The Inn Place is tucked onto Cockburn Street, the curving Victorian terrace that drops from the Royal Mile down towards Waverley. That puts the Castle, Princes Street and the train station all within about ten minutes on foot.
Rooms are straightforward rather than lavish: flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, a desk and an en-suite with complimentary toiletries. Some look out over the city or onto historic Cockburn Street itself.
Location & Transport
Cockburn Street is one of the most central addresses you can book at this price. You are on the doorstep of the Royal Mile, roughly ten minutes from Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street, and a couple of minutes downhill to Waverley Station for trains and the airport tram link. The surrounding lanes are packed with cafes, record shops, bars and restaurants, so you rarely need to walk far for food or a drink.
Rooms & Price
Expect compact, functional rooms with a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, desk space and a private bathroom. City-view and Cockburn Street-facing rooms are worth requesting when you book. Breakfast is served for an extra charge and gets consistently good feedback, though the independent coffee shop The Milkman, a few doors down, is a popular cheaper alternative for a morning caffeine hit.
Who It Suits
Best for first-time visitors who want to be in the middle of the Old Town without paying Old Town luxury prices. Light sleepers should note that central Cockburn Street can be lively at night, so ask for a quieter room away from the street if that matters to you.
Practical Tips
- Request a city-view or upper-floor room to cut street noise from Cockburn Street.
- Skip the paid breakfast some mornings and try The Milkman coffee shop nearby.
- Waverley Station and the airport tram are a short walk downhill.
- There is no on-site parking; use a nearby city car park.
- Book early for August: the Fringe pushes Old Town rates up sharply.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Inn Place good for first-time visitors to Edinburgh?
Yes. Its Cockburn Street location puts you within a ten-minute walk of the Castle, the Royal Mile, Princes Street and Waverley Station, which is ideal if it is your first trip and you want to explore on foot.
Does The Inn Place have parking?
There is no on-site car park. The hotel is in a pedestrian-heavy part of the Old Town, so most guests use a nearby public car park or arrive by train, as Waverley is only a short walk away.
