Hotel Playfair House Hotel, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Playfair House Hotel - Edinburgh

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Overview

Located within 400 metres of Montgomery St, the 3-star Playfair House Hotel Edinburgh is within 300 metres of El Corazon de Midlothian. Boasting a location relatively close to Dugald Stewart Monument, this Edinburgh hotel offers 12 rooms and a lounge bar onsite.

Location

The property has a central setting a 19-minute stroll from Scottish National Gallery, while natural sights like Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh are 20 minutes' walk away. The entertainment venues in Leith with a whole host of independent shops, stylish bars and cutting-edge restaurants include Edinburgh Playhouse, not too far from the Playfair House Edinburgh. The accommodation is also a few minutes' drive from Calton Hill. Located 15 minutes' walk from Playfair House Hotel, Holyrood Abbey is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.

This Edinburgh property is near a train station.

Rooms

In-room facilities include a TV set as well as coffee/tea makers. You'll find nice touches like a walk-in shower and a bath, along with a hair dryer and bath sheets to enhance your stay.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served every morning in the restaurant. This Edinburgh hotel is a minute's walk from The Joker And The Thief.

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-23:59

until 11:00

Amenities

Public parking is possible at a location nearby for free.

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Other information

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room. There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:12

Former name

Hotel Twenty

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Rooms and availability

Twin Room Private Bathroom

Max:

2 persons
Room size:

40 m²
Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower
Heating

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Small Double Room

Max:

2 persons
Room size:

40 m²
Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower
Heating

room details +

Single Room

Max:

1 person
Room size:

12 m²
Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower
Heating

room details +

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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Breakfast

Pets allowed

Dining

Breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Television
Telephone
CD player
AM/FM alarm clock

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Essential information about Playfair House Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	74 £
📏 Distance to centre	1.0 km
🗺️ Location rating	9.0
✈️ Distance to airport	13.9 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Edinburgh, EDI

Location
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Address

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Waverley Bridge Travelhub 20 Leopold Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Waverley Bridge Travelhub 20 Leopold Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants
Hotels nearby

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

1.8 km

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

1.7 km

Queen's Drive Holyrood Park

Arthur's Seat hike

2.7 km

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

1.1 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

1.5 km

Royal Mile

1.6 km

High Street 2 Warriston's Close

The Real Mary King's Close

1.4 km

St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road

Calton Hill

810 m

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

1.7 km

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

1.2 km

32 Calton Hill

Nelson Monument

650 m

Monument

Scott Monument

1.1 km

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

1.3 km

Park

Princes Street Gardens

1.8 km

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

1.8 km

Museum

The Writers' Museum

1.5 km

Museum

Gladstone's Land

1.5 km

Museum

Museum of Childhood

1.3 km

Nicolson Street

Surgeons' Hall Museums

1.6 km

Museum

Dynamic Earth

1.5 km

Ocean Drive Ocean Terminal

Royal Yacht Britannia

2.7 km

2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)

Brass Rubbing Centre

1.2 km

Museum

John Knox House

1.4 km

Park

Holyrood Park

2.4 km

53 Princes Street

Princes Street

1.4 km

Public Building

The Scottish Parliament

1.2 km

Church

Mercat Cross

1.1 km

Gallery

City Art Centre

1.1 km

Gallery

Collective Gallery

690 m

Picardy Place

Sherlock Holmes Statue

310 m

Restaurant

Taste Of Italy

200 m

Restaurant

Cafe Elmrow

200 m

Restaurant

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Deep Sea

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Restaurant

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Restaurant

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570 m

Restaurant

Cafe Piccante

480 m

Restaurant

Artisan Roast

570 m

Restaurant

Soderberg Bakery Shop

520 m

Restaurant

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Reviews of Playfair House Hotel

8.2 /10

Great

Verified reviews

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.

Location9.0

Facilities5.6

Guest reviewsWrite a Review

missingPlayfair House Hotel - Edinburgh

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James

United Kingdom

Wrote a review on 29 Nov

Great

8.0

This place is clean, with a fantastic location near the playhouse, restaurants, shops, and the city center.

0 Helpful

Date of stay: June 2023
missingPlayfair House Hotel - Edinburgh

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Helen

United States

Wrote a review on 28 Nov

Great

8.0

There was café Thirsty Pallet, that I found within 15 minutes' walk of the hotel. Excellant for visiting sherlock holmes statue. Perfect base for discovering Edinburgh...

