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Stay Central

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Royal Mile

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A modern interior with a staircase, framed artwork, and a decorative wall.
An indoor seating area with wooden tables and benches, large windows, and hanging lights.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A building with a 'STAY' sign, 'SUPER SALAD BOWLS' sign, and 'REAL GOOD COFFEE' sign.
A staircase with wooden panels and framed pictures on the walls.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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139 Cowgate, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1LL
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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 Twin Beds OR 4 Double Beds

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)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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 Twin Bunk Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre stay.A stay at this Edinburgh City Centre hotel places you steps from National Museum of Scotland and within a 5-minute walk of Royal Mile. University of Edinburgh and Princes Street Gardens are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 7 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Deacon Brodies Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Greyfriars Bobby's Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Frankenstein - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Elephant House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Three Sisters - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Stay Central

3-star hotel near Royal Mile
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Stay Central also features tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

This 3-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Stay Central offers 37 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00

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 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Stay Central to the airport?

Stay Central is 7.9 mi (17-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stay Central?

As of Oct 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stay Central on Nov 9, 2026 start from CA $152, 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 Stay Central have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Stay Central.

How close is Stay Central to the beach?

This hotel is 3.3 mi (18-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 5.7 mi (25-min drive) from Cramond Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Stay Central offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Stay Central, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15.00 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Stay Central?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Stay Central?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs GBP 10 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Stay Central?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Stay Central have a pool?

Stay Central does not have a pool.

Does Stay Central have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Stay Central to downtown Edinburgh?

Stay Central is 0.3 mi away from Edinburgh.

Stay Central Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 455 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 333 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1014 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice a small hotel very close to all the things to do in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In addition it qas Super close to everywhere you want to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! Rooms are as advertised with nice comfortable bed and fantastic location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in central Edinburgh
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room with helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the central location and how easy it was to check in. Staff were very helpful and friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very good location. Walkable to sightseeing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, great location, quiet, but super close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location // great staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service; rooms are very clean and very small; extremely good and central location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were so pleasantly surprised in how much room we had. Our entire family of four had plenty of room to spread out & relax after a long day of travel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great people ready to help you - amazing location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really clean and the staff was helpful. Excellent location!! There is a great bar underneath.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely welcome, clean rooms, big showers, walking distance of pubs & grub
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were a bit narrow but everything else was way above expectations! The staff were so helpful, and the location is nice. It’s close enough to the Main Street without being too close.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, attached to a fun bar/restaurant, The Three Sisters. My only caution is not it is not smack in the middle of the old town, but I would definitely consider heading back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Small double room was great, clean, big TV, comfy bed so perfect for a night or two.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was definitely not the nicest I’ve stayed in but it had character that made up for it. It was a phenomenal location and everything we wanted to get to was very close by. They also had a great restaurant attached to the hotel that made it easy in a pinch. Highly recommend this place due to the uniqueness of the hotel and the location being so central.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very courteous staff, clean room, and fantastic location. I definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central location indeed. Despite the Three sisters bar downstairs and the football games going on we did not get disturbed. We got the XXL room for 5. Property was clean and staff friendly. Walking distance to most of Edinburgh’s attractions and to the Royal Mile.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean, great staff ,great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room, great staff and quiet room even though very central location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Was able to check in early and store luggage conveniently. Just wish I would have opted in for the breakfast! Looked delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was great, room was good, close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

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