Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants, near Grassmarket

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Rooftop terrace
Exterior
Coffee service
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Castle View King Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
VIP Access

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly

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 price is £187
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025

Room options

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Sir Richard's Flat

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Chamber King

Highlights

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

Eve Branson Suite

Highlights

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

Chamber King Balcony

Highlights

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

Ted's Suite

Highlights

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

Grand Chamber Junior Suite

Highlights

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

Chamber King

Highlights

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

Chamber King Castle View

Highlights

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

Chamber King Accessible

Highlights

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

Castle View King Suite

Highlights

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

Grand Chamber Queen Suite

Highlights

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

Family King Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Chamber Twin

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Chamber King Patio/Terrace

Highlights

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

Kasbah Tamadot Suite

Highlights

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

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 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 - 0.5 km
  • Royal Mile - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 8 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Princes Street - 11 min walk - 0.9 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

  • ‪Howies Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪George IV Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bertie’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finnegan's Wake - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sneaky Pete's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh. 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 15-minute walk of Royal Mile and Princes Street. Fellow travellers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff. Public transportation is only a short walk: Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 13 minutes.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish

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
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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 40.0 per night)
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
    • Off-site 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

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
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Dressing gowns 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 40.0 per night
  • Parking is available off-site and costs GBP 15 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.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, 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.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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 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 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 Edinburgh City Centre, a short 9-minute walk from Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) and 8 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Castle. Travellers say that the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great accommodation
Lovely rooms , very high standard of cleanliness, friendly efficient staff, central location overall great
Jane, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Simon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel. Great service. The Italian restaurant was terrible.
Leslie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ceri, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My new go to place in Edinburgh
Our stay at Virgin Hotel Edinburgh far exceeded expectations. The staff truly made it a five-star experience. It was our first time staying at a Virgin property, and I had some concerns that, like many luxury hotel chains, it might feel generic or cookie-cutter—but I was pleasantly surprised. The decor was fun, tasteful, and had a youthful vibe that set it apart. Upon arrival, we were warmly greeted, assisted with our luggage, and offered a glass of champagne. Thanks to our Hotels.com membership, we received a generous room upgrade. The room was spacious, incredibly comfortable, and featured stunning views of the Old Town. Also, very accommodating and dog friendly. Overall, it was a 10/10 experience. Not only would I stay here again, but I would actively seek out Virgin Hotels at other destinations. A big thank you to the Virgin Hotel Edinburgh team for making our stay so memorable!
Kathryn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Max, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Amazing location and every minor detail was excellent. Food was also very good
john, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location!
The hotel and staff were wonderful! Great location! We parked our car and were conveniently able to walk everywhere!
Betty, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

peter, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Eric, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Claire, 2-night family trip
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6/10 Good

The reception staff were awful and very rude.
Scott, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Brilliant hotel
The hotel is fantastic, great location and facilities. The only issue we had was noise from a nearby nightclub from midnight through to 3am.
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Such a great location, and a beautifully maintained hotel.
3-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good

Expensive room was not as described
We booked a very expensive room with a terrace and what was supposed to be city view. We were not told however that the terraces were adjoining to 3 others and offered zero privacy nor was there a view unless we wanted to view the side of a building with scaffolding.
Tamara, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Amber, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Best location and hospitality
There’s no better location in the city. The service is incredible, restaurants are great, we loved our stay and will return.
Jennifer, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Mary, 2-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

lin, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Thomas, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Incredibly beautiful and the service was great ,, we will come back !!
Our view !
Astrid, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ryan, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic Hotel in Edinburgh
We loved our stay at the Virgin Hotel in Edinburgh. The staff was very friendly and super helpful with recommendations. It was a pleasant change coming from London. Our room was comfortable and enough had space for our two night stay. I liked the way the bathroom was arranged and it wasn’t awkward that you walked through it to get to the bedroom. The location is absolutely perfect for seeing the sights of Old Edinburgh. Everything is walkable. We even walked from the train station although if we knew it was all uphill we may not have attempted it because it is exhausting pulling a suitcase. Unfortunately our visit was short so we didn’t utilize the restaurant or bar on site but the bar looked fun and there were other areas that were perfect for hanging out. There is also a surprising decent gym which I didn’t expect. Can’t recommend this hotel enough. I’m a lifetime titanium member at Marriott but this made me want to check out other Virgin hotels and we’ll definitely return to this hotel next trip to Edinburgh.
Hotel entrance
Hotel entrance
Hotel lounge
Hotel bar
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

JOSE H, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hope, 3-night trip
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General property information

Breakfast
Available
Parking
Available
Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM