Hotel operator opens new events space in the Old Town
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CODE Concepts, the Edinburgh-based boutique hotel and capsule-hostel operator, has officially opened The Pend, a new social, events, community and coworking space located in Old Fishmarket Close.
The Pend is the newest addition to the CODE Concepts portfolio, joining CODE The Court, CODE The Loft, John’s Coffee House and The Lost Close. The portfolio will expand further with The Bindery, a design-led boutique hotel set to open in the New Town in early 2027.
Andy Landsburgh, CODE Concepts chief executive, said:
“The Pend is a project built through listening, partnership and shared ideas. It brings together everything we’ve been working towards at CODE – creating spaces that go beyond accommodation to genuinely connect people. From the beginning, this has been shaped by our guests and by Edinburgh’s creative community, and seeing those groups come together on opening night was incredibly special.”
The concept was informed by both guest research and direct engagement with the local community. This has already led to a planned, diverse programme of activity, including watercolour workshops, floristry classes, as well as theatre, talks and creative meet-ups. The Pend will also serve as a venue during the Fringe, further embedding it within the city’s cultural calendar.
A pend refers to a passageway leading somewhere beyond; true to its name, the space acts as both a literal and symbolic gateway, connecting CODE’s international guest community with Edinburgh’s local creative scene. The exposed stonework of the original pend that inspired the name remains a defining feature of the space.
Respecting and reinterpreting the history of each location is a key part of CODE Concepts’ approach. John’s Coffee House, which opened in 2025, was inspired by 18th-century coffee houses central to Edinburgh’s Enlightenment period. A rare 19th-century Crossley engine discovered during renovations at CODE The Court, was carefully preserved and relocated to The Lost Close.
The Pend has been configured to balance social interaction, creative activity and focused work. A multipurpose cinema room allows for screenings, performances and workshops. A relaxed coworking and social area provides a comfortable setting for both productivity and conversation, complemented by simple, accessible amenities. This includes a bookable studio equipped with a 55-inch screen, suitable for meetings and private events.
