk to all the major attractions: Edinburgh castle, Royal Mile, Greyfriars Kirkyard, etc. Great spot for younger travelers as you can enjoy the Three Sisters bar just downstairs at night and especially on the weekends. Had a great time with my friends. Only downside is that the room was a little stuffy, but we made sure to leave windows open. Would definitely recommend for the convenience and location.
Great location in old town. Was very easy to walk to all the major attractions: Edinburgh castle, Royal Mile, Greyfriars Kirkyard, etc. Great spot for younger travelers as you can enjoy the Three Sisters bar just downstairs at night and especially on the weekends. Had a great time with my friends. Only downside is that the room was a little stuffy, but we made sure to leave windows open. Would definitely recommend for the convenience and location.
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Puk
29 Jul 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location, but room too small and not possible to open windows.
Great location, but room too small and not possible to open windows.
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Katherine
14 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The “full size” bed was two twin beds pushed together with mattresses that looked older than me and a mattress topper that looked equally old and used so was extremely uncomfortable. The air conditioning didn’t work at all and the windows wouldn’t stay open. The wifi didn’t work in the room nor did cell service which was very frustrating because I wasn’t able to plan the next day of my trip in my room at night. Definitely for a much younger crowd.
The “full size” bed was two twin beds pushed together with mattresses that looked older than me and a mattress topper that looked equally old and used so was extremely uncomfortable. The air conditioning didn’t work at all and the windows wouldn’t stay open. The wifi didn’t work in the room nor did cell service which was very frustrating because I wasn’t able to plan the next day of my trip in my room at night. Definitely for a much younger crowd.
10
Angel
15 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our family (2 daughters - 20 & 17), husband and I stayed here. The “family” room was a bunk bed and two “twins.” I’m not sure the twins were actually what we’d consider a twin in the US (they were quite narrow), but everything was comfortable enough. It was a small room, but clean and modern. The bathroom door was glass that was frosted. That’s a little weird when you have 4 adults in the room together, but the room was fine.
Our family (2 daughters - 20 & 17), husband and I stayed here. The “family” room was a bunk bed and two “twins.” I’m not sure the twins were actually what we’d consider a twin in the US (they were quite narrow), but everything was comfortable enough. It was a small room, but clean and modern. The bathroom door was glass that was frosted. That’s a little weird when you have 4 adults in the room together, but the room was fine.
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Brianne
29 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location here was great, pretty much walking distance to everywhere. The room was burning hot but the thermostat was locked and we couldn’t lower it at all. Bathroom was nice with lots of hot water. The WiFi was out out entire three night stay which was really inconvenient.
The location here was great, pretty much walking distance to everywhere. The room was burning hot but the thermostat was locked and we couldn’t lower it at all. Bathroom was nice with lots of hot water. The WiFi was out out entire three night stay which was really inconvenient.
10
Angelique
11 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Well priced hotel in a central location. Very easy to get around old town, the train station and Princes street. Clean, cozy and comfortable. Ideal for a short stay. The room is very soundproof for other guests in the hotel. The hotel location is in the centre of Edinburgh nightlife. If you partake, enjoy! If you retire early, the hotel offers ear plugs if you need them.
Well priced hotel in a central location. Very easy to get around old town, the train station and Princes street. Clean, cozy and comfortable. Ideal for a short stay. The room is very soundproof for other guests in the hotel. The hotel location is in the centre of Edinburgh nightlife. If you partake, enjoy! If you retire early, the hotel offers ear plugs if you need them.
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Gaganjit
1 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great area and well appointed rooms. We liked the fact they offer rooms with multiple beds, but bathroom ventilation was poor and the glass door on the bathroom does not work well with the family
Great area and well appointed rooms. We liked the fact they offer rooms with multiple beds, but bathroom ventilation was poor and the glass door on the bathroom does not work well with the family
10
Dorian
28 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, clean and comfortable rooms. Exceeded mt expectations. In two stays I had one room where I couldn't hear any noise at all from the club, and one where I had loud noise until about 230am. So just check location of room if you want quiet.
Great location, clean and comfortable rooms. Exceeded mt expectations. In two stays I had one room where I couldn't hear any noise at all from the club, and one where I had loud noise until about 230am. So just check location of room if you want quiet.
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Service
Staff are widely praised as friendly, accommodating, and helpful, with quick assistance and luggage storage appreciated. A few guests reported lapses such as slow or inattentive service and unclear communication.
