Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh Haymarket Hotel Torphichen Street Edinburgh

Right, let’s have a proper natter about the Hub by Premier Inn Edinburgh Haymarket on Torphichen Street. You know how usually, when you book a hotel, you’re basically signing up for a little lottery? You might get a palace, or you might get a shoebox with a kettle. This place, though? It’s like the shoebox that won the design award.

First impressions? It’s tiny. And I mean that in the most affectionate way possible. The lobby is a vibe—all moody lights and check-in kiosks that make you feel like you’re boarding a spaceship. But a friendly spaceship. One that serves coffee.

Now, the rooms. Oh, the rooms. They’re what the brand calls “compact.” Your gran would call them “cosy.” I call them genius. You walk in, and your first thought is, “Where’s the rest of it?” Then you realise the bed folds up, the desk slides out, and the bathroom is basically a wet room from a fancy yacht.

Let’s talk about the bed. It’s a Hypnos mattress, which is hotel-speak for “we spent all our money here.” You’ll sink into it and forget you’re in a box. Seriously, I’ve slept in bigger beds, but never better ones. The pillows are like hugging a cloud that’s been lightly starched.

Location, location, location. Torphichen Street is a funny little number. It’s not the tourist-trap Royal Mile, thank goodness. You’re a three-minute stagger from Haymarket Station. That’s huge if you’re arriving by train or need to hop to Glasgow. The airport tram? That’s basically outside your window. You can almost high-five it.

But here’s the kicker: you’re also a stone’s throw from the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) and the lovely, leafy streets of the West End. In five minutes, you’re at a fancy cocktail bar. In ten, you’re in a greasy spoon. It’s perfectly balanced, like a well-rolled cigarette.

You might be thinking, “But is it small small?” Yes. It’s small. The bathroom door touches the loo when it opens. You and your suitcase have to negotiate a rotating schedule. But that’s the point. Hub hotels are designed for sleeping, showering, and charging your phone. You’re in Edinburgh, for goodness sake! Go outside!

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Let’s talk tech. There’s a giant “mood pad” by the bed that controls the lights, the curtains, and probably the toaster if you asked nicely. It’s fun at first. Then you accidentally turn the lights off while trying to find the TV remote. It’s a learning curve, but a hilarious one.

And the TV? It’s massive for the space. You can cast your Netflix from your phone, which is the closest thing to 2024 hotel magic. I watched a three-hour documentary about bees in there. The sound was so crisp, I felt like the bees were in the room with me. (Slightly alarming, but excellent audio.)

Breakfast is a “hybrid” thing. You can grab a boxed breakfast or head to the lobby bakery. I grabbed a box. It had a banana, a granola pot, and a juice. Was it a three-course meal? No. Was it enough to fuel a walk up Arthur’s Seat? Barely. But you can always grab a bacon roll at the station next door.

The staff are a delight. They’re not stuffy. They’re the kind of people who will explain how to work the shower without making you feel like a technophobe. One guy actually laughed when I walked into a glass door. Nice. Human. That’s rare in a budget hotel chain, right?

Is it perfect? God, no. If you’re a claustrophobic sumo wrestler, this isn’t for you. If you need a bathtub and a chaise lounge, you’ll scream. But if you want a smart, clean, and dead-central base for exploring Edinburgh? This is your secret weapon.

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Plus, the price is a joke—in a good way. You’re paying less than a posh B&B, but you get a bed that costs more than a used car. It’s basically financial wizardry. I half-expected a wizard to appear from the TV and explain the math.

One piece of advice: don’t bring a giant suitcase. Pack light. Use a backpack and a dream. The room hasn’t got space for your entire wardrobe, but honestly, do you need five pairs of shoes in the rain capital of the world? No. You need a waterproof jacket and a sense of adventure.

Haymarket area itself is a bit of a secret. It’s got the Hoot the Redeemer cocktail den (hidden behind a fake photo booth) and a brilliant fish and chips shop called L’Alba d’Oro. You’re also ten minutes from Princes Street, but it feels like a village. It’s weird. I love it.

So, would I stay here again? Yes. Tomorrow. Today. Maybe even last week if I had a time machine. It’s not a destination hotel. It’s a launchpad. A very, very comfortable launchpad with mood lighting and a cloud-like bed. And honestly? That’s exactly what you need when you’re trying to see a castle, a volcano, and a haunted underground city before lunch.

Final verdict? Hub by Premier Inn Edinburgh Haymarket is the plucky underdog of hotels. It’s small, but scrappy. It’s cheap, but fancy. It’s like the cool friend who lives in a micro-apartment and still throws the best parties. Book it. Just say goodbye to the walk-in wardrobe. You won’t miss it.