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Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Grassmarket

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Front of property - evening/night
Rooftop terrace
Cocktail bar
View from property
2 restaurants, breakfast served

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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1 India Buildings, Victoria Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2EX
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Kasbah Tamadot Suite

  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Twin Room (Chamber)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Chamber)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Chamber, Castle View) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed (Chamber, Castle View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Grand Chamber Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Grand Chamber Queen Suite

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

Grand Chamber Queen Suite

  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Family King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Chamber)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Castle View King Suite

  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Eve Branson Suite

  • 441 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Chamber) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Chamber)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Sir Richard's Flat

  • 786 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Grand Chamber King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ted's Suite | Living room | Smart TV

Ted's Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Roomzzz Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 287 reviews
$105 nightly
The price is $126
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Edinburgh City Centre hotel, you'll find Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle. University of Edinburgh and Royal Mile are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princes Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Deacon Brodies Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Knoops - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mussel & Steak Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hideout Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Elephant House Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5-star luxury hotel near Grassmarket
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury Virgin Hotels Edinburgh. Parking is available for a fee.

This 5-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 222 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh offers 222 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking within 1 mile (GBP 148 per day)
  • Valet parking on site (GBP 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 25 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 25.00 per person
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 45.0 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Offsite parking fee: GBP 148 per day (1 mi away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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, 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Virgin Hotels Edinburgh to the airport?

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh is 7.8 mi (37-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh?

As of Jan 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh on Jan 29, 2026 start from $224.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Virgin Hotels Edinburgh have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh.

How close is Virgin Hotels Edinburgh to the beach?

This hotel is 3.4 mi (22-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.5 mi (42-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Virgin Hotels Edinburgh offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 25.00 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for GBP 45.0 per night.

Does Virgin Hotels Edinburgh have a pool?

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh does not have a pool.

Does Virgin Hotels Edinburgh have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like brunch and light fare.

Does Virgin Hotels Edinburgh have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Virgin Hotels Edinburgh to downtown Edinburgh?

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh is 0.4 mi away from Edinburgh.

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1091 out of 1369 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 1369 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1369 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1369 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1369 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Elena, BROOKLYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Be aware that location of this hotel is near a nightclub and the music will be blasting starting Friday, Saturday and even on Wednesday from 10:30PM till 3:00AM.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with attentive staff, the bed was incredibly comfortable & all spotlessly clean. We dined in the restaurant & the food was great, a terriffic location & hotel was really quiet despite proximity to bars etc.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Would not go back due to there was a smell in our bathroom and they said they would charge us when I asked for extra water. Really for a five star hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

LEONARDO

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was cozy and clean the hotel is on the the famous Victoria Street loved it
Castle View King
Room View
Lower Level Access
Bar
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Euclides

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was nothing short of magnificent. Friendly staff very clean, calm excellent views from the terrace and walking distance from, well pretty much everything. Loved it!! Will recommend to anyone looking for a pleasant stay.
Front entrance right in the heart walking distance just minutes from the royal mile, cafes, restaurants just perfect 👌
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Convenient location. Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

DOUG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clever room design, friendly and helpful staff and well located.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brian, Brooklyn

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lantre

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carly, Granite Falls

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotel experiences I’ve ever had. The concierge gentleman were beyond helpful and went above to be helpful! The view was fantastic, the location couldn’t be beat. You definitely won’t regret staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAVIER

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, great service. Also, the chef's table tasting menu was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disappointing. First, the good: location, roof deck, common space decor, cleanliness, staff warmth. Second, the not so good: room design, quality of room finishing, layout of property, breakfast quality. Overall: this felt like a good four star hotel rather than a five star. We were in the smallest room category and had no complaints about the size, but the layout of the room and materials used in finishing the room fell far short of a five star experience. There is nothing wrong with the property, but if you are expecting a five star experience, lower your expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Great property but way understaffed

The rooms are beautiful and the property is well located and well decorated. However, it was severely understaffed from the concierge desk, to the check-in desk, to the bar. I waited a long time at every juncture (was particularly stressful when I needed my car parked), which was a big surprise for the price paid.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxime, Eastman

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
La pire salle de bain de ma vie et la douche était déficiente pour les standards modernes. Les lits étaient nuls
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully presented and styled hotel, including the rooms. Turn down service was nice touch. Would definitely recommend and visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Edinburgh Luxury

The location was amazing. Close to everything. The check in process was super easy and very welcoming! Beautiful room with and amazing view!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel and will be back as soon as possible.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Awyas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh! The location was super convenient in the heart of the old town by Victoria Street, and it felt super safe. The decor was tasteful and had a bit of quirky fun personality, and the room was equipped with everything we could possibly need. The service from everyone was fantastic and a special shoutout to Connor who went above and beyond. We ate at Eve during our stay and the service there was incredible as well and food was 10/10.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

SANDINO

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms excellent conditions. Staff very friendly!!! Beautiful hotel !!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for walking and exploring Old Town, Edinburgh Castle, and all the museums. The bedroom was very nice and service from all the staff great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025