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Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants, near Grassmarket

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Virgin Hotels Edinburgh offers a luxurious retreat near Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. Savor breakfast, brunch, or dinner at one of the two on-site restaurants, stay connected with in-room WiFi, enjoy a 24-hour gym workout and dry cleaning services. The central location has left guests raving about their experience.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Banquet hall

For families (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout curtains
  • Pets allowed
The current price is €258
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr

Why we love this property

Luxury in historic centre
Situated in the city center's historic district, this luxury hotel offers a perfect blend of modern elegance and timeless charm.
Dining for every mood
This hotel boasts 2 restaurants and a bar to satisfy all cravings. A delicious buffet breakfast starts the day with tasty fuel for adventures.
Luxury sleep sanctuary
Slip into plush dressing gowns after a day of exploration. Each room boasts hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, and a minibar for nightcaps.

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (Chamber, Terrace)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Kasbah Tamadot Suite

  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room (Chamber)

Twin Room (Chamber)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed (Chamber)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(53 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Chamber, Castle View)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed (Chamber, Castle View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Chamber Junior Suite

Grand Chamber Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Grand Chamber Queen Suite

  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds

Family King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Chamber)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Castle View King Suite

  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar

Eve Branson Suite

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Chamber)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Chamber)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sir Richard's Flat

Sir Richard's Flat

  • 73 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Room, 1 King Bed

Grand Chamber King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ted's Suite

Ted's Suite

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
1 India Buildings, Victoria Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2EX

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Princes Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal Mile - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 37 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 22 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 23 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Deacon Brodies Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Bow Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Barantine - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Elephant House Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Knoops - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Commons Club Restaurant, which serves dinner and is one of 2 restaurants. This luxurious hotel is also within a short 10-minute walk of Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. Fellow travellers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff. Public transportation is only a short walk: Princes Street Tram Stop is 7 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 222 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets stay for free
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • On-site valet parking (GBP 45.0 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
    • Off-site parking within 1 mi (GBP 148 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Lever door handles

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch Smart TV

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and free wired Internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

Commons Club Restaurant – This restaurant only serves dinner. Reservations are required.
Commons Club Bar – This cocktail bar only serves light fare. Open daily.
Eve – This family restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 25.00 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 50.0 per day

Parking

  • Valet parking costs GBP 45.0 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking is available off-site and costs GBP 148 per day (1 mi away)
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Hotel
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Edinburgh
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does Virgin Hotels Edinburgh offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Virgin Hotels Edinburgh does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh?

Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh?

Yes. Valet parking costs GBP 45.0 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.

Are there restaurants at or near Virgin Hotels Edinburgh?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants.

What's the area around Virgin Hotels Edinburgh like?

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 7-minute walk from Princes Street Tram Stop and 5 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Castle. Travellers say that the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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Reviews

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently praised for its excellent quality, variety, and freshness. (44 reviews)
  • The restaurants and bars serve delicious food with a wide selection of drinks and offer excellent service. (21 reviews)
  • The gym was modern, well-equipped, and open 24 hours with a variety of machines including a ski machine, rowing machine, and bike. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Great location for shops, restaurants, and Bay attractions
nick, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved my stay here! Staff were so welcoming and helpful during my stay. Enjoyed the Commons restaurant and Bar as well as Eve restaurant. Hotel is well located and it’s very easy to walk to most interests, including the Royal Mile/High Street, the castle and Palace.
Stephanie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location is great, you’re in the middle of everything around old town!
Stewart, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Extremely clean, staff takes care of all your needs, amenities are great!!This hotel is at a prime location in Edinburgh. Best stay and I will be back!!
Sarah, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great time spent at the hotel , friendly staff who were very accommodating and in a very central location
Shane, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff very friendly and attentive. A great stay!
Victoria, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved my stay here!
Katherine A, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was exactly as described and looked in the photos. Amazing stay and would definitely come back again.
Lucy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel very nice throughout, all staff pleasant and helpful, excellent breakfast choice and quality. Perfect location for exploring city centre.
Lewis, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We were very pleased with everything, including the cleanliness, location, and the friendliness of the staff.
Pinar, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good location Nice breakfast Friendly staff
Anastasiia, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location was perfect! Everything was great at the Virgin Hotel.
Jennifer, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were brilliant and lovely, the room was emaculate and beautiful. Would reccomend staying here.
mckenzie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel, super comfy, luxurious and great location. The beds were great and the service even better.
Joe, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location, cool hotel with great staff. Highly recommend
Pelayo, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast and the whole stay was excellent.
Jean, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

staff were amazing. the room lovely and modern and the breakfast was awesome! plus the location is amazing!
Siwan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay, very comfortable bed!
Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was lovely, staff all very friendly. Just wish they had Yorkshire tea in the room.
Philip, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel! Excellent location, very friendly and helpful staff, extremely clean rooms and very comfortable indeed. The décor is bold but actually works really well as in contrast with the old building. The rooms are much more serene in tone. We didn't eat in the restaurant, but we had some drinks in the bar which were delicious (although a little pricey!). Breakfast was excellent, huge choice and very fresh - make your own pancakes, and eggs to order were a highlight! We will definitely return!
Hannah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, fun space, close to many attractions and wonderful staff
Preety, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff here are amazing. Room was spotless and super comfortable.
Ben, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and great staff, highly recommended
Martin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay!
Glen, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was spacious and very clea. The staff was so nice, room service was amazing and the overall layout of the room was perfect.
Alexis, 2-night trip