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voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG

4.0 star property
4-star Georgian hotel near Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Dinner served, local cuisine, garden views
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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18 Royal Terrace, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH7 5AQ
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Edinburgh

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Edinburgh City Centre hotel, you'll find Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street. Also, St James Quarter is within half a mile (1 km) and St. Andrew Square is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Calton Hill - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Princes Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Royal Mile - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • George Street - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 14 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 14 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lantern Room - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪CC Blooms - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kul - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Down the Hatch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Regent Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG

4-star Georgian hotel near Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1873 square feet (174 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 99 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1873 sq ft of conference space
  • 174 sq m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG offers 99 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 1 mile (GBP 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 19.50 for adults and GBP 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 79 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 19.5 for adults and GBP 9 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 15.00 per day (5249 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

voco Edinburgh Royal Terrace an IHG Hotel
voco Edinburgh Royal Terrace an IHG Hotel
voco Edinburgh Royal Terrace an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG to the airport?

Voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG is 8.7 mi (45-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG?

As of Apr 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG on Apr 26, 2026 start from CA $206, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG.

How close is voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 2.5 mi (17-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 13.7 mi (37-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 19.5 for adults and GBP 9 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG have a pool?

Voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG does not have a pool.

Does voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG have a restaurant?

Voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG is home to Terrace Restaurant, which features local cuisine, garden views, and al fresco dining.

Does voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG to downtown Edinburgh?

Voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG is 0.4 mi away from Edinburgh.

voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 452 out of 966 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 966 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 966 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 966 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 966 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel views were beautiful! The rooms were clean and the beds very comfortable. The bathroom had a bathtub so I could take a bath which was lovely. Breakfast was ok but having a restaurant was a plus on the nights we didn’t want to go out. I enjoyed my stay and would go back.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Alexander J

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

james, surrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay & will stay again at this hotel. Everything was to our satisfaction, the only small grumble was the noise that the air conditioning/heating fan made. We were able to turn the fan off, it probably just needs a quick service. Apart from that the royal terrace hotel first class .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diana Patricia Castro

Amenities were great! There was tea, coffee, water and candy. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dorota

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is very special location in Edinburgh. Hotel itself is lovely with large rooms and high ceilings. The only concern is that there are some rooms located in the lower level (basement), we were lucky that our request to change the room to upper floor was met by the manager and we had a lovely view of the back gardens. Apparently it's recommended to request that the room will not be in the basement but I was told that it is not guarantied.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

SIMON james

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes staff very helpful, room was clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Raja

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good service. Friendly staff. Outstanding breakfast and room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Belovia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing is when I booked the hotel I didn't know not every hotel room has a bath tub. It would have been even more perfect if we get a nice room with a bath tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Susan

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness
The bathtub in our room was heavily damaged. The plexiglass divider only covered about one third of the tub, so showering sprayed water everywhere. Neither the tub nor the sink got cleaned. The floor was not swept. One day, no dirty glasses or mugs were removed. Another day, bathroom cups were taken away but not replaced. Overall, the room was outdated and shabby. Our room door had coffee (we think) all over the outside. Hot beverage machines in the breakfast room went out of order both days we ate there. Some light fixtures are missing, some have burnt out bulbs, and most had dead bugs in them. There were cobwebs on some fixtures, too. I had been told that since our arrival date was my friend’s birthday, there would be a card and a free bottle of sparkling wine in the room. Neither happened. When I asked at the desk, though, and showed staff the messages, they quickly gave us a bottle in an ice bucket, along with glasses. The property feels neglected. The only good things for us were the location and the staff (except the random guys doing maintenance and housekeeping).
Bathroom with non-functioning towel-warming rack
Horrible bathtub
As good as it looked, but the floor slants.
Tea tray
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Gillean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We just stayed one night this time - without breakfast due to an early start - but the impression was so good we’ll definitely be back. The location is excellent, the staff were extremely helpful and the level of comfort was high.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Behrad, Los Angeles

Travelled with family
Based on my extensive travel experience, this property aligns more closely with a 3-star hotel rather than a 4-star. Below are my honest and factual observations: • Heating system: The heating did not function on the first night. After multiple requests, the hotel provided two floor-mounted radiators as a temporary solution. We were promised a refund for that night, which was never issued. The heating system was never properly repaired during our stay. • Room size: The room was significantly smaller than what was advertised on Expedia and did not match the photos provided. • Bed quality: The double bed was too small for two adults and extremely uncomfortable, resulting in daily back pain. • Floor condition: The floors are very old and produce loud, unusual noises when walking. • Bathroom condition: There was visible mold in certain areas. The bathroom layout is poorly designed and poses a risk of minor injury while showering. • Room service: While generally acceptable, it was consistently incomplete. • Television: The TV initially did not include a remote control. I had to go to the lobby to request one. • Breakfast: Breakfast was repetitive and very basic. Items were often empty, requiring waits of up to 10 minutes for refills. Coffee machines were occasionally out of order. • Positive notes: The hotel location is good, and most staff members were polite and respectful. Overall, the experience did not meet the expectations of a 4-star hotel.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful older hotel! The room was huge!! The ceilings were super high as well. Really lovely view, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gianfranco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was absolutely incredible and the staff was so kind! They helped me with my early check in and were just overall beyond helpful if I had any questions or requests! I’d love and definitely will stay with them again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Natalia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, clean room
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and check out. Staff really polite and helpful, room was really clean and spacious. The complimentary tea, coffee, water and biscuits went down a treat. The hotel decor/architecture was a delight for the eyes and the variety at breakfast was wonderful too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aisling

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
very cold room. although they said the system was ok it wasn't ok. they had something that turned on at certain times. in the bathroom i found hair on the face cloth and in the sink there were eyelashes from the previous customer. although hsk was supposed to clean the next day he didn't even come close to take them from there. that's where i found them i don't recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khattar, Salmiya

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk and housekeeping staff went abice and beyond to be helpful. Very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
A very cold room and quite nosy ( pipes, water). It's ok for a couple of nights but not very comfy overall. Good location and staff are friendly. It could do with more attention to detail. It was a bit disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Gilberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast should be improved. Staff members always kind but cutlery, mugs and plates most of them dirty. Glass and mugs shelves dirty. Jams and Nutella should be single-portion, not hygienic in unique jar for all guests…we did find crumbs in the Nutella jar. We did find 2 long hair in the buffet in 3 days breakfast: one in the mushroom and one in the tomatoes tray, both reported to the staff. When we arrived, we weren't told the heating was out of order. The room was cold, so we tried turning on the central heating and get out for dinner. When we returned, the room was still cold, and when we reported at the reception, they told us there was an issue and that we would have to use a portable heater. Voco is a nice hotel but I’d choose another option when I’ll be back to Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Martin

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Water pouring from the light fitting and extractor fan above our bath. I told reception that the room and the room above were dangerous and putting people at risk (water and electricity aren't a great combination) and she was like a robot repeating that she was sorry but her maintenance team had said it was fixed. It was almost certainly the waste pipe from the bath in the room above so the only way to fix that would be to either lift that bath out or go in from the ceiling below. So, if you want a hotel that puts guests at risk and takes chances with your family, this is the one for you!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel reception staff were welcoming and very helpful. The room was very comfortable and clean. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

john w

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aye nice stay. The staff where lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025