0 Helpful

Date of stay: July 2020
missingPlayfair House Hotel - Edinburgh

J

John

United Kingdom

Wrote a review on 26 Nov

Very good

7.2

The stay here was really comfortable for two nights. We liked rooms with tv. The staff were very pleasant and efficient. The venue was in a central location so close to a very nice area close to the playhouse and nice restaurants, Edinburgh castle and train station...

0 Helpful

Date of stay: January 2023
missingPlayfair House Hotel - Edinburgh

J

Jonathan

United Kingdom

Wrote a review on 24 Nov

Great

8.2

The staff here are always friendly and the rooms are comfortable and spacious, plus breakfast is included.

0 Helpful

Date of stay: August 2023
missingPlayfair House Hotel - Edinburgh

Wrote a review on 23 Nov

Great

8.8

Close proximity to Princess Street well within walking distance.

0 Helpful
missingPlayfair House Hotel - Edinburgh

Wrote a review on 22 Nov

Great

8.4

Friendly staff, TV and tea kettle in the room, the shower

shabby furniture in the room, black blanket cover and pillow (black colour in the room)

0 Helpful
missingPlayfair House Hotel - Edinburgh

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Lawrence

United Kingdom

Wrote a review on 26 Oct

Perfect

9.0

The complimentary breakfast offered a nice variety including milk, toast, cereals, yogurt, and cheese.

0 Helpful

Date of stay: June 2023
missingPlayfair House Hotel - Edinburgh

Wrote a review on 25 Oct

Perfect

9.0

Very friendly and helpful stuff, locaton of the hotel

0 Helpful
missingPlayfair House Hotel - Edinburgh

Wrote a review on 25 Oct

Very good

7.4

Location is excellent. Only a 10 min walk to Castle and even less to Princes St. Hotel is basic but clean and a good buffet breakfast. Good value for money in a city that has many expensive hotels.

0 Helpful
missingPlayfair House Hotel - Edinburgh

J

John

United Kingdom

Wrote a review on 24 Oct

Great

8.4

The food here is fantastic with plenty of delicious choices, and this place perfectly met our needs.

0 Helpful

Date of stay: November 2023
missingPlayfair House Hotel - Edinburgh

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William

United Kingdom

Wrote a review on 22 Oct

Great

8.0

The room here is spacious, warm, and has very comfortable beds.

0 Helpful

Date of stay: June 2023
missingPlayfair House Hotel - Edinburgh

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Andrew

United Kingdom

Wrote a review on 22 Oct

Very good

7.4

Warm enough and accommodating room, good bathroom with a walk-in shower. A view of garden from my window❤

Fairly basic breakfast.

0 Helpful

Date of stay: March 2023
missingPlayfair House Hotel - Edinburgh

Wrote a review on 22 Oct

Perfect

9.6

The hotel was within walking distance from the city center, the breakfast was really nice and the hotel staff really helpfull

0 Helpful
missingPlayfair House Hotel - Edinburgh

Wrote a review on 19 Oct

Perfect

9.2

The close proximity to The Playhouse and other facilities

small rooms & bathroom could be a bit cleaner

0 Helpful
missingPlayfair House Hotel - Edinburgh

Wrote a review on 19 Oct

Great

8.8

A simple cheap and pleasant hotel

0 Helpful

FAQ about Playfair House Hotel

Which popular attractions are located near the Playfair House Hotel hotel?

You can visit Tesco Express, placed 550 meters from the Playfair House Hotel hotel. Other interesting sights include Scottish National Gallery (1.5 km from the property) as well as Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (about a 20-minute walk away).

Which landmarks are closest to Playfair House Hotel hotel?

Guests of Playfair House Hotel hotel can visit the restored theatre "Edinburgh Playhouse" (nearly a 5-minute walk from the accommodation), or the memorial tower "Nelson Monument" placed 8 minutes' walk away.

Are there any dining facilities close to the hotel?

Best restaurants near the hotel include The Joker And The Thief and Bon Bon, placed 250 meters from the property and approximately a 5-minute walk away respectively.

Can I eat breakfast at the hotel?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.

What is check-in and check-out time at the Playfair House Hotel?

Guests of the Playfair House Hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.

What kinds of rooms does the 3-star Playfair House Hotel hotel offer?

The 3-star Playfair House Hotel hotel offers such room types as Private Bathroom King Room, Private Bathroom Twin Room, and Small Double Room.

Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 3-star Playfair House Hotel?

Each room at the 3-star Playfair House Hotel includes ironing facilities for guests' comfort.

What is the cancellation fee in the hotel?

At the hotel, free cancellation is provided.