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 a 360-degree rooftop bar overlooking Edinburgh

Dining

The W Edinburgh offers dining at SUSHISAMBA, serving an à la carte breakfast and dinner with international cuisine. Room service is available around the clock for guests who prefer to eat in their rooms. The breakfast menu includes a continental selection and hot dishes, served with views of the city from the restaurant windows.

Bars & Entertainment

Guests have access to the rooftop bar on the 11th floor, which provides 360-degree views of Edinburgh and the castle. The hotel also houses Joao's Place, a Brazilian-themed cocktail bar with curated drink selections by bartenders like Rumi. The W Lounge on the same floor offers cocktails and light meals, and the 12th-floor viewing deck is open for panoramic city vistas.

Rooms & Suites

Rooms at the W Edinburgh include Studio Suites with separate sitting areas and balconies overlooking Arthur's Seat or Calton Hill. The Cool Corner Suite features a standalone bathtub, double sinks, and a curved sofa in the living area. Accessibility rooms have lowered sinks, grab rails, and raised toilets for guest comfort.

Spa & Wellness

The AWAY Spa at the W Edinburgh offers a full-service experience with treatment rooms, a sauna, and a jacuzzi available for private use. The fitness center is equipped with modern machines, bottled water, and a vanity area. Guests can book spa treatments such as massages and facials, with the therapist providing dedicated service throughout.

Location & Services

The W Edinburgh sits within walking distance of Edinburgh Waverley station, the Royal Mile, and the Scott Monument. The hotel provides a 24-hour concierge service, valet parking, and express check-in/check-out for convenience. Meeting and banquet facilities are available on-site, and the property is connected to the St James Quarter shopping center.

  • Location: 300 ft from Royal Mile, 5-min walk from Waverley station
  • Dining: SUSHISAMBA with à la carte breakfast and dinner
  • Bars: Rooftop bar, Joao's Place cocktail bar, W Lounge
  • Wellness: AWAY Spa with sauna, jacuzzi, and fitness center
  • Rooms: Studio Suites, Cool Corner Suite, accessible rooms
  • Services: 24-hour concierge, valet parking, meeting facilities
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 parking lot

Baggage 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 center

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

  • Cribs

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Spa & wellness center

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 273 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 8.7 mi
🧳 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
100 yd
2 Warriston's Close
The Real Mary King's Close
100 yd
Museums
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
100 yd
Church
St. Giles Cathedral
100 yd
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
100 yd
Monuments and Landmarks
Scott Monument
100 yd
Museums
The Writers' Museum
100 yd
Museums
Gladstone's Land
100 yd
Museums
Museum of Childhood
100 yd
2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)
Brass Rubbing Centre
100 yd
Museums
John Knox House
100 yd
53 Princes Street
Princes Street
100 yd
Gallery
City Art Center
100 yd
354 Castlehill
Scotch Whisky Heritage Center
100 yd
Restaurant
The Cafe Royal
100 yd
Restaurant
Harvey Nichols Forth Floor Restaurant
100 yd
Restaurant
The Voodoo Rooms
100 yd
Restaurant
Cafe Royal Oyster Bar
100 yd
Restaurant
The Guildford Arms
100 yd
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Tattu Edinburgh
100 yd
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Dishoom Edinburgh
100 yd
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Hawksmoor Edinburgh
100 yd
Restaurant
The Place to Eat
100 yd
Restaurant
Mezcal Mole
100 yd
Restaurant
Holy Cow
100 yd
Restaurant
The Register Club
100 yd

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