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Playfair House Hotel, Edinburgh

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About the Hotel

Waverley Bridge Travelhub 20 Leopold Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Playfair House Hotel is located in the heart of Edinburgh, making it an ideal base for exploring the Scottish capital. This small hotel is housed in a historic Georgian building, offering a warm, welcoming atmosphere. It is just a five-minute walk from the city center and features a unique Persian restaurant, the only one of its kind in Edinburgh. The hotel is also close to many cultural attractions and provides easy access to public transportation.

Location

The hotel is located just a two-minute walk from the Edinburgh Playhouse theater and 0.5 miles from the shops of Princes Street. A bus stop is conveniently situated outside the hotel, offering easy access to transport throughout the city. Edinburgh Zoo, a popular attraction, is also nearby, along with several championship golf courses.

Rooms

Playfair House Hotel offers 12 guest rooms, each equipped with en-suite bathrooms and complimentary Wi-Fi. Room amenities include televisions, mini fridges, work desks, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Certain rooms feature views of the London Road gardens and Georgian high ceilings. The hotel's compact size provides a more intimate experience for guests.

Eat & Drink

The on-site dining option is the authentic Persian restaurant, offering a variety of dishes from fresh salads to grilled meats. Hotel guests receive discounts at the restaurant, which highlights the unique culinary experience available. Additionally, a Thai restaurant is located on-site, catering to diverse palates.

Leisure & Business

Playfair House Hotel provides convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access and tour/ticket assistance. The property also features a picnic area for guests to unwind. For recreation, the hotel is only 20 minutes away from Europe's longest dry ski slope, which is open year-round for skiing and snowboarding.

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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
Private Bathroom Double Room
Max:
2 persons
20 m² 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
Shower
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Quadruple Room
Max:
4 persons
28 m² 
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1 Double bed
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Junior Suite
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2 persons
60 m² 
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1 King Size Bed
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Getting around

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City Center
Edinburgh3300 ft
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI) 8.6 mi
Dundee (DND) 60.0 mi
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station2700 ft
Bus
Bus stop1700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Pets allowed

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

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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Location

Waverley Bridge Travelhub 20 Leopold Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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Waverley Bridge Travelhub 20 Leopold Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
74%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Friendly Staff
Great Location
Outdated Decor
Cleanliness Concerns
7.4/10
Very good
Rooms
7.4
Location
8.8
Service
8.8
Dining
6.0
Guest reviews
7.4/10
based on 5 review
7.6
7.6/10based on 301 review
Johnny
United Kingdom, March  2024
8.0/10

My stay at the hotel was overall pleasant. The room was spacious, although the shower was a bit small, it was perfectly adequate with a comfy bed, nice towels, toiletries, plenty of tea, coffee, and a nice sweet biscuit with chocolate. The service was very helpful, and the location was exactly what I was looking for. The dining experience was a bit disappointing with limited breakfast options, but the facilities were good.

Rooms
8.0
The room was spacious and comfortable, meeting my needs with nice amenities provided.
Service
9.0
The staff were very helpful and accommodating, going above expectations to ensure a comfortable stay.
Location
9.0
The location of the hotel was very convenient, close to the center of town and key attractions.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were a bit limited, but the staff made it up with their service and attention to detail.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory, providing the basic necessities for a comfortable stay.
Joseph
United Kingdom, February  2024
7.0/10

I stayed at this hotel and found it to be a convenient choice with clean rooms, a comfortable bed, and an affordable price. However, the room needed attention with several issues like non-working switches, a falling bathroom door, no headboard on the bed, and general wear and tear. There was a noticeable smell of paint in the room.

Rooms
7.0
The room I had was on the ground floor and looked out onto London Road. It was clean and the bed was comfortable, but there were some maintenance issues that needed addressing.
Service
9.0
They were kind and helpful throughout my stay.
Location
8.0
The location was amazing, with an affordable Uber ride from the train station to the hotel. It was also close to the Edinburgh Playhouse and within walking distance to Princes Street and the Christmas market.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast was delivered to my room in the morning and contained everything I needed. However, the quality of ingredients was not good, and the food was cold even though it was pre-cooked and warmed up in a microwave.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel had basic facilities, but there were some maintenance issues that needed improvement to enhance the overall guest experience.
John
United Kingdom, December  2023
8.0/10

I found the hotel to be in a perfect location, within walking distance to major attractions like Waverly Station, Princes Street, and the Royal Mile. The rooms were comfortable and well-equipped, but the bathroom setup was a bit unusual. The service was top-notch, with the staff being very polite and accommodating. However, the dining options were limited, and the breakfast was not as varied as expected.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very nice and big, exactly as shown in the pictures.
Service
9.0
The staff here is really polite and helpful, making my stay even more enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The location couldn't be better, just a short walk to the city center, shops, and plenty of dining options nearby.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience left something to be desired, with limited options and basic quality.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities offered met my needs during the stay.
Harry
United Kingdom, October  2023
6.8/10

The hotel rooms were a bit grubby with outdated decor resembling the 90s. I even got stuck in the bathroom during the night due to a missing door handle. The carpet felt sticky underneath my feet, and the paintwork was dirty, especially on the bathroom door. However, the room was spacious, albeit a small shower. It didn't quite meet my expectations and wasn't ready until 6 pm.

Rooms
5.0
The room was spacious but had some cleanliness issues and outdated decor.
Service
9.0
The staff were very friendly and welcoming, making me feel like I was at home.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was central, near everyplace with plenty of dining options nearby. Keep up the good work!
Dining
6.0
The breakfast was a bit disappointing with limited options, but there were nearby cafes and restaurants to explore.
Facilities
6.0
The dining experience was a bit underwhelming, but there were surrounding dining options available.
Friendly Staff
Outdated Decor
Paul
United Kingdom, September  2023
7.8/10

The hotel is conveniently located, with pleasant rooms and friendly service. The dining experience could use improvement, but overall, it offers good value for money.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious, with lovely showers and nice decor. The beds were comfortable.
Service
8.0
Location
9.0
The location is perfect, only a short walk to Princes Street and surrounded by shops, food, and bars.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were limited, but a nearby place provided a satisfactory breakfast.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were found to be alright, but there were areas for improvement.
Great location
Limited dining
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