City Centre.
Historic Charm.

A historical central base from which to discover Edinburgh's character, cultural attractions and the local places that give New Town its well-known charm.

— 8 & 12 York Place, Edinburgh

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Following a full refurbishment in 2025, New Town Hotel brings renewed life to a well known Edinburgh townhouse on York Place. Original character and modern amenities have been brought together to show the heritage of the building while providing a comfortable and contemporary stay.

  • The entrance of the New Town Hotel features steps leading to a glass door, a red carpet with the hotel logo, flower arrangements, and a sign above the door. The building has a stone facade with large windows, and a flag hangs above the entrance.
  • Entryway with white double doors with glass panes, marble tile floor, and a dark green welcome mat that says "Home Sweet Home."
  • Open black door with gold mail slot, view of city street and historic buildings outside.
  • A bronze radiator against a textured wall in a room with a patterned carpet and a framed landscape painting of trees and a dog.
  • Close-up of a black wrought iron fence with a historic building and a porch in the background, featuring a semi-circular window and hanging flower baskets.
  • Close-up of a window with sunlight casting shadows on a paneled door next to it, a plant with green and yellow leaves is visible in the lower left corner.
  • Close-up of a white, decorative mantel with carved floral details and vertical fluted accents.
  • Interior view of a staircase with black ornate iron railings, white steps with a patterned carpet runner, and a wall with gold accents and a scenic wallpaper depicting trees, deer, and distant buildings in a pastoral landscape.
A modern hotel room with a bed that has white sheets, white pillows, and a brown accent pillow. The headboard is tall and upholstered in dark gray fabric. A black and gold table lamp is on a dark wooden nightstand to the left of the bed.

Every Room is Unique

New Town Hotel offers a range of Single, Double, Twin, Triple and Quadruple Rooms, suited to both short visits and longer stays. Presented with comfort in mind, each room will provide you a welcoming setting for the duration of the stay.

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— Edinburgh on your doorstep

Food & Drink at Newtown

Start your day with breakfast in our historic townhouse, then after exploring Edinburgh, unwind in the bar and enjoy our carefully selected range of wines, beers and premium spirits.

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Discover the City

  • A neatly made bed with white sheets and four white pillows in a hotel room, viewed through a partially open door.

    Outdoor Spaces

    Walks and gardens

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  • A neatly made bed with white pillows and bedsheets in a hotel room, viewed through a slightly opened door or partition.

    Shopping

    Designer destinations to hidden gems

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  • A neatly made bed with white pillows and white bedding, viewed through a bedroom doorway.

    Bars & Restaurants

    Casual lunches to vibrant nightlife

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  • View of a neatly made bed with white pillows and sheets, framed by a room divider or door, with a dark wooden headboard and wall, and a wall-mounted lamp on the left side.

    Attractions & Culture

    Hidden history and must do experiences

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Aerial view of Edinburgh, Scotland, showing the Scott Monument surrounded by green parkland, streets, and city buildings, with hills in the background.

Your City Escape Awaits

A neatly made bed with white linens and three hooked pillows with brown pillowcases. On the bed, there are two shopping bags: a small white bag labeled 'H beauty' and a larger orange Louis Vuitton shopping bag. A black bedside lamp with a gold base is on a nightstand beside the bed. The background features a dark, textured wall and black vertical panels.
A neatly made bed with white linens and three hooked pillows with brown pillowcases. On the bed, there are two shopping bags: a small white bag labeled 'H beauty' and a larger orange Louis Vuitton shopping bag. A black bedside lamp with a gold base is on a nightstand beside the bed. The background features a dark, textured wall and black vertical panels.

New Town Hotel provides a comfortable base within easy reach of the city’s historic streets, cultural attractions and neighbourhood favourites, making it well suited to both short visits and longer stays.

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