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About the Hotel

139 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1JS
Very good
7.9
7.9
/10
4.0
/5

Social hotel in Edinburgh's Old Town with on-site bar and live events

Rooms

Stay Central Hotel offers 37 unique room configurations, from dorms to XXL family rooms sleeping up to 6 guests. In-room facilities include Bluetooth speakers, flat-screen TVs, and rainfall showers. Family rooms provide two separate sinks and two TVs for added comfort.

Location

Located on Cowgate in Edinburgh's Old Town, the hotel sits next to the Three Sisters courtyard. Guests walk 2 minutes to the Royal Mile and 10 minutes to Edinburgh Castle. Nearby attractions include Holyroodhouse Palace and Princes Street.

Dining

On-site dining offers a mix of fast food and local cuisine at the bar and coffee house. Breakfast includes hot options delivered to the room on weekdays and self-service on weekends. Guests receive free Prosecco for direct bookings and complimentary snacks and beverages.

Entertainment

The hotel shares a building with Three Sisters bar and live events venue, hosting live music, sports screenings, and DJs. Outdoor courtyard has a plasma screen for live sport events. Evening entertainment includes live performances and a nightclub/DJ until late.

Services

24-hour reception and express check-in/out are available. Pet-friendly stays are allowed with prior arrangement. Luggage storage is offered, and the hotel has lifts to all floors.

Highlights

Location: Cowgate, 2 min from Royal Mile

Rooms: 37 unique rooms from dorms to XXL families

Dining: On-site bar, coffee house, free Prosecco for direct bookings

Entertainment: Three Sisters courtyard with live music and nightclub

Services: 24-hour front desk, pet-friendly, luggage storage

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Stay Central Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
XL Sleeps up to 4
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Small Double Room
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Large Executive Double or Twin Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Medium Double or Twin Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments
Facilities: Great
8.1/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Board games

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Night club
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Stay Central Hotel Location

139 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1JS
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139 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1JS
Nearby
Museum
National Museum of Scotland
1000 ft
High Street 2 Warriston's Close
The Real Mary King's Close
1500 ft
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
1600 ft
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
1800 ft
Nicolson Street
Surgeons' Hall Museums
1500 ft
2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)
Brass Rubbing Centre
1600 ft
Church
Mercat Cross
700 ft
Cemetery
The Robertson Mausoleum
1200 ft
Restaurants
Wings Edinburgh
1200 ft
7 Old Fishmarket Close
Uncle's Fish & Chips
1400 ft
52 George IV Bridge
Yum Yum
1400 ft
48 George IV Bridge Old Town
The Deli Global
1500 ft
13 George IV Bridge
Pizza Paradise
1200 ft
4-6 South Bridge EH1 1LL
Angus Fling
1300 ft
27 George IV Bridge
The Piemaker
1300 ft
38 South Bridge
Bobbys Kebab House
800 ft
21 Candlemaker Row
Getting around
City Centre
Edinburgh4 min  ·  1000 ft
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI)21 min  ·  8.4 mi
Glasgow (GLA)132 min  ·  54.7 mi
Bus
Bus stop3 min  ·  700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP15 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of floors:
5
Number of rooms:
37
Former name
Tailors Hall

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Stay Central Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 1063 verified reviews
7.4/10
Very good
72%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.1/10
Cleanliness
8.3/10
Comfort
8.3/10
Facilities
8.1/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.1/10
Location
9.1/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.0/10
Staff
8.7/10
Value for money
7.9/10
Guest reviews
based on 1755 reviews
7.9/10
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