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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Overview
Rooms
Location
Amenities
Policies

4-star hotel with indoor pool, near Edinburgh Castle

8.2/10 Very good

1,004 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

Pool

Pet-friendly

Parking available

Free WiFi

Restaurant

Connecting rooms available

Price available on 7/6/2023

80 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 9DE

Main amenities

Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Indoor pool
Breakfast available
Fitness centre
Sauna
Self parking
24-hour room service
Conference centre
Business centre
24-hour front desk
Computer station

For families

Children stay free
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

In Old Town Edinburgh
University of Edinburgh - 8 min walk
Edinburgh Castle - 13 min walk
Princes Street - 14 min walk
Royal Mile - 17 min walk
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 26 min walk
Murrayfield Stadium - 35 min walk
Grassmarket - 1 min drive
National Museum of Scotland - 2 min drive
Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 2 min drive
St. Giles' Cathedral - 2 min drive

Getting around

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 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 - 22 min walk

Restaurants

Lovecrumbs - 3 min walk
The Blue Blazer - 4 min walk
Brauhaus - 2 min walk
Maison de Moggy - 5 min walk
Tasty Buns Bakery - 3 min walk

About this property

Novotel Edinburgh Centre

When you stay at Novotel Edinburgh Centre, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle 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. This upmarket hotel also features a bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a sauna. Fellow travellers say great things about the breakfast and central location.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected

Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter

Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

Check-in

Contactless social distancing and check-out

Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property

Protective shields in place at main contact areas

Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff

Temperature checks given to staff

Temperature checks available for guests

Hand sanitiser provided

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place

Individually wrapped food options available for breakfast, dinner and through room service

This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

180 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

Check-in time from 3:00 PM until midnight
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability

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

Children

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

Pets

Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome

Internet

Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

On-site self-parking (GBP 22 per night)
On-site parking is limited
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
Off-site parking nearby (GBP 17 per day; discounts available)

Other information

Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

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

Working away

Business centre
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference centre (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 centre
An indoor pool
Sauna

Accessibility

Lift
Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
Roll-in shower (selected rooms)
Wheelchair-accessible
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

55-inch TV
Digital TV channels

Home comfort

Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Smartphone with 4G data speed, limited data usage
Phone
Electrical adapters/chargers

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

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

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 19 per person
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10 (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 22 per night
Parking is available off-site and costs GBP 17 per day (0.3 mi away)
Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool access available from 7 AM to 10 PM

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F; guest room doors are sealed after cleaning.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitiser; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast and dinner, and also through room service.

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

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.

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 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

As of 2 June 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Edinburgh Centre on 7 June 2023 start from AU$632, including 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.

What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.

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 22 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.

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

You can check in from 3:00 PM - midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing 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 centre.

Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

Yes, there's an on-site 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 8 minutes' walk from University of Edinburgh. Our travellers say that the local area is very central.

8.2

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.5/10

Staff & service

8.1/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Very good

31 May 2023

Curate's Egg

First the Good. Arrived early and the excellent team on reception let us book in and store our bags while we went out. On our return rooms where ready. Quick freshen up and out for something to eat. Now the not so Good. When we returned we we found we had a plumbing problem with one of our rooms. Now the Good. After investigation it was decided that we would be given a different room. Big Thank You to the reception manager for resolving it so quickly on a busy Bank Holiday Saturday. Now the Unusual. The Hotel has modern layouts in the rooms, this means the there are no bathroom walls and the Bathroom Sink was the first thing we saw when we opened the door and entered the room. The Shower and Toilet doors are heavy frosted glass but do not provide 100% privacy. Summary The unusual layout was an item for discussion with the family and friends and the privacy surprise was not a generational thing. That aside the Staff, Service, Hotel and Location (Near the Half Marathon start reason for stay) was very nice and we would happily stay again if the opportunity occurs.