About Playfair House Hotel, Edinburgh
Rooms
Hotel Amenities & Facilities
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Hairdryer
- 24-hour front desk
- Storage available
Services and conveniences
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
Bathroom
- Hairdryer
General
- Storage available
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
Reviews
Pros +
- Persian restaurant downstairs (in 1 review)
- Superb value and great staff. (in 18 reviews)
- Very close to city centre. (in 2 reviews)
Cons -
- The bathroom had paint peeling and black mould in the corners. (in 2 reviews)
- The shower didnt work (in 11 reviews)
- No dislikes for the price we paid. (in 2 reviews)
Playfair House Hotel room booking info
Check in/Check out
Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00
Cancellation/pre-payment
Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.
Frequently asked questions
How does Playfair House Hotel compare to other 3-star hotels in Edinburgh?
In Edinburgh, 3-star hotels have average nightly rates of $409. Playfair House Hotel is $65 cheaper than the city average at just $344/night.
How far is Playfair House Hotel from Edinburgh Turnhouse?
If there is no traffic, the 11.9 km drive between Edinburgh Turnhouse and Playfair House Hotel should only take about 22min. If your hotel is in a more metropolitan area, you may see the driving time increase due to traffic.
What is the best way to get to Playfair House Hotel from Edinburgh Turnhouse?
Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to Playfair House Hotel. The nearest airport to the hotel is Edinburgh Turnhouse.
Are there food options at Playfair House Hotel?
Guests staying at Playfair House Hotel are welcomed by hotel staff to order room service directly from the kitchen to their room.
Does Playfair House Hotel have a pool?
Judging by our data, Playfair House Hotel does not have a pool on site, but hotels regularly make additions and changes to their venues and do not always notify us. It would be best to call Playfair House Hotel at +44 131 623 3297.
How close is Playfair House Hotel to Edinburgh city centre?
1.1 km separate the front steps of Playfair House Hotel and the city centre of Edinburgh, where you can keep busy with restaurants, shopping and of course Grassmarket, a very popular landmark in Edinburgh.
What is the phone number for Playfair House Hotel?
You can reach the main line at +44 131 623 3297.
Does Playfair House Hotel have Wi-Fi available?
Yes, Playfair House Hotel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.
What time is check-out for Playfair House Hotel?
Standard check-out time at Playfair House Hotel is 11:00. Guests can check in after 14:00.
What is the distance from Playfair House Hotel, Edinburgh to Greyfriar's Bobby?
Greyfriar's Bobby is within walking distance (1.4 km) from Playfair House Hotel, Edinburgh.
Is Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Edinburgh close to Playfair House Hotel?
Yes, it is just a short 0.3 km walk between Playfair House Hotel, Edinburgh and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.
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The number of operators available for hotels in Edinburgh is 5,092 as of July 2025.
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Playfair House Hotel location: 20 Leopold Place, Edinburgh, EH7 5LB