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1 St James Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3AX

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“This hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of Edinburgh, making it effortless to explore all the local attractions and charming spots nearby.”view full review

W Edinburgh is a 5-star hotel situated in the vibrant New Town, showcasing a blend of historic charm and modern design. Amenities include a rooftop deck with panoramic city views, a restaurant serving SUSHISAMBA cuisine, and an AWAY Spa offering diverse treatments.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at W Edinburgh feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, and coffee machines. Spacious double rooms offer private bathrooms with walk-in showers and hairdryers, while premium suites include private terraces for impressive views of the city.

Dining Options

Dining options at W Edinburgh include the signature SUSHISAMBA restaurant, renowned for its unique offerings, and intimate Joao's Place, a cocktail bar featuring Brazilian-inspired small plates. The W Lounge provides all-day dining with access to the rooftop deck, showcasing exquisite 360-degree views of the city.

Leisure & Amenities

Guests can unwind at the AWAY Spa, which features themed treatment rooms including Fire, Earth, Water, and Air, as well as a fully equipped gym tailored for various workout needs. The hotel also includes a Sound Suite designed for music enthusiasts to explore their creativity.

Services & Local Area

W Edinburgh offers 24-hour room service and concierge services to assist with guests' needs. The hotel is conveniently located near prominent landmarks such as St Giles' Cathedral (0.3 miles) and Edinburgh Castle (0.5 miles). Edinburgh Airport is 6 miles from the property, with accessible public transport options nearby.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Twin Two Double Beds

2 persons

25 m²

2 Double beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe King Suite

2 persons

60 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Premier Suite Castle View

2 persons

62 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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King Studio Suite

2 persons

41 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

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“I was pleasantly surprised with a complimentary room upgrade that included amazing views of the castle, enhancing our stay tremendously.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast spread was really good; the fruit salad tasted as good as it looked, making for a perfect start to our day.” view full review

Relaxing Spa Experience

“I thoroughly enjoyed the spa services, which provided a pampering escape after a long day of sightseeing.” view full review

Well-Equipped Gym

“The fitness center was impressive, offering a variety of modern equipment and complimentary bottled water to keep me refreshed.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Lift
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

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
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps

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

Location

1 St James Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3AX

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1 St James Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3AX

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

760 m

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

2.1 km

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

1.1 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

620 m

Park

Princes Street Gardens

1.0 km

Landmark

Calton Hill

1.0 km

Landmark

Nelson Monument

1.0 km

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

640 m

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

2.2 km

Museum

Dynamic Earth

1.2 km

Park

Holyrood Park

1.6 km

Museum

The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland

770 m

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One

2.2 km

Church

Mercat Cross

650 m

Landmark

Sherlock Holmes Statue

1.1 km

Nearby

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

590 m

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

Restaurants

The Cafe Royal

410 m

19 West Register Street

Harvey Nichols Forth Floor Restaurant

190 m

30-34 St. Andrew Square

The Voodoo Rooms

400 m

19A West Register Street

Cafe Royal Oyster Bar

400 m

19 West Register Street

The Guildford Arms

410 m

1-5 West Register Street

Tattu Edinburgh

380 m

18 West Register Street

Dishoom Edinburgh

370 m

3a St Andrew Square

Hawksmoor Edinburgh

350 m

23 West Register Street

The Place to Eat

150 m

John Lewis Department Store

Mezcal Mole

150 m

Unit 8 Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre

Holy Cow

110 m

34 Elder Street

The Register Club

280 m

42 St. Andrew Square Floor 4

Getting around

City Centre

Edinburgh8 min · 600 m

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI)21 min · 14.0 km

Dundee Airport (DND)146 min · 96.8 km

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station4 min · 300 m

Bus

Bus stop3 min · 200 m

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 12 pm

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible on site at GBP 25 per day.

Internet

is available in for free.

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

Number of rooms:

268

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Facilities

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Services

Dining

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Children

Facilities for people with disabilities

Spa & Leisure

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Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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