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Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants, near Grassmarket

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Rooftop terrace
Coffee shop
Castle View King Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Front of property - evening/night
Reception
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

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

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

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Pets allowed
The current price is $405
$486 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8

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Sir Richard's Flat | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Sir Richard's Flat

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 73 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Chamber King | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Grand Chamber King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Eve Branson Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Eve Branson Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Chamber King Balcony | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Chamber King Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ted's Suite | Living room | Smart TV

Ted's Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Chamber Junior Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Grand Chamber Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Chamber King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Chamber King Castle View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Chamber King Castle View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Chamber King Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Castle View King Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Grand Chamber Queen Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family King Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Chamber Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Chamber King Patio/Terrace | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Chamber King Patio/Terrace

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Kasbah Tamadot Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Kasbah Tamadot Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Royal Mile - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Princes Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 22 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 13 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 23 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bow Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finnegan's Wake - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Elephant House Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bertie’s - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Vittoria - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket and Royal Mile. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center 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 just a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 13 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 available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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 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
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (GBP 40.0 per night)
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Offsite parking within 1 mi (GBP 15 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling 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 center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • 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
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

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

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (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 serves dinner only. Reservations are required.
Commons Club Bar - This cocktail bar serves light fare only. 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 40.0 per night
  • Parking is available offsite and costs GBP 15 per day (1 mi away)
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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 to 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 40.0 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 check-in 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 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Virgin Hotels Edinburgh like?

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 9-minute walk from Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) and 7 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, with a great choice and efficient service. (30 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

Hotel was excellent,. The rooms although not huge make a great use of the space. The hotel is conveniently located and the staff was great
James, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect Place to Stay!

I love staying at this location in Edinburgh! The staff were very friendly and welcoming, I had a room with a window view of the castle, and was able to enjoy lunch on the roof terrace while I was there. The location is perfect because it is quite easy to walk anywhere I want to go and access food and experiences.
Whitney, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the hotel! Great service and location.
Mery, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful location and such a nice hotel
Jessica, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was spot on
DREW, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel in Old Town

The hotel is located in the heart of Old Town and is absolutely beautiful. Friendly staff, great location, and better amenities. Highly recommend!
Ryan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property with an amazing staff. Very convenient place to stay!!
Khalil, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Location

Perfect location. So many attractions and restaurants are walkable and it is on the bus line for everything else. The staff was amazing. The room was great; the bed was really comfortable. I just wished the shower had better pressure. We also enjoyed the bar, which participated in the Fringe Festival and had a show.
William, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel in the heart of Old Town

Beautiful hotel. Rooms are very well appointed with a huge mini bar! The staff were wonderful and so welcoming. The hotel is close to everything in Old Town. I loved this hotel and will return, if back in Edinburgh. I highly recommend this hotel
Dana, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location within Edinburgh. Excellent staff, very comfortable room. Full service hotel, lots of amenities.
Barbara, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel, we loved it.
Daria, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Experience and well located
Daniel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel really deserves 6 stars

The checkin was easy and our room was ready (at 10am!).Our room was comfortable and well laid out. The shower was easy to use and the water nice and hot. The towels were large and absorbant. The staff was astounding. Everyone was extremelly friendly yet professional, and helpful.They couldn't do enough for the guests. They even brought the manager's black lab out to visit for us! The location is very handy to get to sites of interest.
Anne, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel once the confusion of checking in is done
Alastair, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel!
Kimberly, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excelent hotel
Carlos, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Virgin hotel is really a magical place to stay, the staff are amazing and the food is great too, I enjoyed my stay there to the fullest extent.
Karolin, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great service and fantastic location!!
Kate, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel in a great location. The staff was amazing, anticipating our needs before we even knew what they were. The rooms and beds were very comfortable and well stocked. Will definitely stay here again.
Donna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a really nice stay in Edinburgh really nice hotel very comfortable and clean and well stocked mini bar will definitely be visiting again.
Ann, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was Superb! Friendly staff, convenient to shopping, dining and sightseeing.
Cynthia Huddle, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, beautiful property, great interior and comfortable bed.
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location and fantastic facilities Rooms were luxurious and spacious and staff were very helpful with any query we had
Daniel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel has lovely modern decor, staff very friendly. Bedrooms very clean & beds comfortable. A great location, easy to walk everywhere.
Margaret, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The best ( knowledgeable) bar staff in Edinburgh
Konrad, 3-night trip