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Sara
9 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
No one at the counter for 15 minutes, no bathroon for guests, told we had to unzip our beds to get Twins beds, no linen for two mattresses, towels were stained. After a long day traveling it took 1.5 hours to make the room livable.
No one at the counter for 15 minutes, no bathroon for guests, told we had to unzip our beds to get Twins beds, no linen for two mattresses, towels were stained. After a long day traveling it took 1.5 hours to make the room livable.
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Tracy
1 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
2nd visit and there won’t be a 3rd visit! Checking was easy and the lady that checked us in was amazing! Got to our room and keys didn’t work, got this sorted quickly and efficiently. Our room overlooked the back of the bar and the noise was horrific…my husband went to reception to ask for more coffee sachets and was told we don’t have any, however there was a jar sitting on the counter full of sachets! We packed up and left, on leaving the hotel there were 3 people behind the reception desk who completely ignored us, took the door keys off us whilst on her phone, nobody spoke and we were not asked how our stay was….very disappointing.
2nd visit and there won’t be a 3rd visit! Checking was easy and the lady that checked us in was amazing! Got to our room and keys didn’t work, got this sorted quickly and efficiently. Our room overlooked the back of the bar and the noise was horrific…my husband went to reception to ask for more coffee sachets and was told we don’t have any, however there was a jar sitting on the counter full of sachets! We packed up and left, on leaving the hotel there were 3 people behind the reception desk who completely ignored us, took the door keys off us whilst on her phone, nobody spoke and we were not asked how our stay was….very disappointing.
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Zoila
22 Jul 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
We had a very frustrating experience at this hotel. The hot water didn’t work during our stay, and the air conditioning broke down completely—which made it especially difficult since we were traveling with a child. On top of that, loud music blasted until 3 a.m., making it nearly impossible to get any sleep. We brought these issues to the staff’s attention and they did the best they could. Would not recommend for families or light sleepers.
We had a very frustrating experience at this hotel. The hot water didn’t work during our stay, and the air conditioning broke down completely—which made it especially difficult since we were traveling with a child. On top of that, loud music blasted until 3 a.m., making it nearly impossible to get any sleep. We brought these issues to the staff’s attention and they did the best they could. Would not recommend for families or light sleepers.
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Daniela
6 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This property is so near and clean. It’s very welcoming. The walking distance to the royal mile and castle is just a few minutes away. The staff is great and friendly. They even will store your luggage for you if you checked out but have a bit more touring to do. I loved it and will stay here again. Also only a few minutes walk from train station.
This property is so near and clean. It’s very welcoming. The walking distance to the royal mile and castle is just a few minutes away. The staff is great and friendly. They even will store your luggage for you if you checked out but have a bit more touring to do. I loved it and will stay here again. Also only a few minutes walk from train station.
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Irene
2 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Booked a long weekend for 6 people. Separate 2-person rooms with breakfast. We were able to temporarily park our luggage upon arrival before checking in, which was very nice. We were greeted politely at check-in. The hotel room was equipped with various amenities, a good bed with clean bedding. Large TV with play station. Well maintained and clean. Breakfast was neat, with various options, but mainly focused on the English breakfast. We received compensation after the breakfast was incomplete, neatly arranged! Close to all the beautiful things to see in Edinburgh, public transport nearby. The only disadvantage was the very noisy 6-sisters, loud music.
Booked a long weekend for 6 people. Separate 2-person rooms with breakfast. We were able to temporarily park our luggage upon arrival before checking in, which was very nice. We were greeted politely at check-in. The hotel room was equipped with various amenities, a good bed with clean bedding. Large TV with play station. Well maintained and clean. Breakfast was neat, with various options, but mainly focused on the English breakfast. We received compensation after the breakfast was incomplete, neatly arranged! Close to all the beautiful things to see in Edinburgh, public transport nearby. The only disadvantage was the very noisy 6-sisters, loud music.
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Dana
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
While having the lift out of order made our stay more of a maze, we had a really nice time and the people who work there were wonderful! A good location at a good price, I would go back in a minute, if the lift was working.
While having the lift out of order made our stay more of a maze, we had a really nice time and the people who work there were wonderful! A good location at a good price, I would go back in a minute, if the lift was working.
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Eryka
21 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location. Easy to get around
Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location. Easy to get around
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Jason
24 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great staff. Great room. Thanks!
Great staff. Great room. Thanks!
