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W Edinburgh

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near St James Quarter

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Exterior
Lobby
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Lobby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1 St. James Square, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3AX
  • Place, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe, King

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe, 2 Doubles

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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James Craig Deluxe Suite, King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

James Craig Deluxe Suite, King

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior with Balcony, King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior with View, King

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior with Castle View, King

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Studio Suite

  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Suite with Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

James Craig Deluxe Suite, 2 Doubles

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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W Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

W Suite

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Suite

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Penthouse

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior with Balcony, 2 Doubles

Superior with Balcony, 2 Doubles | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior with Balcony, 2 Doubles

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 438 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

City center stay.A stay at this Edinburgh City Centre hotel places you steps from St James Quarter and within a 5-minute walk of Princes Street. George Street and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wingstop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Society Bar & Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Place To Eat - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Salerno Pizza - ‬1 min walk

About this property

W Edinburgh

5-star luxury hotel near St James Quarter
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 3046 square feet (283 square meters) and includes conference space. A rooftop terrace, spa services, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury W Edinburgh. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 244 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 3046 sq ft of conference space
  • 283 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2023
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
W Edinburgh offers 244 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include change of bedsheets.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 5 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (GBP 40 per stay)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Things to do

  • Shopping mall

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (43 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 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
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are required to download the property's Marriott Bonvoy mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 80 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 4.17 percent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Covered valet parking fee: GBP 40.00 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 80 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

W Edinburgh Hotel
W Edinburgh EDINBURGH
W Edinburgh Hotel EDINBURGH

Frequently asked questions

How close is W Edinburgh to the airport?

W Edinburgh is 8.2 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 W Edinburgh?

As of Oct 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at W Edinburgh on Nov 2, 2025 start from $298.77, 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 W Edinburgh have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at W Edinburgh.

How close is W Edinburgh to the beach?

This hotel is 3.1 mi (19-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.5 mi (40-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does W Edinburgh offer free breakfast?

W Edinburgh does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at W Edinburgh?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at W Edinburgh?

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

Is there free parking at W Edinburgh?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for GBP 40.00 per stay.

Does W Edinburgh have a pool?

W Edinburgh does not have a pool.

Does W Edinburgh have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like local cuisine, al fresco dining, and light fare.

Does W Edinburgh have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer body wraps, body treatments, and massages.

How close is W Edinburgh to downtown Edinburgh?

W Edinburgh is 0.1 mi away from Edinburgh.

Reviews

W Edinburgh Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 333 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 333 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 333 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 333 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 333 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ruksana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere, beautiful surroundings, and a lovely breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Reception staff messed everything up. I had booked 2 rooms and checked in early. I didn't expect it need the Rona to be ready but I did ask that the rooms be as close as possible. I was told they were adjacent - great. However where weeturned
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brad

Traveled with family
Having stayed in many of the Bonvoy selection of hotels around the World we were looking forward to our stay at W Edinburgh. Sadly the experience was terrible !! The rooms were small ,dark and dingy with no views. The bathroom was a joke ! The smallest bathroom we have ever had in a hotel. Tiny sink area very close to toilet with a basic walk in shower. No room for a bath ! Internet didn’t work and even 4-5G reception was poor. We decided to have pre-Dinner Cocktails in the bar on the 11th Floor and were refused entry as we didn’t have a reservation. Crazy !! The final issue was the noise from the elevators. Which disturbed our sleep. All in all for £450 a night …TERRIBLE !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful stay in Edinburgh at the W Hotel. The service was excellent, with attentive staff across all areas, including the bar, restaurants, and reception. The breakfast was truly amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Fantastic location, nice rooms. We selected a room with two double beds, and for some reason or another there was an issue with the room. They upgraded us to a deluxe suite with one king bed, and offered a rollaway bed for the second. I was worried initially that my partner wouldn’t find the rollaway suitable(I snore so he needs to be able to get away from me if it’s too bad) but it ended up being just fine. And the room itself was very nice and spacious with a fabulous balcony. We also received complimentary drinks at their rooftop lounge, which was very nice of them as well. Overall great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in is a bit laborious and a bit of a faff otherwise stay was awesome Staff are super attentive and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place very modern and up to date staff are very friendly Harry and Liam went above and beyond for us thanks guys
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Myself & my husband stayed at the hotel for 2 nights in June 2025, when we arrived at the hotel at 4pm our room wasn’t ready so we were offered a complimentary drink in the W lounge. The lounge has stunning 360 views over the city,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alejandro

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very modern and the staff very friendly. The location is superb.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly comfortable and amazing staff. Breakfast was perfect, the location fantastic, and their toothbrushes are great! We'll be back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A new hotel in Edinburgh with some amazing restaurant and bar options. Very central. Friendly staff and convenient parking underneath although not free for guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Beautiful modern luxury hotel in Edinburgh city centre. Next door to new shopping centre and very close to train station and theatre. Amazing views across Edinburgh from restaurant at breakfast. Staff were very helpful and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, luxurious accommodations, beautiful architecture and perfect location.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Heike

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at the hotel past check-in time about 6pm. We were told our 2 rooms are not ready and they are unable to advise the time when the room will be ready. This is not like we are there at 1 or 2 pm before check in time. We were there after check in time and we were still told the rooms are not ready. The service staff were impatient and wasn't helpful as we were there with 3 kids; one of them is still a baby. The staffs could have been more empathetic and provided more a better solution. They offered us drinks were also limited. Checked in and the rooms were dusty. My kids had a bad skin allergy reaction after sleeping there the first night. Staffs were not helpful to getting us to a nearest doctor. Overall VERY VERY disappointed from a W hotel Chain. They can do a lot better for a 5 star hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abelardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent , especially the service
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025