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Stay Central

3.0 star property
Hotel with bar/lounge, near National Museum of Scotland

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In the heart of Edinburgh, Stay Central offers a warm welcome with dry cleaning services and a lively bar. Connect to in-room WiFi, store your luggage safely, and enjoy the helpful staff that previous guests rave about.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lift
The current price is €214
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

View all photos for XL - sleeps up to 4

A bunk bed room with a blue wooden wall, a painting, and a power outlet.

XL - sleeps up to 4

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Private Dorm - The Ultimate Party Room

A modern hotel room with two beds, a wooden column, and a view of the city.

Private Dorm - The Ultimate Party Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Beds OR 4 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for S (Double)

A modern hotel room with a bed, a wooden door, a mirror, and a wall-mounted artwork.

S (Double)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for XXL - sleeps up to 6

A hotel room with three beds, each with white bedding and pillows. The walls are adorned with framed artwork, including a crown design.

XXL - sleeps up to 6

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds OR 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for L (Executive Double of Twin)

A modern bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a wooden floor, and artwork on the walls.

L (Executive Double of Twin)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for M (Double or twin)

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed with white linens, a yellow throw blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, and a glass door with a logo.

M (Double or twin)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

(M) Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for (L) Executive Double or Twin Room

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a wall with a large painting.

(L) Executive Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Private Dorm-the Ultimate Party Room

A modern hotel room with two beds, a wooden column, and a view of the city.

Private Dorm-the Ultimate Party Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
139 Cowgate, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1LL

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Museum of Scotland - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Mile - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 17 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 22 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 24 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Greyfriars Bobby's Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Frankenstein - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Elephant House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Luckenbooths - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Stay Central

  • You'll be in a fantastic location at Stay Central, only a five-minute walk from National Museum of Scotland and Grassmarket. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily. Also, Royal Mile and Princes Street are within a short 10-minute walk. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 11 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 12 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 37 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) are not allowed
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

The Three Sisters Pub – On-site restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Stay Central Hotel Edinburgh
Stay Central Hotel
Stay Central Edinburgh
Stay Central
Tailors Hall Hotel Edinburgh
Stay Central Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
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Stay Central Edinburgh
Stay Central Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does Stay Central offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Stay Central does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Stay Central?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Stay Central?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Stay Central.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Stay Central?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of GBP 10 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Stay Central and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include National Museum of Scotland (5-min walk) and University of Edinburgh (5-min walk), along with Royal Mile (6-min walk) and Scottish National Gallery (8-min walk).

What's the area around Stay Central like?

Stay Central is a short 7-minute walk from Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) and 6 minutes' walk from Royal Mile.

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Reviews

Stay Central Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay! Rooms are as advertised with nice comfortable bed and fantastic location
Sophia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was really clean and the staff was helpful. Excellent location!! There is a great bar underneath.
Elif Naz, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location. Small double room was great, clean, big TV, comfy bed so perfect for a night or two.
Natasha, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great spot near the Royal Mile and Castle. Minutes away from everything. Clean and spacious room with all amenities.
Katherine, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very courteous staff, clean room, and fantastic location. I definitely recommend staying here!
Tim, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is clean and conveniently located. But I want to give a highest rank to the manager and the staff for going an extra mile making our stay from 3/17/26 to 3/19/26 very quiet and comfortable.
Ye, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, great staff ,great location.
Gunter, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The Hotel is amazing! STAY is really well located, the staff is helpfull and the room is great. Also, the bar is really cool to spend some time when you come back from visiting the city. If I'm ever blessed with coming back to Edinburgh again, I will totally stay there again!
Caio Almeida, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was great and the staff very helpful
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room, great staff and quiet room even though very central location.
Kenneth, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room spotless and staff very helpful
Bryce, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for the price
Patrick, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Handy location. Nice lounge and staff. Our room was hot and not comfortable for sleeping with no ventilation
Wendy, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice facility at a great location
LINDA, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location
paulami, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good location, good customer service, but the bathroom is a bit old and there are paint peeling off from the ceiling, not many activities inside, but you can play the pool or ping pong for free, and the staffs are friendly, I always ask a latte at the front desk, they always were very happy to give me one for free, I am happy being there for 4 nights,
Zhechao, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good location
elizabeth, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good location, clean room
MARCELA, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean room and good facilities. Staff were friendly. Good location right next to a pub and grass market
James, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean and modern, spacious room with spacious shower. Very kind staff. Good breakfast, though pricey (£15). Room a bit noisy because of disco nearby but I still slept well. I would definitely go back.
Simone, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel centrally located. Easy access to everything. Very friendly staff.
Raymond, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This was a nice place to stay. I loved the location, it was within walking distance of everything I wanted to do.
Rachel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location close to all the main attractions
Christine, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff was really lovely, and the placement was great! It was a bit noisy with the bar outside, but we didn’t mind.
Maria, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place to stay! The staff was incredible and extremely helpful and kind! Extremely convenient with transportation, dining, entertainment close by! I will definitely be staying here again on my next visit! Even though it is right above a bar, it was a very quiet! I have paid much higher rates for hotels that were much less than this. I would recommend to any friend or family.
Sarah, 2-night trip