YOTEL Edinburgh

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Princes Street

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Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Room (First Class) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Exterior
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 4NH
  • George Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Princes Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Room (First Class)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Premium Twin

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Queen Cabin

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

VIP King Suite View

  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(135 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

City center retreat .At this Edinburgh City Centre hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Princes Street and George Street, both within a 5-minute walk. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • George Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princes Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Grassmarket - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Royal Mile - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 16 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baba - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Alexander Graham Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dirty Dicks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Amber Rose - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Garden - ‬3 min walk

About this property

YOTEL Edinburgh

4-star hotel near Princes Street
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness center, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at YOTEL Edinburgh.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 276 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
YOTEL Edinburgh offers 276 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.6 miles (GBP 35 per day)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 16 for adults and GBP 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

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
  • Grab bar in shower
  • 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 of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 16 for adults and GBP 16 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 35.00 per day (3281 ft away)

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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

YOTEL Edinburgh Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

How close is YOTEL Edinburgh to the airport?

YOTEL Edinburgh is 7.5 mi (24-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at YOTEL Edinburgh?

As of Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YOTEL Edinburgh on Jun 27, 2025 start from $181.38, 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 YOTEL Edinburgh have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at YOTEL Edinburgh.

How close is YOTEL Edinburgh to the beach?

This hotel is 3.6 mi (15-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 15 mi (35-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does YOTEL Edinburgh offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at YOTEL Edinburgh, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 16 for adults and GBP 16 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at YOTEL Edinburgh?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at YOTEL Edinburgh?

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

Is there free parking at YOTEL Edinburgh?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does YOTEL Edinburgh have a pool?

YOTEL Edinburgh does not have a pool.

Does YOTEL Edinburgh have a restaurant?

YOTEL Edinburgh is home to Revolve, which features light fare.

Does YOTEL Edinburgh have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is YOTEL Edinburgh to downtown Edinburgh?

YOTEL Edinburgh is 0.7 mi away from Edinburgh.

YOTEL Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1287 out of 2268 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 623 out of 2268 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 229 out of 2268 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 2268 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 2268 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Indianapolis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Indianapolis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helped us with various trip. We think his name was Jordan.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kireana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay hotel was lovely and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MOIRA

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

Super Modern and Clean Hotel

Very good value. Excellent central location. Good facilities eg bar with food menu, vending machines, free tea, coffee, iced water. Modern rooms, very clean. Self check in and check out (although staff available if you require assistance). We would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was ok but not great lighting. Breakfast was not good at all. Dried out sausages and bacon.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

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

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

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

10/10 Excellent

Janete

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price we paid it was excellent and exceeded expectations. Staff were very friendly and helpful. We will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul Michael DE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. 5mins walk from center..bed extremely comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Janis

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

10/10 Excellent

Eugenia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
so nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniela, San Antonio

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The site does said in stay parking lot and it is almost 1.7 miles up hill! The breakfast not good. The staff was not polite neither in lobby nor breakfast. The mattress was all lumpy. Not hqppy at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salinas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel for the area
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here twice now. It is a wonderful hotel and very conveniently located if you don’t have a vehicle. Clean and bright hotel. Rooms are very small… but serviceable! I highly recommend Yotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

wayne

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Elliot

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

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

Good hotel

Great base to explore Edinburgh
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Stuart

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Construction site

The place is a construction site
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, nice and quite, grate facilities and the food and drinks voucher for opting out of room cleaning a nice touch. Nice modern room with plenty of usb points and plugs, will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evangeline

Such a great area, great prices
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025