PLAYFAIR HOUSE HOTEL, Edinburgh

Playfair House Hotel - A central EDI hotel with Thai dining and London Road garden views

Located 2624.7 ft from Princes Street, Playfair House Hotel occupies a Georgian building in Leith, a district known for independent shops and cutting-edge restaurants. This 3-star EDI hotel sits 5 minutes from Edinburgh's city center and 2 minutes from Edinburgh Playhouse theatre. Each room features London Road garden views, work desks, mini-fridges, and free WiFi. The property houses two dining venues: Thai Pad restaurant serving Thai specialties and Toranj offering Persian cuisine with fresh bread from a Tandoor clay oven. The hotel provides complimentary weekend parking from Friday 17:30 until Monday 08:30. A bus stop outside connects to city routes, while a tram from Haymarket runs to York Place, a 5-minute walk from Playfair House. Key attractions within 1 mile include Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, Scottish National Gallery, and National Museum of Scotland.

Pros

Direct access to Leith Walk, Edinburgh's longest street

On-site Persian restaurant uses authentic Tandoor clay oven

Georgian high ceilings in select rooms

Comprehensive safety features including carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and window guards

Cons

Paid parking required Monday through Friday

Limited room views, facing either London Road gardens or back garden only