1 India Buildings, Victoria Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2EX
What's nearby
Grassmarket - 1 min walk
University of Edinburgh - 5 min walk
Royal Mile - 7 min walk
Edinburgh Castle - 8 min walk
Princes Street - 11 min walk
Getting around
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 9 min walk
Edinburgh Waverley Station - 9 min walk
Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 22 min walk
Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 13 min walk
Haymarket Tram Station - 23 min walk
Restaurants
Howies Restaurant - 4 min walk
George IV Bar - 5 min walk
Bertie’s - 3 min walk
Finnegan's Wake - 3 min walk
Sneaky Pete's - 1 min walk
About this property
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket and Royal Mile. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Commons Club Restaurant, which serves dinner and is one of 2 restaurants. This luxurious hotel is also within just a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 13 minutes.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Onsite valet parking (GBP 40.0 per night)
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Offsite parking within 1 mi (GBP 15 per day)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Traveling with children
Children's menu
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
24-hour fitness center
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Closed captioned TV
Visual fire alarm
Lever door handles
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch Smart TV
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and free wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Mobile key entry
Special features
Dining
Commons Club Restaurant - This restaurant serves dinner only. Reservations are required.
Commons Club Bar - This cocktail bar serves light fare only. Open daily.
Eve - This family restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 25.00 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 50.0 per day
Parking
Valet parking costs GBP 40.0 per night
Parking is available offsite and costs GBP 15 per day (1 mi away)
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
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.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Hotel
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Edinburgh
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Hotel Edinburgh
Frequently asked questions
Does Virgin Hotels Edinburgh offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Virgin Hotels Edinburgh does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh?
Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh?
Yes. Valet parking costs GBP 40.0 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.
Are there restaurants at or near Virgin Hotels Edinburgh?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
What's the area around Virgin Hotels Edinburgh like?
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 9-minute walk from Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) and 7 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Nov 17, 2024
Brilliant hotel
The hotel is fantastic, great location and facilities.
The only issue we had was noise from a nearby nightclub from midnight through to 3am.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2024
Such a great location, and a beautifully maintained hotel.
Verified traveler
3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 3, 2024
Expensive room was not as described
We booked a very expensive room with a terrace and what was supposed to be city view. We were not told however that the terraces were adjoining to 3 others and offered zero privacy nor was there a view unless we wanted to view the side of a building with scaffolding.
Tamara
Tamara, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 2, 2024
Amber
Amber, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2024
Best location and hospitality
There’s no better location in the city. The service is incredible, restaurants are great, we loved our stay and will return.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2024
Mary
Mary, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Oct 27, 2024
lin
lin, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2024
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2024
Incredibly beautiful and the service was great ,, we will come back !!
Astrid
Astrid, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2024
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2024
Fantastic Hotel in Edinburgh
We loved our stay at the Virgin Hotel in Edinburgh. The staff was very friendly and super helpful with recommendations. It was a pleasant change coming from London. Our room was comfortable and enough had space for our two night stay. I liked the way the bathroom was arranged and it wasn’t awkward that you walked through it to get to the bedroom. The location is absolutely perfect for seeing the sights of Old Edinburgh. Everything is walkable. We even walked from the train station although if we knew it was all uphill we may not have attempted it because it is exhausting pulling a suitcase. Unfortunately our visit was short so we didn’t utilize the restaurant or bar on site but the bar looked fun and there were other areas that were perfect for hanging out. There is also a surprising decent gym which I didn’t expect. Can’t recommend this hotel enough. I’m a lifetime titanium member at Marriott but this made me want to check out other Virgin hotels and we’ll definitely return to this hotel next trip to Edinburgh.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2024
JOSE H
JOSE H, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2024
Hope
Hope, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2024
Happy camper!
Fabulous hotel in a great location. Our room had a dressing room with separate rooms for toilet and shower and the most closet space I have ever seen in a hotel room! Wonderful breakfast that is worth the additional cost as it keeps you off the busy streets of the Royal Mile until later in the morning and includes a buffet and or menu items. Highly recommend.
debra
debra, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
Edinburgh Castle View
Best service and location.
JOSE H
JOSE H, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2024
david
david, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2024
Donna
Donna, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2024
philip
philip, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2024
Roswiata
Roswiata, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 26, 2024
Not 5 star service or amenities
The staff was pleasant but customer service was non existent. We checked in before our rooms were ready, checked our bags and were told they’d call when the room was ready and have our luggage brought to the rooms. They did neither.
The vanity area was laid out well but the bedroom was small. I had a single room but if a couple were sharing the room, it would be tight quarters. The bed was comfortable, tho.
There were no amenities such as Qtips, shower cap, makeup remover pads.
The elevator was extremely slow the day we checked in, as only 1 was operating.
5 stars? I don’t think so.
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 16, 2024
The bed was soo comfortable. Staff was great. Check in quick. Everyone was helpful. Food- NOT SO GOOD
Sara
Sara, 7-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2024
Gabrielle
Gabrielle, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2024
William
William, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2024
Would have liked to have had some coke and diet coke in the mini bar.