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Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

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Rooftop terrace
Meeting facility
Cafe
Reception
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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1 India Buildings, Victoria Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2EX
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (Chamber, Terrace)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (Chamber, Terrace)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Kasbah Tamadot Suite

  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room (Chamber)

Twin Room (Chamber)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed (Chamber)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(56 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed (Chamber, Castle View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Chamber Junior Suite

Grand Chamber Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Grand Chamber Queen Suite

  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds

Family King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Chamber)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Castle View King Suite

  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar

Eve Branson Suite

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Chamber)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sir Richard's Flat

Sir Richard's Flat

  • 73 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Room, 1 King Bed

Grand Chamber King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ted's Suite

Ted's Suite

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Old Town Edinburgh hotel, you'll find Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle. University of Edinburgh and Royal Mile are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Princes Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal Mile - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Deacon Brodies Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Bow Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Knoops - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Barantine - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Elephant House Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5-star luxury hotel near Grassmarket
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury Virgin Hotels Edinburgh. Parking is available for a fee.

This 5-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 222 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh offers 222 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking within 1 mile (GBP 148 per day)
  • Valet parking on site (GBP 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 25 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50.0 per day.
  • 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 25.00 per person
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 45.0 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Offsite parking fee: GBP 148 per day (1 mi away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50.0 per day

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
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • 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

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Hotel

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

How close is Virgin Hotels Edinburgh to the airport?

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh is 7.8 mi (37-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh?

As of May 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh on Jun 7, 2026 start from CA $521, 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 Virgin Hotels Edinburgh have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh.

How close is Virgin Hotels Edinburgh to the beach?

This hotel is 3.4 mi (22-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.5 mi (42-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Virgin Hotels Edinburgh offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 25.00 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh?

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

Is there free parking at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for GBP 45.0 per night.

Does Virgin Hotels Edinburgh have a pool?

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh does not have a pool.

Does Virgin Hotels Edinburgh have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like brunch and light fare.

Does Virgin Hotels Edinburgh have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Virgin Hotels Edinburgh to downtown Edinburgh?

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh is 0.4 mi away from Edinburgh.

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1199 out of 1487 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 169 out of 1487 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1487 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1487 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1487 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a perfect location in Edinburgh. The room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the staff made us feel very welcome. I would definitely stay here again when in Edinburgh!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ailish

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was fantastic! The staff was phenomenal, the location was smack in the center of everything, the room was modern and clean and the housekeeping services were incredible. We truly had an amazing time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

ken

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Virgin Edinburgh are very friendly and accommodating !
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great time spent at the hotel , friendly staff who were very accommodating and in a very central location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location. Room was lovely a bit small but the bathroom area spacious. Definitely would recommend. Had a bar snack in the commons bar and restaurant which was really good. Xx
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel smelt lovely staff all very friendly and helpful, perfect location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Stephen

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Emma

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool vibes! Friendly staff and great restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Giorgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was friendly, room was clean, location was great
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Halo

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mariam

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff is friendly and nice and they had great suggestions for places to eat and to visit. Just keep in mind the "ground" floor in this hotel in floor number 6 so if you like to get a good view i believe it's better to book rooms in the upper floors. Overall, the hotel have a perfect locations where you are on the famous Victoria street directly and close to Edinburgh castle and have alot of good restaurants around it. Would definitely come back again to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly and attentive. A great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel very nice throughout, all staff pleasant and helpful, excellent breakfast choice and quality. Perfect location for exploring city centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Will

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cameron, Annan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic team, elevated finishes within rooms, good vibe overall. Bar staff incredibly welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026