Stay Central

Property class: 3
Hotel with bar/lounge, near Royal Mile

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You'll be in a fantastic location at Stay Central, just a 5-minute walk from Royal Mile and National Museum of Scotland. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily. Also, Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 11 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 12 minutes.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 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
  • Elevator
The current price is $133
$168 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19

Room options

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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
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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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

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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

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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)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 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
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

(M) Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen 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

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds OR 8 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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

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

About this property

Stay Central

  • You'll be in a fantastic location at Stay Central, just a 5-minute walk from Royal Mile and National Museum of Scotland. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily. Also, Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just 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

Hotel size

    • 37 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

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

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

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

Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

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

  • Elevator
  • 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 showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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 - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

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 check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing 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.

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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 to 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 onsite 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 check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Stay Central and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Royal Mile (3-min walk) and National Museum of Scotland (5-min walk), along with University of Edinburgh (5-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 3 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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What guests liked

  • The attached restaurant was convenient, good, and had a great selection of food and drinks. (8 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay! Rooms are as advertised with nice comfortable bed and fantastic location
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8/10 Very good

Nice clean room with helpful staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved this hotel. Great location, excellent staff, fun little gems all over the hotel. Loved the larger than average hotel bath towels. Hotel is located next to an outdoor bar but on the 2nd floor we didn't hear much of it and it didn't bother us. Wo8ld 100% stay here again. Now one of my favorite hotels.
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10/10 Exceptional

I loved the central location and how easy it was to check in. Staff were very helpful and friendly!
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6/10 Good

Very good location. Walkable to sightseeing.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff, great location, quiet, but super close to everything.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was really clean and the staff was helpful. Excellent location!! There is a great bar underneath.
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8/10 Very good

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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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.
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

Even though it is located at a pub, my room was quiet on my Monday night stay. The bed was very comfortable, and I slept very well. Shower was nice and big and provided me with a powerful hot shower. Bathroom was probably the highlight of the room. Communication from hotel prior to stay was excellent likewise. I was even given bed set up options. Happy to stay again.
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8/10 Very good

Great spot near the Royal Mile and Castle. Minutes away from everything. Clean and spacious room with all amenities.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very courteous staff, clean room, and fantastic location. I definitely recommend staying here!
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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.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, great staff ,great location.
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8/10 Very good

Great hotel, great location, rooms really worth the price. No parking close to the hotel, this was an issue for me. Noise may be an issue during weekends.
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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!
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was great and the staff very helpful
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room, great staff and quiet room even though very central location.
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8/10 Very good

Room spotless and staff very helpful
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location for the price
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6/10 Good

Handy location. Nice lounge and staff. Our room was hot and not comfortable for sleeping with no ventilation
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice facility at a great location
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location