W Edinburgh Hotel

$$$$||View on mapEdinburgh, United Kingdom1 St James Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3AX|
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W Edinburgh Hotel
1 St James Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3AX·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Location9.6
Comfort9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Staff9.1
Facilities8.9
Who stays here
Couples56%
Families21%
Groups12%
Solo7%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Location9.6
Comfort9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Staff9.1
Facilities8.9
Who stays here
Couples56%
Families21%
Groups12%
Solo7%

5-star hotel with 360-degree city views and a rooftop bar in Edinburgh city centre

Dining & Bars

The W Edinburgh Hotel offers three distinct drinking and dining venues on the property. SUSHISAMBA serves lunch and dinner with international cuisine, while the W Lounge provides lighter fare and a full cocktail list. Joao's Place is a speakeasy-style cocktail bar with curated drink selections. Breakfast is served at SUSHISAMBA with an à la carte menu and views of the city. The rooftop bar has 360-degree views of Edinburgh.

Wellness

The AWAY Spa at W Edinburgh has several treatment rooms, including a water room, earth room, and a thermal suite. The thermal suite contains a sauna, rainfall shower, and large jacuzzi. Guests must book treatments separately and pay an additional fee for spa access.

Rooms

Rooms at the W Edinburgh include Deluxe King, Studio Suite, and Superior King Room with Castle View. Some rooms have private balconies overlooking the city. The hotel also provides accessible rooms with emergency cord, lower sink, raised toilet, and grab rails.

Location

The hotel is integrated into the St James Quarter shopping centre, which has three floors of shops and restaurants. Edinburgh Waverley station is a 6-minute walk away, and the Royal Mile is steps from the entrance. Edinburgh Castle is 1 km from the property.

Services

W Edinburgh Hotel provides a 24-hour concierge and room service. All guests receive complimentary welcome drinks upon arrival. Valet parking is available on site, and express check-in and check-out are offered.

  • Location: Connected to St James Quarter, 6 min from Waverley station
  • Rooms: Deluxe King, Studio Suite, Superior with Castle View
  • Dining: SUSHISAMBA, Joao's Place, W Lounge
  • Wellness: AWAY Spa with thermal suite
  • Services: 24-hour concierge, welcome drinks, valet parking
  • Ideal for: Luxury travelers, business professionals, urban explorers
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 30.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, Arabic, Bulgarian, Hindi, Breton, Slovenian, Thai
Building
Number of rooms:268
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Rooms and availability

Premier Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Standard One-Bedroom Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Double beds
Elegant Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Double beds
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Spa and relaxation

Spa & wellness centre

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

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

Room view

  • City view
  • Castle View

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
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Essential information about W Edinburgh Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 288 £
📏 Distance to centre 600 m
✈️ Distance to airport 14.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Edinburgh, EDI

Location

1 St James Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3AX
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1 St James Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3AX
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1 St James Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3AX
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
High St.
Royal Mile
290 m
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
Restaurant
The Cafe Royal
410 m
Restaurant
Harvey Nichols Forth Floor Restaurant
190 m
Restaurant
The Voodoo Rooms
400 m
Restaurant
Cafe Royal Oyster Bar
400 m
Restaurant
The Guildford Arms
410 m
Restaurant
Tattu Edinburgh
380 m
Restaurant
Dishoom Edinburgh
370 m
Restaurant
Hawksmoor Edinburgh
350 m
Restaurant
The Place to Eat
150 m
Restaurant
Mezcal Mole
150 m
Restaurant
Holy Cow
110 m
Restaurant
The Register Club
280 m

Reviews of W Edinburgh Hotel

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FAQ about W Edinburgh

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the 5-star W Edinburgh Hotel?
Staying a 19-minute stroll from the 5-star W Edinburgh Hotel, guests will find one of the top-rated landmarks, Holyrood Park, whereas Edinburgh Castle is 0.8 km away.
What popular attractions are closest to W Edinburgh Hotel?
The closest landmarks to W Edinburgh Hotel include The Writers' Museum (not so far from the property)-rated 8.6/10 by visitors-as well as Scottish National Gallery (650 meters).
Does the hotel have a car parking on site?
Guests of the hotel can take advantage of a car park.
What are our dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-bar Devil's Advocate offering British cuisine.
Does the 5-star W Edinburgh Hotel hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 5-star W Edinburgh Hotel hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in W Edinburgh Hotel hotel?
Guests of W Edinburgh Hotel hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
How much does a room at the W Edinburgh Hotel hotel cost?
The price for a room in the W Edinburgh Hotel hotel starts at $740.
What payment methods are available in the hotel?
At the hotel, guests can pay using Visa, American Express, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the W Edinburgh Hotel hotel?
The W Edinburgh Hotel hotel provides such room types as King Studio, King Suite, and King Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the W Edinburgh Hotel?
Most rooms of the W Edinburgh Hotel include a balcony and a terrace as well as free Wi-Fi and a cable flat-screen TV.
Does the hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the hotel there are rooms with accessible facilities, accessible bathrooms, and wheelchair access available for guests with special needs.
What are the spa options at the hotel?
At a wellness centre and a spa lounge featured at the hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as beauty therapy, body wraps, and pedicure. Additionally, a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna are offered on-site.
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