Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

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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, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Chamber King Terrace

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Kasbah Tamadot Suite

  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Chamber Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Chamber King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Chamber King Castle View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Grand Chamber Junior Suite

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

Grand Chamber Queen Suite

  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family King Suite

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

Chamber King Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Castle View King Suite

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

Eve Branson Suite

  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Chamber King Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Sir Richard's Flat

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

Grand Chamber King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Ted's Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Old Town Edinburgh 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
  • University of Edinburgh - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Princes Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Mile - 7 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
  • ‪The Bow Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Knoops - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Eve - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Barantine - ‬2 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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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 Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh on Jun 28, 2026 start from $428, including 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 19.2 mi (58-min drive) from Silver Sands Beach. 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. 1202 out of 1488 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 1488 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1488 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1488 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1488 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a perfect location in Edinburgh. The room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the staff made us feel very welcome. I would definitely stay here again when in Edinburgh!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ailish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was fantastic! The staff was phenomenal, the location was smack in the center of everything, the room was modern and clean and the housekeeping services were incredible. We truly had an amazing time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Giorgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was friendly, room was clean, location was great
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean, super staff, very well located.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great time spent at the hotel , friendly staff who were very accommodating and in a very central location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly and attentive. A great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was told incredibly helpful and friendly. Room was very nice and location was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel smelt lovely staff all very friendly and helpful, perfect location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely hotel in the center of Edinburgh. The staff was so kind and helpful. I’d certainly stay here again - and I highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel location was perfect for walking to Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, Staff was great.....helping set up tours and offering suggestions on dining options.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, clean and comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again. Brilliant location. Did not try the restaurants at the hotel during our stay but menus looked brilliant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel very nice throughout, all staff pleasant and helpful, excellent breakfast choice and quality. Perfect location for exploring city centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, staff couldn’t be more helpful Very central to all of the historic things to see in Edinburgh. Plenty of pubs & restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was exactly as described and looked in the photos. Amazing stay and would definitely come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anastasiia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good location Nice breakfast Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pinar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We were very pleased with everything, including the cleanliness, location, and the friendliness of the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool vibes! Friendly staff and great restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

philippa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service and good food
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Omran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Room is very clean, comfortable and modern
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was perfect! Everything was great at the Virgin Hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel, super comfy, luxurious and great location. The beds were great and the service even better.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast and the whole stay was excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025