New Town Hotel - Edinburgh

$$$$||View on mapEdinburgh, United Kingdom8 York Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3EP|
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New Town Hotel - Edinburgh
8 York Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3EP·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.6Great
Location9.4
Cleanliness9.2
Staff9.2
Comfort9.1
Facilities8.7
Who stays here
Couples37%
Solo26%
Groups22%
Families14%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.6Great
Location9.4
Cleanliness9.2
Staff9.2
Comfort9.1
Facilities8.7
Who stays here
Couples37%
Solo26%
Groups22%
Families14%

3-star Georgian hotel in Edinburgh's New Town, steps from Princes Street shopping

Location

New Town Hotel sits in Edinburgh's New Town, a 5-minute walk from Waverley Rail Station and 15 minutes from Edinburgh Castle. Princes Street and George Street shopping are just a few minutes away. The hotel also offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests arriving early or departing late.

Rooms

Each room at New Town Hotel Edinburgh comes with a Flatscreen Smart TV and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. The hotel was fully refurbished in 2025, and rooms include tea and coffee making facilities. Some rooms offer spacious layouts with separate seating areas and views from the back of the hotel.

Dining

New Town Hotel offers a continental breakfast with room options, and a cooked-to-order breakfast including the Full Scottish Breakfast with haggis and black pudding. The breakfast room serves cereal, juices, fresh pastries, and hot dishes made fresh each morning. Tea and coffee are provided, with gluten-free alternatives available upon request.

Services

The 24-hour front desk team at New Town Hotel Edinburgh provides local dining recommendations and personalized guest assistance. Luggage storage is available for guests before check-in or after check-out. Staff also offer help with carrying luggage to rooms, given the hotel has no lift.

Building & Accessibility

This historic Georgian building offers distinctive architecture with unique room features such as deep-set sash windows and high ceilings. The hotel has no lift on premises, but staff assist with luggage and can arrange ground-floor rooms when available. Guests in the second building can access rooms via secure key cards and enjoy quieter inner rooms.

  • Location: 5-minute walk from Waverley Rail Station and 15 minutes from Edinburgh Castle
  • Rooms: Fully refurbished in 2025 with Flatscreen Smart TVs and complimentary toiletries
  • Dining: Cooked-to-order Full Scottish Breakfast available daily
  • Services: 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and local dining recommendations
  • Accessibility: No lift on premises; staff assist with luggage to rooms
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP 16.95 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of floors:6
Number of rooms:14
Former name
ballantrae hotel
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Rooms and availability

Single Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Superior King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

TV

Flat-screen TV

Facilities for kids

Cots

No pets allowed

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about New Town Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 116 £
📏 Distance to centre 800 m
✈️ Distance to airport 13.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport Edinburgh, EDI

Location

8 York Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3EP
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8 York Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3EP
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8 York Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3EP
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Reviews of New Town Hotel

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FAQ about New Town Hotel

Which popular attractions are located near the Ballantrae Hotel hotel?
Staying at the Ballantrae Hotel hotel, guests can visit Royal Yacht Britannia (2.6 km from the property), the official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse" (just 1.7 km from it) and St Andrew Square (450 meters away), among others.
Which landmarks are closest to Ballantrae Hotel hotel?
Guests of Ballantrae Hotel hotel can visit Real Foods (just a short stroll from the accommodation), or the 200-foot spire "Scott Monument" placed 8 minutes' walk away.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-bar The OX offering British cuisine.
What is check-in and check-out time at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
What kinds of rooms does Ballantrae Hotel offer?
Ballantrae Hotel offers such room types as Family Room, Triple Room, and Twin Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 3-star Ballantrae Hotel hotel?
Every room at the 3-star Ballantrae Hotel hotel includes a TV for guests' entertainment.
Is there free internet in the 3-star Ballantrae Hotel?
Yes, at the 3-star Ballantrae Hotel Wi-Fi is provided for free.
What is the cancellation fee in the hotel?
At the hotel, free cancellation is provided.
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