The Place

The Place

Hotel
4 stars 

34-38 York Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Excellent3,210 verified ratings
8.2

£116

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Standard Room
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£116
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£123
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£126
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Double room
1 double bed
£80
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£86
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£90
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Superior room
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£142
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£166
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£179
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About The Place

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of The Place, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on 9 December 2025.
The Place provides unique accommodation and is moments on foot from Edinburgh Bus Station. It also features an express check-in and check-out feature, meeting rooms and free Wi-Fi.

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Check-in time15:00
Check-out time11:00
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+44 131 556 7575

Perks and amenities at The Place

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at The Place
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

General

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Family rooms
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Safety deposit box
  • Cribs available
  • Fireplace
  • Feather pillow
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Seating area
  • Laundry facilities
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Oven
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • First-aid kit
  • Additional bathroom
  • Microwave
  • Socket near the bed
  • Additional toilet
  • Sofa
  • Key card access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Allergy-free room
  • Kids meals
  • CCTV outside property
  • No smoking
  • Kitchenware
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Stovetop
  • Express check-out
  • Body soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Bottle of water
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Telephone
  • Kettle
  • Carpeted
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Safe
  • City view
  • Cleaning products
  • Dustbins
  • Coffee machine
  • TV
  • Conditioner
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Desk
  • Dining area
  • Dining table
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Kitchen
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Washing machine
  • Storage available

Activities

  • Golf

Services

  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laundry service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

Reviews for The Place

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at The Place, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 3,210 reviews of The Place to date. Review data was last updated on 9 December 2025.
8.2
Very Good3,210 verified ratings
Pros +
  • "Quiet, elegant hotel in the city centre!" (in 19 reviews)
  • Walking distance to everything you need. (in 11 reviews)
  • "nice breakfast, good staff, perfect location." (in 266 reviews)
Cons -
  • Didn't like the window. (in 23 reviews)
  • Blind didn’t work in sky light Woke up bright and early (in 5 reviews)
  • The shower pressure was horrible. (in 12 reviews)
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Photos of The Place

View a collection of 29 photos showcasing the rooms, amenities, and facilities of The Place to help you visualise your stay. Photos for this property were last updated on 9 December 2025.

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Explore New Town, Edinburgh

The Place is located at 34-38 York Place in the New Town neighbourhood of Edinburgh. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 9 December 2025.

Most Popular Landmarks

Fruitmarket Gallery

10 mins walk

0.5 mi

Edinburgh Dungeon

10 mins walk

0.5 mi

National Gallery of Scotland

10 mins walk

0.5 mi

Museum on the Mound

13 mins walk

0.7 mi

Gladstone's Land

14 mins walk

0.7 mi

Fruitmarket Gallery

10 mins walk

0.5 mi

Edinburgh Dungeon

10 mins walk

0.5 mi

National Gallery of Scotland

10 mins walk

0.5 mi

Museum on the Mound

13 mins walk

0.7 mi

Gladstone's Land

14 mins walk

0.7 mi

Public Transportation

Edinburgh Waverley Station

9 mins walk

0.5 mi

Edinburgh Waverley Station

9 mins walk

0.5 mi

Car Hires

£55 daily average

Closest Airports

Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport

23 mins drive

9.6 mi

Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport

23 mins drive

9.6 mi

  • How far is The Place from Greyfriars Kirk?

    The Place is about 0.6 mi from Greyfriars Kirk, one of Edinburgh’s most popular landmarks.

  • Is The Place close to Usher Hall?

    0.9 mi - making Usher Hall a reasonable walk or short drive/taxi from The Place.

FAQs when booking at The Place

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding bookings, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at The Place. FAQs were last updated on 9 December 2025.
  • How close is The Place to the nearest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    With no traffic, the 7.1 mi drive between The Place and Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (the nearest airport) will generally only take about 0h 14m. If you’re staying in a metropolitan area, you may see your drive time increase due to busy roads.

  • What is the best way for guests to get from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to The Place?

    Taking a taxi or rideshare service from the nearest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, to your hotel is often the most cost-effective transportation solution.

  • How close is The Place from the Edinburgh city centre?

    The Place is 0.2 mi away from the centre of New Town, Edinburgh. Consider visiting National Museum of Scotland, a popular landmark that can be accessed from The Place by various forms of transportation.

  • What is the The Place phone number?

    For questions about The Place and your reservation, contact the front desk directly at +44 131 556 7575.

  • Does The Place have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, The Place has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What is the check-out time at The Place?

    The standard check-out time at The Place is 11:00. Guests can usually check-in from 15:00. Special arrangements may be available if discussed with the front desk.

  • How much does it cost to stay at The Place, Edinburgh?

    The Place room prices depend on your dates, room type and availability. The average price found recently is £153/night, with the best deals starting from £44/night. To see current deals, enter your dates in the form above.

  • Is there a restaurant at The Place?

    There is a restaurant located in The Place. Please contact them for kitchen hours. A bar is also available on-site.

  • Does The Place have a laundry service?

    Yes, there is a hotel laundry service for guests at The Place. The property also has irons and ironing boards available for guest use.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at The Place?

    For the best chance to save money on your The Place reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest (£90).

  • In what area of Edinburgh is The Place located?

    The Place is located within the New Town area of Edinburgh. Utilise the map on this page to understand where The Place is in relation to the rest of Edinburgh.

  • What is the cheapest day to check into The Place?

    Consider checking into The Place on Saturday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of £84).

  • How far is The Place from Greyfriars Kirk?

    The Place is about 0.6 mi from Greyfriars Kirk, one of Edinburgh’s most popular landmarks.

  • Is The Place close to Usher Hall?

    0.9 mi - making Usher Hall a reasonable walk or short drive/taxi from The Place.

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