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Novotel Edinburgh Centre

4.0 star property
Hotel with indoor pool, near Edinburgh Castle

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Novotel Edinburgh Centre offers a stylish retreat close to Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket. Relax in the sauna or indoor pool, work out at the gym, and enjoy delicious meals at The TAP Bar & Kitchen. With free in-room WiFi, multilingual staff, and helpful concierge services.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is CNY891
CNY1,070 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2

Why we love this property

Culinary conscious
Savor locally-sourced and organic food at the restaurant, or enjoy vegan and vegetarian options at the bar. Full breakfast includes vegetarian choices.
Premium sleep comfort
Guestrooms feature hypo-allergenic bedding for a restorative night's sleep. The 24-hour room service and in-room minibar complete this luxury experience.

Room options

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(72 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (Castle view)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (Castle view)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
80 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 9DE

What's nearby

  • Princes Street Gardens - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grassmarket - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 36 min drive
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 15 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 19 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 19 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 16 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 17 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Cloisters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Blue Blazer - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Fiddler's Arms - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪West Port Oracle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Mill - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Novotel Edinburgh Centre

When you stay at Novotel Edinburgh Centre, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket and University of Edinburgh. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at The TAP Bar & Kitchen, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a fitness center, and a sauna. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 180 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • 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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Children

    • Up to 2 children (15 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 24 per night)
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Offsite parking within 1640 ft (GBP 24 per day); discounts available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center (786 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • 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
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Dining

The TAP Bar & Kitchen - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 21 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 24 per night
  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 24 per day (1640 ft away)
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 10 PM

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher 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.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

Novotel Edinburgh Centre
Novotel Hotel Edinburgh Centre
Accor Edinburgh Centre
Edinburgh Novotel
Novotel Edinburgh Centre Hotel Edinburgh
Novotel Edinburgh Centre Scotland
Novotel Edinburgh Centre Hotel
Novotel Edinburgh Centre Hotel
Novotel Edinburgh Centre Edinburgh
Novotel Edinburgh Centre Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does Novotel Edinburgh Centre offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Novotel Edinburgh Centre 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.

Is there a pool at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7 AM to 10 PM.

Are pets allowed at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 24 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Novotel Edinburgh Centre and nearby?

Novotel Edinburgh Centre has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The TAP Bar & Kitchen.

What's the area around Novotel Edinburgh Centre like?

Novotel Edinburgh Centre is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 13-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle and 17 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Novotel Edinburgh Centre Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were plentiful and very good, with some reviewers noting it was included with their stay. (65 reviews)
  • The pool was a great bonus, enjoyed by many guests, and a wonderful addition to the property. (40 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant and bar offered great food, good service, and a lovely atmosphere with live music. (13 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, great location.
Anthony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Yes pet friendly
Rebecca, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were quite clean and you can find many restaurant nearly at hotel also location of the hotel was good. It can be given a good rating in terms of price-performance ratio.
Onur, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, comfy beds, cosey vibes and beautiful breakfast!
Katy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in a great location!
Sian C, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It was a great stay
Joanne, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great hotel grealocation great food
Tracy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and spacious, all amenities supplied. The staff were kind and courteous, nothing too much trouble. The restaurant and bar staff were efficient and friendly. Overall this was a lovely break for me.
Sandra, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel would thoroughly recommend. Staff were super friendly, room was modern and clean, and location was great.
Nichola, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was clean, the breakfast was varied and good.
Diane, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and spacious. my room was cleaned every day and we had bottles of water and fresh milk every day.
Ruth, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service from staff at reception and also staff in the restaurant
Paul, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice clean room, good location, excellent breakfast including a waffle iron!
Benjamin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Modern, clean & good location.
Emma, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice staff and room
Allen, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean hotel, friendly staff
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay! Very nice location! Pretty and near old town! I loved my stay will be back! Only minus was the fire alarm going off early hours sat morning
Kyla, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great property, with well furnished rooms and breakfast options.
Parikshit, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is perfect for visiting the main sights as it’s right on the doorstep of the old town. It provides excellent value for money with clean. Modern rooms, comfortable beds and pillows, hearty vast selection at breakfast and friendly staff. Highly recommended.
Mary, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was very clean. however the bathroom is a very odd set up and is small, separate toilet again very small. Was disappointed with the view which was at the back of the hotel looking at the bins. (room 202)
Melani, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed our experience here. Hotel was spotless, room was warm and spacious. Separate toilet and bathroom with shower AND separate bath. Use of pool, gym and sauna are an excellent bonus. Would definitely stay again.
Amy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room and nice people at the desk.
Glenn, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and very comfortable. Great location, walkable to everything.
Nancy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good stay and liked how easy it was to walk to see all the Edinburgh sights.
sandra, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location for a short stay in Edinburgh. Breakfast was very good. The room was clean and spacious. The pool was a great bonus and we used it every day after touring the city.
Daniel, 3-night trip