Playfair House Hotel, Edinburgh
About the Hotel
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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Facilities
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
Location
Reviews and Ratings
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.