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Dara
20 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was very friendly and accommodating to my large group’s needs
Staff was very friendly and accommodating to my large group’s needs
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Maela
17 Jun 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Overnight staff was extremely kind and helpful. Felt safe traveling solo. I’d read of late night loud noise issues from next door bar, but I never noticed. Decent room amenities. Good room size to unpack. Great shower. Can’t beat the location.
Overnight staff was extremely kind and helpful. Felt safe traveling solo. I’d read of late night loud noise issues from next door bar, but I never noticed. Decent room amenities. Good room size to unpack. Great shower. Can’t beat the location.
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Location
Excellent central Old Town location near the Royal Mile, castle, and major sights, walkable to transport and attractions. The area is lively with nightlife, steep hills, and occasional run-down feel, so expect late noise and trickier access with luggage.
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Patricia
26 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We chose this room because it was less costly than others in the area and not far from the train station. You might want to pay a little more and get a larger space if that is important to you or you are traveling with a family. The room was adequate, but very small, for the cost. The beds were not set up as twin beds, even though that was a choice on the website that we asked for, and it was very warm inside with no ability to cool it more. We had to open the windows, which both faced a back alley where there was all sorts of garbage piled up, with a very greasy food smell in the air. The hotel was is a sketchy area, but very close to Grassmarket which was a great place to wander around, having many choices for food and shopping, and we never actually felt unsafe. If you are looking for a hotel near some "action", this would be a choice although you could never have more than 2 people in the room.
We chose this room because it was less costly than others in the area and not far from the train station. You might want to pay a little more and get a larger space if that is important to you or you are traveling with a family. The room was adequate, but very small, for the cost. The beds were not set up as twin beds, even though that was a choice on the website that we asked for, and it was very warm inside with no ability to cool it more. We had to open the windows, which both faced a back alley where there was all sorts of garbage piled up, with a very greasy food smell in the air. The hotel was is a sketchy area, but very close to Grassmarket which was a great place to wander around, having many choices for food and shopping, and we never actually felt unsafe. If you are looking for a hotel near some "action", this would be a choice although you could never have more than 2 people in the room.
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Catherine
1 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Floors were creaky, but the rooms were nice. It was close to the royal mile but there was no easy way to get there without going up a very steep hill. Still, I’d stay again without hesitation.
Floors were creaky, but the rooms were nice. It was close to the royal mile but there was no easy way to get there without going up a very steep hill. Still, I’d stay again without hesitation.
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Anna
20 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is in walkable distance from the Royal Mile which is awesome! However, it is very loud at night due to the bar next door.
This hotel is in walkable distance from the Royal Mile which is awesome! However, it is very loud at night due to the bar next door.
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Jill
14 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel was clean and the staff friendly but the area was very run down. It was close to Royal mile and easy to walk to all attractions.
The hotel was clean and the staff friendly but the area was very run down. It was close to Royal mile and easy to walk to all attractions.
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Frank
12 Jun 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Friendly staff. Can walk to everything. Didn't rent a car.
Friendly staff. Can walk to everything. Didn't rent a car.
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Christian
27 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It was really great. Right in the heart of Edinburgh. In the heart of everything. Just around the corner from GreyFriars Kirk!
It was really great. Right in the heart of Edinburgh. In the heart of everything. Just around the corner from GreyFriars Kirk!
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Angelique
11 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Well priced hotel in a central location. Very easy to get around old town, the train station and Princes street. Clean, cozy and comfortable. Ideal for a short stay. The room is very soundproof for other guests in the hotel. The hotel location is in the centre of Edinburgh nightlife. If you partake, enjoy! If you retire early, the hotel offers ear plugs if you need them.
Well priced hotel in a central location. Very easy to get around old town, the train station and Princes street. Clean, cozy and comfortable. Ideal for a short stay. The room is very soundproof for other guests in the hotel. The hotel location is in the centre of Edinburgh nightlife. If you partake, enjoy! If you retire early, the hotel offers ear plugs if you need them.
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Dennis
31 May 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The location is excellent if you’re going to be doing the touristy things in old Edinburgh. The place is clean and the rooms are a good size.
The location is excellent if you’re going to be doing the touristy things in old Edinburgh. The place is clean and the rooms are a good size.
