In the heart of Edinburgh, ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square offers a warm welcome with a coffee shop and bar. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, unwind at the business center or enjoy local cuisine at the restaurant. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 4 min walk
Edinburgh Waverley Station - 5 min walk
Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 28 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 9 min walk
Princes Street Tram Stop - 11 min walk
Balfour Street Tram Stop - 25 min walk
Restaurants
Starbucks - 1 min walk
Bella Italia - 1 min walk
Bannerman's Bar - 2 min walk
Black Sheep Coffee - 2 min walk
Albanach - 1 min walk
About this property
ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile
Ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Also, University of Edinburgh and Princes Street are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 9 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 11 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
99 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Pets
Pets allowed (2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
24-hour offsite parking nearby (GBP 14 per day); discounts available
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Working away
Business center
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
Local culture & ecosystem education
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
46-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 13.50 for adults and GBP 7.25 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 14 per day (1640 ft away; open 24 hours)
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
The photos in this description reflect the brand standard and are provided for illustrative purposes only.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Ibis Edinburgh Centre
ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square Hotel
Ibis Royal Mile
Ibis Royal Mile Hotel
Ibis Royal Mile Hotel Edinburgh Centre
Royal Ibis
ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square Edinburgh
Ibis Edinburgh Centre Hotel Edinburgh
Ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile Scotland
Ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile Hotel
ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square Hotel Edinburgh
Frequently asked questions
Does ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile 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 ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of GBP 10.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Are there restaurants at or near ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile like?
Ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile is a short 9-minute walk from St Andrew Square Tram Stop and 2 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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Reviews
ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.0
Cleanliness
8.2
Amenities
9.2
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with a good variety of options and excellent value. (54 reviews)
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8/10 Very good
Apr 21, 2026
great central location with good access to bus and castle tours
Cath
Cath, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2026
Good location just off the royal mile friendly staff with quick and easy check in the rooms are small but functional.
Stuart
Stuart, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 6, 2026
Ideal location for getting around centre of Edinburgh.
Excellent cooked breakfast to get you going for the day.
Alan
Alan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2026
Staff were excellent
Brian
Brian, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2025
Staff was great; breakfast good;
Location great
Patricia
Patricia, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2025
Comfortable quiet room, great location, very friendly helpful staff.
Peter
Peter, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2025
it was a good hotel in an excellent location
Carlos
Carlos, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2025
Room comfortable and staff very nice.
Marie
Marie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 10, 2026
All in all good. Very nice location, close to everything. Room was good overall but the room was very loud and noisy, just bring earplugs and you’re good.
Amanda
Amanda, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 13, 2025
Could not be in a better location 200 feet from the Royal Mile. Staff was nice, room was simple and clean. Liked the bar.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 29, 2026
clean room, nice staff, amazing location. but the facilities are not quite good. shower room's water pressure really bad.
JAEWON
JAEWON, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2025
Close to shops and restaurants. Staff were very friendly. Cute hotel
Tammie
Tammie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2025
Clean room, great breakfast, wonderful staff. If you choose to skip room cleaning everyday you get a 5 pound voucher towards drinks in the lobby. Great location.
Richard
Richard, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2025
We loved this hotel. The location was perfect, close to the Royal Mile, shopping, dining, and sight seeing. The staff was very friendly. We would recommend this hotel and woyld definitely return.
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 8, 2025
Room was clean, room service daily. Breakfast was lovely. Staff were helpful. Hotel is very local to Royal mile and about 10min walk from bus station.
Kirsty
Kirsty, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2025
We went with our 2 dogs. The staff were so accommodating. Super friendly. And everything was clean and convenient. Would stay again.
Kayleigh
Kayleigh, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Comfy beds and GREAT location. Very central to everything.
Emily
Emily, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
The hotel was centrally located, easy to get to and from airport, breakfast was great and the staff was amazingly responsive to all of our requests
Timothy
Timothy, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2025
The room was nice, clean, and quiet. The staff were helpful and friendly. The best part is the location, you walk out the door into zHunters Square and then onto the Royal Mile. A great experience
Randall
Randall, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2025
Great location and friendly staff
Edward
Edward, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2025
Mainly the staff at the front desk were very nice
roberto
roberto, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 13, 2025
Great staff, clean room, stellar location. Only downside of the location is it also seems to be a gathering space for the very drunk and disorderly right outside the hotel in the square. It didn’t feel unsafe, but was just noisy at times. Great spot though. Highly recommend.
Zahra A
Zahra A, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 9, 2025
Hotel is very conveniently located right off the Royal mile. Room was clean and comfortable.
Staff were friendly and helpful.
My only complaint is that there was construction and painting happening in the hotel and on our floor, which no one advised us about upon check in. Would be nice to know if hotel is under renovation ahead of time.
Krystyn Lyndsey
Krystyn Lyndsey, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
The room looked newly renovated. Clean & very convenient to exploring Edinburgh. Many food options near by. Breakfast in the hotel is a good option
Bonnie
Bonnie, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 16, 2025
Rooms could use a little refresh. Having stayed at this hotel a couple of times inthe last 5 years the rooms are looking a little tired. Otherwise the hotel location cannot be beat. Perfect for sightseeing and late nights at the pub since there is three just outside!!