Stay Central Hotel
Your go-to for lively socialising and prime city access in Edinburgh's buzzing Old Town!
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About
If you're looking for a vibrant stay right in the heart of Edinburgh's historic Old Town, pop over to Stay Central Hotel on Cowgate! This place is perfect for groups, couples, and even families looking for socialising and good times, especially being right next door to the famous Three Sisters courtyard. Expect comfy, modern rooms with rainfall showers and free Wi-Fi, some even boasting SMEG fridges and speakers – ideal for unwinding after exploring. Just a heads-up, it can get pretty lively with the bar downstairs and the adjacent nightclub, so if you're a light sleeper, perhaps pack some earplugs or embrace the buzz! It’s super central, making it a breeze to walk to the Royal Mile, Grassmarket, and Princes Street.
Facilities
Dining
Breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 11 AM, offering options such as Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, and Buffet, and is available at The Three Sisters bar, an on-site bar known for its lively atmosphere, especially at night.
Work & Study Spaces
Guests can expect reliable internet connectivity with free high-speed WiFi available in all rooms.
While Stay Central provides free high-speed WiFi and desks in rooms, its lively atmosphere and proximity to a nightclub mean guests should expect noise, making it more suitable for a high-energy, sociable stay rather than quiet work or study.
Full Description
Stay Central Hotel is located at 139 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JS, UK, in the city centre. It is a 3-star property with a 3.9-star rating based on 693 user reviews and is wheelchair accessible. The hotel has 37 fresh and refurbished rooms set across four floors, ranging in size from Small (sleeps 2) to XX-Large (sleeps 6) and The Dorm (sleeps 8). These rooms are suitable for couples, stags, hens, pals, and group getaways. All rooms include free Wi-Fi, rainfall showers, and flatscreen TVs. Larger rooms may also feature SMEG fridges, chill-out sofas, and speakers. Breakfast is served daily from 8 am to 11 am. The hotel is known for its lively atmosphere, being situated next door to The Three Sisters, Biddy Mulligans, and Cabaret Voltaire, and around The Three Sisters courtyard, which is famous for its non-stop party atmosphere with live entertainment and sporting events on a big screen. Guests should be aware that the downstairs bar atmosphere can be lively at night, and noise from the adjacent nightclub and street crowds may disturb sleep, particularly on weekends and during major events, continuing until early morning (e.g., 3 am). The hotel staff is available 24/7. Amenities include parking, a bar/lounge, nightclub/DJ, taxi service, baggage storage, daily housekeeping, room service, a front-desk safe, snack bar/deli, ATM/banking services, laundry service, self-serve laundry, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance. The hotel offers air conditioning, a desk, wake-up service/alarm clock, and complimentary toiletries in rooms. It is a non-smoking hotel. Children of all ages are welcome, but cribs and extra beds are not available. The minimum age for check-in is 18. Pets are not allowed. The hotel is highly rated for its location (9.2/10), being within a ten-minute walk of The Royal Mile, The Grassmarket, Edinburgh Waverley Train Station, Princes Street, and Edinburgh University Campus. It is also available on the Swurf App for finding workspace and unlocking exclusive venue perks. For reservations of 4 rooms or more or over £2000, a non-refundable deposit of 25% of the total booking value is charged at the time of booking, with the final balance due 28 days prior to arrival.