Stay Central

This hotel is perfect for the right people (which is why I gave it 5 stars).
This is not a quiet little day spa. You don’t come here for a «peaceful get away.»
This is for someone who wants to be in the bustling heart of the city and experience the culture, art, and nightlife of Edinburgh. The hotel cradles an outdoor drinking court. We were there during the Fringe so that may explain the shout-​singing till 4:00AM and the jumbotron facing our room. But just be aware that your room MAY face a drinking area.
All of that said, the rooms were a great size, beautiful and I could not say enough about the staff/​managers. So great.

This review is really 4.5 stars but I’m going to round up. This is probably one of the quirkiest hotels I have ever stayed in and I loved it. This is in a great location in Edinburgh, close to everything Old Town. The staff is friendly and helpful. The rooms are clean and well stocked with lush amenities. We didn’t take advantage of their running club or parkour workout but I imagine that’s fun too (though I can’t imagine running in Edinburgh with all its hills, my calves ache just thinking about it). Overall, me and the S.O. loved this place. Two things though: 1) The entrance to the hotel is in the courtyard of a pub (The Three Sisters) and that was a bit confusing… mainly because we arrived during the Wimbledon finals and the courtyard was packed and I felt really silly lugging bags through what is essentially a crowded bar. The noise at night isn’t nearly as bad as you think it’s going to be being so close to a busy pub. 2) The shower floors are slippery. I slipped once or twice and the glass divider is flimsy. I pictured myself careening through it and slicing myself to shreds every time I showered (Mind you, I have an active imagination) but I saw where it had been ripped out of the ceiling before so I think its happened in the past. Maybe some texture to the shower floor would be nice (and safe). All in all, those two things only get a half star knocked off… can’t recommend enough.

This is a really nice place to stay in Edinburgh. The location is amazing and the facilities are quite good. It’s ideal if you are want to stay somewhere comfortable that is close to everything.

We stayed at the hotel for one night
If you want to go sightseeing by foot or go out in the evening. Stay Central is a perfect place to stay. A perfect location and very modern. A very good price/​value
The pub attached gets pretty crowded weekend nights which makes for a fun time.

i can’t believe there are no reviews!
stay central holds true to its name. 10 min walk to pretty much everything you need to see (except for new town). a perfect location and very modern. has a very friendly staff and atmosphere.
the running club they do on wednesday was great (although it was myself and the trainer). very pretty run around St. Arthurs seat.
the pub attached gets pretty crowded weekend nights which makes for a fun time.