THE PLACE HOTEL, Edinburgh

The Place Hotel - A Georgian terrace EDI hotel with outdoor terrace and function spaces

Located in Edinburgh's New Town, The Place occupies three grand A-listed Georgian townhouses built between 1800-1804 on York Place. This 4-star EDI hotel features 48 boutique rooms and suites, from compact single rooms to spacious apartments with fireplaces and city views. Each room includes an ensuite bathroom, flat-screen TV, tea/coffee facilities, and complimentary toiletries. The property houses three indoor function spaces with private bars, plus an outdoor terrace equipped with table tennis and foosball tables. The lounge and bar serve Scottish beers, gins, whiskies, and international wines, while the restaurant offers Scottish cuisine and light bites. The Place Hotel stands 0.5 miles from Calton Hill and Nelson Monument, with Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Botanic Garden both 1 mile away.

Pros

First floor facade features significant rustication carved in Roman/Greek style

Outdoor terrace includes a retractable roof for all-weather use

Seven restaurants and bars within 0.3 miles radius

Original period features preserved throughout the property

Cons

Terrace access limited during private events

Some standard twin rooms located on lower ground floor with skylight windows only