W Edinburgh Hotel

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W Edinburgh Hotel
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Overview

Offering access to the spirelike Victorian memorial "Scott Monument", which is merely 500 metres away, the 5-star W Edinburgh Hotel features a fitness centre and a sun deck. Located approximately 10 minutes' walk from a historical site like Edinburgh Castle, this Edinburgh hotel includes a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna on site.

Location

The property lies right in the centre of Edinburgh, within close distance of National Museum of Scotland. Palace of Holyroodhouse is a mere 1.1 km from the W Edinburgh, while Dundee airport is 100 km from it. There is Holyrood Abbey only 1.4 km away, and Edinburgh bus station just a minute's drive from the accommodation.

Rooms

You can choose from one of the 234 air-conditioned rooms with Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and self-catering amenities like an electric kettle. Guests can also use a separate toilet, along with such amenities as a hairdryer and shower caps.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is provided in the restaurant. Devil's Advocate offers Scottish dishes and is situated approximately 5 minutes' walk from the hotel.

Leisure & Business

The property's body wraps, body scrub, and pedicure will ensure a nice stay. The W also gives guests access to fitness classes at a fitness studio located on site. A wellness centre and a spa lounge is sure to make for an excellent stay.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible on site at GBP 25 per day.
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP30 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, Arabic, Bulgarian, Hindi, Breton, Slovenian, Thai
Building
Number of rooms:268
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Rooms and availability

King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
King Studio
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Elegant King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

GBP 25 per day

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Spa and relaxation

Spa & wellness centre

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Spa & wellness centre

Room view

  • City view
  • Castle View

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about W Edinburgh Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 695 NZ$
📏 Distance to centre 600 m
🗺️ Location rating 9.2
✈️ Distance to airport 14.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Edinburgh, EDI

Location

Address
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1 St James Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3AX
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1 St James Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3AX
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Museum
National Museum of Scotland
590 m
Royal Mile
Royal Mile
290 m
High Street 2 Warriston's Close
The Real Mary King's Close
60 m
Museum
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
390 m
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
130 m
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
190 m
Monument
Scott Monument
470 m
Museum
The Writers' Museum
290 m
Museum
Gladstone's Land
270 m
Museum
Museum of Childhood
310 m
2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)
Brass Rubbing Centre
120 m
Museum
John Knox House
340 m
53 Princes Street
Princes Street
530 m
Gallery
City Art Centre
270 m
354 Castlehill
The Scotch Whisky Experience
430 m
Restaurant
The Cafe Royal
410 m
Restaurant
Harvey Nichols Forth Floor Restaurant
190 m
Restaurant
The Voodoo Rooms
400 m
Restaurant
Cafe Royal Oyster Bar
400 m
Restaurant
The Guildford Arms
410 m
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Tattu Edinburgh
380 m
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Dishoom Edinburgh
370 m
Restaurant
Hawksmoor Edinburgh
350 m
Restaurant
The Place to Eat
150 m
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Mezcal Mole
150 m
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Holy Cow
110 m
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280 m

Reviews of W Edinburgh Hotel

8.8 /10
Great
1521 reviews
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Modern hotel with fine rooftop views, luxurious spa services, and excellent central location near shopping.

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Guests rate the Location 9/10

Categories:

Rooms and cleanliness6
Here's what guests said:
“Rooms feature modern design, luxurious beds, but small layouts and limited soundproofing drawbacks acknowledged.”
Location9
Here's what guests said:
“Central location near Scott Monument and shopping mall, ideal for city exploration and accessibility.”
Dining7
Here's what guests said:
“High-end breakfast quality and unique cocktails at Joao's Place offer diverse dining experiences.”
Price and service7
Here's what guests said:
“Room rates acceptable for location, with attentive staff assisting in special requests and personalized touches.”
Our guests’ reviewsWrite a Review
  • A
    Andrew
    United Kingdom
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on 12 Jan
    Nice
    6.0

    Was like I was in a bit of a battle to get things sorted. The Lounge area seemed inviting, but the supposed exclusive Deck access was surprisingly not utilized while I was there was good. The lack of visibility for some window coverings created an awkward moment in privacy. That's just not my style. Thought I would find some cozy comforts in the suite, but without updated daily amenities and a rocky room atmosphere, it just didn't deliver the experience you'd expect. Last I checked, no one is dying to deal with these little nuisances while on vacation.

  • R
    Robert
    United States
    Wrote a review on 01 Jan
    Perfect
    9.0

    fairly clean, brand-new hotel, i loved fabulous rooms and affable staff. the breakfast offered a lot of appetising meals. the location was excellent for me, in the middle of jackson. plus, it was short walk to a mall which can be convenient.

  • J
    Julie
    United States
    Wrote a review on 30 Dec
    Great
    8.0

    Our rooms at this place were fabulous and exceptionally comfortable with balcony;))

  • A
    Alexander
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 28 Dec
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    modern design
    friendly staff
    small room
    soundproofing issues

    The hotel dazzled with its modern design and friendly staff, though the room was on the smaller side, lacked soundproofing, and dealt with some air conditioning quirks. Still, the very nice views and location were a highlight of the stay.

