New Town Hotel

4 stars
8-12 York Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3EP, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
+44 131 478 4748
8.6
Very good
based on 2145 reviews
2,145 reviews
Sun 14/6
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Mon 15/6
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Ballantrae Hotel is situated amongst Edinburgh's well-known attractions and landmarks, just a brief walk from Edinburgh Bus Station. It also features an airport shuttle, a car rental desk and a 24-hour reception.

The hotel has 31 rooms and has been recently refurbished. Luggage storage, a ticket service and a tour desk are also available.

All of the cosy rooms at Ballantrae Hotel are equipped with a hair dryer, tea and coffee making facilities and heating. All private bathrooms have a bathtub.

After settling in to their room, guests can explore the local area with use of Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station, which is a short stroll from the hotel. Edinburgh Castle, St Giles Cathedral and Royal Mile are a short stroll away.

8.6
Very good rating
Based on 2,145 verified guest reviews

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Mon 15/6
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Double room, 1 twin bed
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Amenities at New Town Hotel

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Airport shuttle
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Heating
  • Internet
  • Free toiletries

Dining

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Coffee machine
  • Tea/coffee maker

Media and entertainment

  • TV
  • Flat-screen TV

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of New Town Hotel

8.6
Very good
2145 verified ratings
Wonderful
639
Very good
397
Good
481
Okay
200
Fair
238
Mediocre
100
Poor
90

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the hotel's excellent location, friendly and helpful service, and cleanliness. The rooms were often described as spacious and comfortable, with good bed comfort noted in several reviews. Some guests enjoyed the bathroom facilities and the overall atmosphere. However, there were consistent complaints about parking difficulties, lack of elevator access, and noise issues. Breakfast quality and variety received mixed feedback. Overall, the positives of location, service, and room comfort stood out despite some drawbacks.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness8 out of 10
Room Size7.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort7 out of 10
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9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, Sept 2017
Pros (+) If you plan on walking or using the bus system to explore Edinburgh like I did, I highly recommend this hotel. Loved the location–less than ten minutes walking distance of Prince and Leith Streets, wh...
Cons (-) Not recommended if you have difficulty walking or if you're traveling in a car. There is no lift in the building, and guests are expected to find their own parking.
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Location

8-12 York Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3EP

What's nearby

  • St. Andrew Square171 yd
  • Edinburgh City Centre186 yd
  • Princes Street0.3 mi
  • Princes Street Gardens0.4 mi
  • Calton Hill0.4 mi
  • St Giles' Cathedral0.4 mi
  • The Royal Mile0.5 mi
  • Edinburgh Castle0.6 mi
  • Grassmarket0.6 mi
  • National Museum of Scotland0.6 mi
  • Scottish Parliament Building0.7 mi
  • Holyrood Palace0.8 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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Most expensive month to stay with an average 66% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at New Town Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at New Town Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at New Town Hotel, plan to stay on a Sunday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at New Town Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £197, while the most expensive was £197.
  • How long should you stay at New Town Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at New Town Hotel

  • Where is New Town Hotel located?

    New Town Hotel is located at 8-12 York Place in New Town, 0.3 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. St. Andrew Square is the closest landmark to New Town Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at New Town Hotel?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at New Town Hotel.

  • Does New Town Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, New Town Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is New Town Hotel from the airport?

    New Town Hotel is 7 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. New Town Hotel is 34.9 miles from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great New Town Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at New Town Hotel in Edinburgh and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at New Town Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for New Town Hotel.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.5
0.3 mi
Edinburgh Turnhouse
7.0 mi

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