Smith Place Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel convenient to Royal Mile

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Daily English breakfast (GBP 15 per person)
Lobby lounge
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, free toiletries, towels, soap
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free toiletries

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Double Room (3)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room (2)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room (4)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room (6)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

Family Room (7)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Double Room (1)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 11.76 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room (9)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Accessible (8)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room (5)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
3-5 Smith Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 8NT

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Princes Street - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Royal Mile - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 7 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 33 min drive
  • Brunstane Station - 10 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 26 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 27 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • Foot of The Walk Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • The Shore Tram Stop - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Artisan Roast - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Persevere Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Harp & Castle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪275 Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Leith Depot - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Smith Place Hotel

When you stay at Smith Place Hotel, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street. Also, Edinburgh Castle and George Street are within a short drive. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Balfour Street Tram Stop is 5 minutes and Foot of The Walk Tram Stop is 6 minutes.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Off-site parking nearby (GBP 32 per day)
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–1:00 PM
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Services

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Not just Coffee – On-site coffee shop.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 32 per day

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Smith Place Hotel Hotel
Smith Place Hotel Edinburgh
Smith Place Hotel Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does Smith Place Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Smith Place Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Smith Place Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Smith Place Hotel?
No, unfortunately. However, there's street parking available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Smith Place Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Smith Place Hotel and nearby?
Smith Place Hotel has a garden.
What's the area around Smith Place Hotel like?
Smith Place Hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Balfour Street Tram Stop and 18 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

Smith Place Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Blaine, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Smith Place Hotel is no frills but was comfortable and the room was a good size. The only issue we had was that the wifi was very intermittent.
2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sebastian, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Poor nights sleep
The room was very small, smallest I’ve stayed in at a hotel. We did not sleep well due to a light flashing from the smoke alarm flashing non stop every minute. We reported this only to be told they knew it was faulty before letting the room to us and told there was nothing they could do. It is hard to understand how the staff thought this was ok, or why they did not have a maintenance team who could fix the problem in a timely way. Having a bad nights sleep is unacceptable. The room was clean enough, the shower was good. The windows where very dirty and there was scaffolding outside the window. I would not stay here again and would not recommend.
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Fair accommodation, good location but stuffy rooms
Location for the hotel was excellent, a quick tram ride into town or a 30min walk. There were also plenty of cafes, bars and shops nearby. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom clean with a very good shower. However, the tiny sink made it difficult and the general cramped nature of the room also was tricky. The main downside for us however was the uncomfortably warm temperature. We turned our radiator down to zero but still the room was stiflingly hot at all times, and the window would not stay open, so we had to wedge something there to get a breeze in. The room was also not at all private, with the window looking out immediately to the gate for guests to enter and exit. Some blinds/frosted glass/net curtains would have allowed more privacy. There were also lots of marks on floor, walls and furniture giving a very tired look. It was fine for a short stay and we didn't spend much time in the accommodation so didn't bother us too much, but the heat did prevent us from having good quality sleep. There is also no one in reception except for hours when as a guest, you are typically out exploring (12-8). A tip for other guests regarding parking - there is pay and display parking in nearby streets (free on Sundays) but you can drop bags by the hotel as the street is quite quiet, and then go to park in the free street parking around the Easter Road Football Grounds (around 15mins walk away) as long as you're comfortable leaving your car on the street (we had no issues).
Emma, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This location and hotel were perfect for my short stay as a solo traveler. The bathroom was clean, the staff was the absolute best, they had delicious cookies in the room and candy at reception. The women at the reception were knowledgeable, sweet, caring and helpful. I would definitely come back here if I'm in Edinburgh. The location is walkable; you can walk to the closest tram/bus stations and have tons of shopping and dining options you could walk to and make the most out of your time in Edinburgh.
2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

No WiFi on the first day. The room was tiny and the bed was less comfortable than a couch. The staff was nice although not always available and they sometimes chatted loudly in the hallways. The walls are thin and you can hear everyone’s footsteps. Considering the price, I would stay elsewhere.
Clarence, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Shower was the highlight, great pressure and heat, room was nice and clean, solid overall place to stay at a reasonable price
Jonathan, 2-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

We stayed in an accessible room as it was the only room available for our dates. The bed was positioned against the wall so making it difficult and inconvenient for the second person. The bathroom was very smelly, constant damp as the extractor fan didn't work and you couldn't open the window that was covered in black mould. Not a good situation for anyone, especially medically vulnerable. The hotel is in a pretty good position for accessing the city if you're happy to walk (we did 11 miles) and there are loads of cafés eateries on Leith Walk.
Martin, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good price, well located but very small Not easy to park around
Louis-Paul, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Shamira, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

It was very clean. Staff were very accommodating. Easy access to city
Margaret, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Parking has been nightmare, i guess i didn't see any reviews on it. Had to park in a multistorey and get a cab over. Not great having a open floir shower. Overall, paid four star prices for a 2 hotel.
Ms Kuldip, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

I liked the access code system for getting into your room, very good for flexibility. Nice room and very clean. However, I found the staff difficult to contact & the mattress was like a hammock, needs replacing.
2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Stayed overnight for an embassy appointment, very accessible to transport, coffee shops and stores nearby. Staff friendly and very accommodating. Toilet and shower room modern, clean and tidy.
Rovie, 1-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

3-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Jasbinder, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Not far from station
Manju, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Jason, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Our stay for a night was ok but it's not the worth of money you spend for a night. We could have got more in this budget. Like free parking and breakfast.
qauser, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay
Hotel was great. Very clean and great value for price paid. Room large and beds comfortable. Location easy to get to by tram.
Gareth, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lars, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Good location. Systems and staff were excellent. Room fine but bed too small and very uncomfortable.
S M, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

It was ok. Beds are not good. Floors are creeky. Not soundproof rooms. Great location n ambience. Check-in was quick.
KIRAN, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean
Staff is very friendly
Navjeevan Kumar, 1-night trip with friends
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