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MINAL
21 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
great location. centrally located in Grassmarket neighborhood - you can walk to city centre (10min) and train station (10-15 min). Only complaint is wifi was very spotty in the rooms so had to be in main area to get business level wifi. I liked that the hotel had a main lobby where you can sit, read, work, congregate comfortably. there is also a happening bar next door called Three Sisters if you want to grab a drink ad dance late hours
great location. centrally located in Grassmarket neighborhood - you can walk to city centre (10min) and train station (10-15 min). Only complaint is wifi was very spotty in the rooms so had to be in main area to get business level wifi. I liked that the hotel had a main lobby where you can sit, read, work, congregate comfortably. there is also a happening bar next door called Three Sisters if you want to grab a drink ad dance late hours
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Michael
5 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property itself is great! Clean rooms and very friendly staff. It should be known that walking with luggage from Waverly station is possible but difficult given the hilly terrain. Also, there’s a club just down the street that is open late every night, and it’s quite noisy. Not a deal breaker, especially if that’s what you’re looking for, but good to be aware of!
The property itself is great! Clean rooms and very friendly staff. It should be known that walking with luggage from Waverly station is possible but difficult given the hilly terrain. Also, there’s a club just down the street that is open late every night, and it’s quite noisy. Not a deal breaker, especially if that’s what you’re looking for, but good to be aware of!
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Dining
Breakfast feedback is mixed: some praise tasty options and helpful to-go packs, while others found it limited, late, or poor value. The attached bar or restaurant is lively and convenient for food and drinks.
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Stephen
4 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Located just off the Royal Mile provides easy access to shopping, restaurants and sightseeing. Be prepared for steps, hills and plenty of walking within this downtown area which offers so much. Rooms were quiet and the attached bar offered plenty of evening entertainment.
Located just off the Royal Mile provides easy access to shopping, restaurants and sightseeing. Be prepared for steps, hills and plenty of walking within this downtown area which offers so much. Rooms were quiet and the attached bar offered plenty of evening entertainment.
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Federica
18 Nov 2023
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This place is overrated and overpriced for what it offfers. Rooms are ok, large tv, fridge and a/c, however cold air come from the windows. The breakfast was poor and definitely overpriced. The staff was very young, generally friendly and kind but could see lack of professional training. Overall an ok stay but value provided not worth the money.
This place is overrated and overpriced for what it offfers. Rooms are ok, large tv, fridge and a/c, however cold air come from the windows. The breakfast was poor and definitely overpriced. The staff was very young, generally friendly and kind but could see lack of professional training. Overall an ok stay but value provided not worth the money.
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Shelly
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Three sisters bar/ restaurant was just next door with good food and ambience. Once in our room it was very quiet. Stay Central rooms were more spacious than we expected and the whole place had a lot of charm. Staff were very friendly. Breakfast was a little later than usual at 8am but they did pack a breakfast to go so we could catch the bus.
Three sisters bar/ restaurant was just next door with good food and ambience. Once in our room it was very quiet. Stay Central rooms were more spacious than we expected and the whole place had a lot of charm. Staff were very friendly. Breakfast was a little later than usual at 8am but they did pack a breakfast to go so we could catch the bus.
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sarah
13 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location and great breakfast. Unfortunately it was VERY noisy one of the nights as the bars across the street parties till 1pm with very loud music.
Great location and great breakfast. Unfortunately it was VERY noisy one of the nights as the bars across the street parties till 1pm with very loud music.
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Irene
2 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Booked a long weekend for 6 people. Separate 2-person rooms with breakfast. We were able to temporarily park our luggage upon arrival before checking in, which was very nice. We were greeted politely at check-in. The hotel room was equipped with various amenities, a good bed with clean bedding. Large TV with play station. Well maintained and clean. Breakfast was neat, with various options, but mainly focused on the English breakfast. We received compensation after the breakfast was incomplete, neatly arranged! Close to all the beautiful things to see in Edinburgh, public transport nearby. The only disadvantage was the very noisy 6-sisters, loud music.
Booked a long weekend for 6 people. Separate 2-person rooms with breakfast. We were able to temporarily park our luggage upon arrival before checking in, which was very nice. We were greeted politely at check-in. The hotel room was equipped with various amenities, a good bed with clean bedding. Large TV with play station. Well maintained and clean. Breakfast was neat, with various options, but mainly focused on the English breakfast. We received compensation after the breakfast was incomplete, neatly arranged! Close to all the beautiful things to see in Edinburgh, public transport nearby. The only disadvantage was the very noisy 6-sisters, loud music.
