New Town Hotel

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Royal Mile

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A grand entrance with a marble floor, a staircase, and wooden doors with glass panels.
A hallway with a checkered marble floor, white doors, and a staircase with a floral mural.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a table, and a large window.
A restaurant with a checkered floor, red upholstered booths, and a bar area with a wine display.
A historic building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a black iron fence.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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8-12 York Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3EP
  • Place, St. Andrew Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, George Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

City center retreat .At this Edinburgh City Centre hotel, you'll be well placed to visit George Street and Princes Street, both within a 5-minute walk. Also, Royal Mile is within half a mile (1 km) and Edinburgh Castle is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • St. Andrew Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • George Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Princes Street - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal Mile - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dishoom Edinburgh - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pho Edinburgh - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Salerno Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Amarone - ‬4 min walk

About this property

New Town Hotel

4-star hotel near Royal Mile
New Town Hotel offers its guests tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
New Town Hotel offers 31 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 17 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 1 year old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 17.00 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 1 year old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Ballantrae Edinburgh

Ballantrae Hotel

Ballantrae Hotel Edinburgh

Hotel Ballantrae

The Ballantrae Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland

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New Town Hotel Hotel

New Town Hotel Edinburgh

New Town Hotel Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

How close is New Town Hotel to the airport?

New Town Hotel is 9.3 mi (35-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at New Town Hotel?

As of Sept 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at New Town Hotel on Oct 11, 2026 start from CA $287, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does New Town Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at New Town Hotel.

How close is New Town Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 3.1 mi (12-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.4 mi (41-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does New Town Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at New Town Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 17.00 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at New Town Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at New Town Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at New Town Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does New Town Hotel have a pool?

New Town Hotel does not have a pool.

Does New Town Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is New Town Hotel to downtown Edinburgh?

New Town Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Edinburgh.

New Town Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 230 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and staff were wonderful. I didn't have breakfast or visit the bar. The hotel was perfectly situated. 15 minute walk to Assembly Hall, two more minutes to the royal mile. Less than 10 minute walk from Waverly Station Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place - clean - great location and super staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was cooked fresh to order, lovely staff and excellent accommodation, within easy walking distance to all the main attractions, would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with everything you need for a business trip.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

LESLEY ANN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at hotel was lovely, very near to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property with great amenities in a nice central location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hotel was perfect: the central location, the beautiful historic building, the friendly staff and the really comfortable room. Oh, and the view was the BEST too! Thank you for a great stay, only wish it could’ve been longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Would recommend b
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel close to city centre
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel, staff were friendly and always available, very comfortable room with a bathtub long enough to lie down in, and a delicious breakfast!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Scottish breakfast - wth haggis, black pudding and runny poached egg - tick. Staff great - most engaging. Impressively clean premises. Decor gorgeous. All new & revamped last Aug - pristine. Excellent choice of stay over/venue.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great central location. Everything you need from a small boutique hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room, friendly helpful staff, convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was excellent and the location was great for walking around. It’s located in a quiet area. The only thing I would comment on is thin walls.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice experience. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic Location! Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean large room comfortable beds Easy access to all winter events Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall excellent hotel. Spotless, staff were so helpful. Breakfast was a lovely experience with very good quality and service. So close to the Playhouse !! We had an excellent overnight stay and would def recommend, great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to all areas of Edinburgh staff were lovely and helpful. Very clean room was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renu

Enjoyed the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, attentive staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Umut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
it was a good room, comfortable bed and amazing bath.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Idris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Best Hotel in the town. Lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic Location and beautiful appointed and recently refurbished rooms (2025). Would definately stay again. Helpful and friendly staff and excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in was quick & easy, staff were all very friendly. The room was very comfortable, lovely decor & very clean. A lovely stay and would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026