Stay Central Hotel
139 Cowgate, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 1JS, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map – Railway access
Stay Central Hotel is just a 3-minute walk from the historic Royal Mile. Located in the Cowgate, this lively budget hotel is in Edinburgh's Old Town, within half a mile of Princes Street. It surrounds the Three Sisters bar, a pub and nightclub that hosts entertainment and lively events nightly. Dating back to 1621, the Stay Central Hotel retains many original features. Its en-suite rooms each have a flat-screen TV and on-demand movies, an iPod docking station, tea and coffee-making facilities and a bathroom with a rainfall-style shower. Guests can relax outside the hotel, where there is an outdoor plasma screen and seating areas that are part of The Three Sisters cobbled courtyard, which attracts a diverse mix of locals and tourists. Within a mile’s walking distance from the hotel are Holyroodhouse Palace, Festival Theatre and the National Museum. Princes Street Gardens and Edinburgh Castle can be reached in 10 minutes on foot.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Bar
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Availability
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Property practices
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See what guests loved the most:
- LesleyUnited Kingdom“the location was ideal for our needs, the staff all friendly, room very comfortable and affordable for Edinburgh”
- IngridNew Zealand“These are great rooms. Excellent location and staff where helpful and friendly.”
- StephenIreland“The location was perfect for our group as it was in the centre of all of the areas that we wanted to visit, Our room " The Dorm" was really spacious and comfortable, with great facilities”
Hotel surroundings
Facilities of Stay Central HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.4
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Bar
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Live music/performance
- Evening entertainmentAdditional charge
- Nightclub/DJAdditional charge
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
- Coffee house on site
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Invoice provided
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash is not accepted Stay Central Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
The cancellation policy shown on this page is based on an arrival time of 14:00 (GMT).
Payment is required at the time of check-in.
Please note breakfast is served in The Three Sisters bar, which is adjoined to the hotel.
When booking 4 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
This property is located in a busy area and guests may experience noise.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
FAQs about Stay Central Hotel
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Guests staying at Stay Central Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.4).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
- Buffet
- À la carte
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The prices at Stay Central Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Check-in at Stay Central Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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Stay Central Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Evening entertainment
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Live music/performance
- Nightclub/DJ
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Stay Central Hotel is 200 yards from the centre of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at Stay Central Hotel include:
- Family
- Quadruple
- Twin/Double
- Double