    Wonderful King Room
  • R
    Reginald
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 24 Dec
    Perfect
    9.8

    The place was absolutely amazing, we really enjoyed it. The people were friendly, will exceed the expectations. The location for Edinburgh was marvellous, really close to a mall which can be convenient. Restaurant Gurkha Cafe & Restaurant located 1 km away was a nice surprise.

  • G
    Greg
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 20 Dec
    Perfect
    9.0

    A wide range of options, appetising food.

  • E
    Evelyn
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 31 Oct
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service6.0
    Dining5.0
    6.0
    rooftop views
    poor layout
    inconvenient parking

    very nice views from the rooftop, luxurious spa services, unique cocktail offerings at Joao's Place

    The small room layouts can feel cramped, particularly with a poorly designed open-concept bathroom!!! The parking situation lacks convenience, which detracts from the experience!!!

    King Studio Suite
  • J
    John
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 30 Oct
    Perfect
    9.2

    Units with balcony...

  • S
    Stephen
    United Kingdom
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on 20 Oct
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service8.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    comfortable room
    great location
    slow wi-fi

    Great location and comfortable room, but slow Wi-Fi was frustrating.

    Wonderful King Room
  • L
    Liam
    United Kingdom
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on 02 Oct
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service7.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    rooftop views
    mini bar

    Couple seeking comfort

    The room was comfy, nice looking mini bar in the middle of the room, made it easy to unwind after a long day. And let me tell you, the rooftop views? Unbelievable! We were told to check it out, but security wasn't very friendly. That was a bummer.

    It wasn't exactly inexpensive but considering the room, it was still acceptable.

    Wonderful King Room
  • F
    Florence
    United States
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 21 Sept
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service8.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    rooftop views
    great location
    awkward bathroom
    lack of privacy

    The rooftop views were amazing 😍 The location was also great, right next to a mall. The bathroom layout lacked privacy, a bit awkward.

    Fabulous King Room With Balcony
  • T
    Taylor
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 19 Sept
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining7.0
    9.0
    comfortable room
    attentive staff
    great location
    limited dining hours

    Chillin' in style!

    This place was a gem! Super comfy room and the staff were awesome. I loved the welcome chocolates and those complimentary cocktails hit the spot, especially the Goddess. The location's perfect for exploring, but I wish I had more time-dining options were limited late at night. A total must-visit in Edinburgh!

    Wonderful King Room
  • O
    Owen
    United Kingdom
    left 12 reviews
    Wrote a review on 08 Sept
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service7.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    amazing views
    rooftop lounge
    slow check-in

    Had an amazing view from the rooftop lounge, really amazing. The check-in experience was a bit slow and disorganized.

    Wonderful King Room
  • O
    Olivia
    United Kingdom
    left 5 reviews
    Wrote a review on 27 Aug
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining8.0
    10
    friendly staff
    great location

    The staff were very nice, especially when they found my baby's lost toy. They even gave my baby a new toy. It's amazing how close the w is to everything, including a great shopping mall.

    do recommend

    Fabulous King Room With Balcony
  • R
    Reese
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 22 Aug
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    10
    modern hotel
    comfortable bed
    cute staff

    Can just recommend for a flash visit

    Modern hotel, comfortable bed, the pillows made restful sleep a delight and the delicious breakfast paired perfectly with the cute staff, especially the friendly doorman.

    Nothing to be said

    Fabulous King Room With Balcony

FAQ about W Edinburgh

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the W Edinburgh Hotel?
You can always visit one of the highly rated attractions, Museum of Childhood, placed 350 meters from the W Edinburgh Hotel. Other sights that are worth your while are Nelson Monument (1 km the property) as well as Palace of Holyroodhouse (a 14-minute walk away).
Which landmarks are closest to W Edinburgh Hotel hotel?
Guests of W Edinburgh Hotel hotel can visit Edinburgh Old Town (only 5 minutes on foot from the accommodation), or the combined National Museum of Scotland placed 8 minutes' walk away.
Can we park our car at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can take advantage of parking.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-bar Devil's Advocate offering Scottish cuisine.
Can I eat breakfast at the W Edinburgh Hotel hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the W Edinburgh Hotel hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at W Edinburgh Hotel?
Guests of W Edinburgh Hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What are the booking prices at the 5-star W Edinburgh Hotel?
The prices at the 5-star W Edinburgh Hotel start from $740.
What payment methods are accepted in the hotel?
At the hotel, guests can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the 5-star W Edinburgh Hotel comprise?
The 5-star W Edinburgh Hotel offers such room types as King Room, Suite, and King Suite.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the W Edinburgh Hotel hotel?
All rooms of the W Edinburgh Hotel hotel feature a minibar fridge as well as a personal safe, some of them boast fantastic views of the castle.
Does the staff at the 5-star W Edinburgh Hotel speak any foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the 5-star W Edinburgh Hotel will help you in Hindi, Bulgarian, Breton, Arabic, and Polish.
Does the hotel feature any spa facilities?
At a wellness centre and a spa lounge featured at the hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as body wraps, body scrub, and pedicure. Additionally, a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna are offered on-site.
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