Playfair House Hotel Edinburgh

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Edinburgh
Apr 28, 2024 - Apr 29, 2024
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Playfair House Hotel Review

Playfair House Hotel Edinburgh is 3-star accommodation set nearly 5 minutes' walk from the restored theatre "Edinburgh Playhouse". Boasting a location within a minutes' drive from Dugald Stewart Monument, this hotel offers 12 rooms together with a lounge bar onsite.

Playfair House offers daily continental breakfast. Guests can try Italian meals at the street food restaurant Taste Of Italy located approximately a 5-minute walk away.

Edinburgh Printmakers is located about 5 minutes' walk from the property, and such natural sites as the royal Holyrood Park is 2.4 km away. Religious sights in the area include the ruined Holyrood Abbey (1.2 km) and The Robertson Mausoleum Parish Church (1.8 km).

This Edinburgh hotel is placed only a short drive from Calton Hill. There is the award winning Surgeons' Hall Museums approximately a 20-minute walk away, while Edinburgh bus station not very far from Playfair House Hotel.

Along with coffee/tea makers, the rooms are furnished with a writing desk.

The accommodation is also near a train station.

Impressions

If you're looking for a hotel with easy access to everything in Edinburgh, look no further than Playfair House. This charming hotel has everything you need for a comfortable stay, with free Wi-Fi in every room so you can stay connected to your friends and family during your trip. The 24-hour reception is always available to provide any assistance you may need, whether it's booking a tour or getting directions around town.

One of the best parts of staying at Playfair House is the fantastic bar and lounge area, complete with a restaurant serving up delicious meals. Whether you're looking for a quick bite to eat or a full sit-down meal, the restaurant is sure to satisfy your taste buds with its unique blend of flavors. Additionally, guests can enjoy the convenience of an electric kettle in every room, perfect for brewing up a hot cup of tea or coffee anytime of the day. With all these amenities and more, Playfair House is sure to provide a comfortable and enjoyable stay for any traveler.

Positives and negatives

  • Quiet small hotel with a particularly good central setting.
  • Located directly in the Leith district and quite close to El Corazon de Midlothian.
  • Room rates include complementary tea and coffee.
  • The restaurant serves Asian dishes.
  • Hot beverages are included in some rates.
  • Rates are great.
  • Some beds may be uncomfortable.
  • A few bathrooms might be quite small.

Facilities

Facilities

  • Television
  • Telephone
  • CD player
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Rooms

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Dining facilities

  • Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Electric kettle

Reviews

  • Cleanliness 7.7/10
  • Comfort 7.7/10
  • Facilities 7.3/10
  • Free WiFi 9.2/10
  • Location 9/10
  • Total 7.6/10
  • Value for money 7.8/10
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Very quick check-in, parking at the front of the hotel.
We really enjoyed the hotel and Edinburgh, had 3 quiet days there. Accommodating room with breakfast, good staff — everything was excellent.
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Location

Landmarks nearby

  • Edinburgh Castle 1.46 km (4790 ft)
  • Royal Yacht Britannia 2.45 km (1.52 mi.)
  • Nelson Monument 890 m (2920 ft)
  • Camera Obscura and World of Illusions 1.46 km (4790 ft)
  • National Museum of Scotland 1.04 km (3412 ft)
  • Scottish National Gallery 1.46 km (4790 ft)
  • St Giles' Cathedral 1.04 km (3412 ft)
  • Scott Monument 1.04 km (3412 ft)
  • Edinburgh Old Town 1.04 km (3412 ft)
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse 1.13 km (3707 ft)
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Summary

✔️ Rating 7.6 / 10
🏷️ Min Price $96
🔑 Rooms 12
Reviews 301
📍 Landmarks nearby Edinburgh Castle , Royal Yacht Britannia , Nelson Monument
🏆 Rankings #5 in Edinburgh hotels near Arthur's Seat hike #9 in Edinburgh Cheap Hotels

Playfair House Hotel FAQ

Which popular attractions are located near the Playfair House Hotel?
Highly rated landmark The Real Mary King's Close set 1.4 km from the Playfair House Hotel, as well as Arthur's Seat hike placed 10 minutes away by car are well worth visiting.
Which landmarks are close to Playfair House Hotel?
Playfair House Hotel enjoys a central location 650 metres from the commemorative tower "Nelson Monument" and 650 meters from the restored theatre "Edinburgh Playhouse".
What are the best dining options during the stay at the hotel?
The hotel doesn't have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine just outside the property in a highly rated pizzeria Mamma Roma Restaurant—9/10 according to reviews—which offers dishes of Southern-Italian cuisine.