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Fran
4 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice place. Good service, good location, nice outdoor area with big screen tv and nice restaurant pub. Enjoyed my stay very much
Nice place. Good service, good location, nice outdoor area with big screen tv and nice restaurant pub. Enjoyed my stay very much
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Stephen
18 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very surprised. A little bit of party noise but bearable. Luis and his breakfast was fantastic. A very good host.
Very surprised. A little bit of party noise but bearable. Luis and his breakfast was fantastic. A very good host.
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Philip
16 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We have been travelling for more than 40 years, and my wife and I both agree, that this is possibly the best place we've stayed. Modern and clean rooms, and a short walk to the Royal Mile. There is also a great bar/restaurant downstairs.
We have been travelling for more than 40 years, and my wife and I both agree, that this is possibly the best place we've stayed. Modern and clean rooms, and a short walk to the Royal Mile. There is also a great bar/restaurant downstairs.
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Tracie
29 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed for 1 night, our room was big, however very cold…. Breakfast was a bit of a farce menu with 6 choices and we were told only 2 available, don’t leave a menu and then tell guests there are only 2 choices
We stayed for 1 night, our room was big, however very cold…. Breakfast was a bit of a farce menu with 6 choices and we were told only 2 available, don’t leave a menu and then tell guests there are only 2 choices
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Steve
21 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room smelt damp, breakfast was dry and tasteless
The room smelt damp, breakfast was dry and tasteless
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Björn
29 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice clean room with helpful staff.
Nice clean room with helpful staff.
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Viviane
12 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Very central location indeed. Despite the Three sisters bar downstairs and the football games going on we did not get disturbed. We got the XXL room for 5. Property was clean and staff friendly. Walking distance to most of Edinburgh’s attractions and to the Royal Mile.
Very central location indeed. Despite the Three sisters bar downstairs and the football games going on we did not get disturbed. We got the XXL room for 5. Property was clean and staff friendly. Walking distance to most of Edinburgh’s attractions and to the Royal Mile.
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Sophia
9 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We had a great stay! Rooms are as advertised with nice comfortable bed and fantastic location
We had a great stay! Rooms are as advertised with nice comfortable bed and fantastic location
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Jessica
6 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay in central Edinburgh
Great place to stay in central Edinburgh
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Olivia
3 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
I loved the central location and how easy it was to check in. Staff were very helpful and friendly!
I loved the central location and how easy it was to check in. Staff were very helpful and friendly!
FAQs about Stay Central Hotel
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 15.00 per person.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 11:59 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee of GBP 10, subject to availability.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including accessible public areas and facilities. Guests should confirm specific needs with the property prior to arrival.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Old Town Edinburgh, just steps from the National Museum of Scotland and a 5-minute walk from the University of Edinburgh. It is approximately 0.5 miles from the Royal Mile and the Scottish National Gallery.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
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- 2026-09-20: 249.26040663452147USD
- 2026-09-21: 276.9388036773682USD
- 2026-09-22: 306.39892612304686USD
- 2026-09-23: 320.05969514160154USD
- 2026-09-24: 309.03348376464845USD
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- 2026-10-11: 211.18030590515136USD
- 2026-10-12: 212.4136022644043USD
- 2026-10-13: 305.378341619873USD
- 2026-10-14: 256.1432646759033USD
- 2026-10-15: 198.10732550964354USD
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- 2026-10-18: 156.4480372314453USD
- 2026-10-19: 189.18916429748535USD
- 2026-10-20: 255.40537445983887USD
- 2026-10-21: 214.86483039245604USD
- 2026-10-22: 209.45943633117676USD
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- 2026-10-25: 154.05403201293944USD
- 2026-10-26: 209.45943633117676USD
- 2026-10-27: 224.32429658203125USD
- 2026-10-28: 198.64863048706056USD
- 2026-10-29: 189.18916429748535USD
- 2026-10-30: 260.8107685211182USD
- 2026-10-31: 285.13509496154785USD
- 2026-11-01: 146.06731586914063USD
- 2026-11-02: 152.7026746368408USD
- 2026-11-03: 152.14339999999999USD
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- 2026-11-05: 137.0452USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- Cashless transactions are available
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person
- Early check-in fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
- Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Non-smoking rooms
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Garden
Live music
General
Non-smoking rooms
Packed lunches
Breakfast in the room
Allergy-free room available
Family room
Snack Bar/Deli
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Activities
Garden
Live music
Evening Entertainment
Outdoor Furniture
Terrace
Services
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Express check-in/check-out
Self laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
Internet
Free wi-fi