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Novotel Edinburgh Centre

4.0 star property
Hotel with indoor pool, near Edinburgh Castle

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Daily full breakfast (GBP 18 per person)
Interior
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
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

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk

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 $131
$158 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10

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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • 25 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Bathrobes
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Family Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed

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

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 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
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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80 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 9DE

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Princes Street - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Royal Mile - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

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

  • ‪Cloisters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪West Port Oracle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lovecrumbs - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Maison de Moggy - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Mill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Novotel Edinburgh Centre

Novotel Edinburgh Centre puts you 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
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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 22 per night)
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Offsite parking within 1640 ft (GBP 22 per day); discounts available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 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 18 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 22 per night
  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 22 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.
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 22 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 Edinburgh City Centre, 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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Novotel Edinburgh Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
Breakfast
Family friendly
Lobby
Children
Bed
Shower
Castle

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, excellent, superb, and plentiful with a wide range of options. (58 reviews)
  • The indoor pool was a great bonus, enjoyed by many guests for a refreshing swim. (38 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant and bar offered great food, good atmosphere, and live music, making it a family-friendly dining experience. (12 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Great hotel grealocation great food
Tracy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable, and friendly

Very comfortable stay and extremely helpful staff.
Dominic, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely rooms and spacious. The location was central to Edinburgh which made most attractions in walking distance. Staff were very nice and helpful too.
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Family friendly, clean and lots of room.
MELISSA, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, everything is in walking distance
Joel, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean, good facilities, well located, good food
Brett, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pool, sauna, bar, restaurant.... absolutely fantastic!!!
Irina, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel with great facilities and great rooms. Separate shower was nice plus the pool, sauna and jacuzzi
Gill, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great choice for staying near old Edinburgh. highly recommend
Ryan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable and convenient

Nice hotel. Good breakfast. Location ok for us- about 30min walk from station and £8 in taxi from centre.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay

Comfortable, friendly staff, and central! Also has a bar/ restaurant.
Michelle, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

What a wonderful host Craig was .. loved being at the hotel
Shweta, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The stay was excellent. The only criticism I have is that the TV in the room was not smart, therefore we could not watch Netflix or other streaming services.
Gleyce, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a great place to stay for my family while we visited Edinburgh. Very walkable to Old Town, with some coffee shops along the way.
Elizabeth, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Not usually one to leave reviews but the staff are so friendly and helpful that I had too. Would definitely stay here again if I come back to Edinburgh.
Craig, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely stay and really good location. Staff were all really helpful. Only downside was the temperature in the room - really hot even with the fan to be able to sleep
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good family stay

Good location for getting around the city. Friendly helpful staff. Clean room.
Sarah, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and clean. Nice area.
Ysable, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We enjoyed our stay very much and all staff was friendly enough. However on arrival at reception we were just handed over our room key with no directions. I had to ask which floor we were in and looked around and spotted the lifts ourselves. On entering the lift we wasn't told to tap the key to the special part. We didnt go anywhere for 5 mins until someone entered the lift and explained to us what to do! I think this could have been explained to us when we were handed our key at reception.
Rowena, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast buffet was excellent. Pool was great but the hot tub was only warm. A very pleasant stay.
Laura, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Very clean. Friendly staff.
Jason, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A nice stay.

Really enjoyed our few days away. Staff were friendly, room and bed were really comfortable and pool area was nice and relaxing. My only issue was that we went into the pool after it was cleaned and me and my partner could barely open our eyes they were stinging that much and we were coughing quite a bit from the chlorine. It was slightly painful.
Tom, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good place. Centrally located. Loved it
harishanthan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always excellent

Always love staying at this Novotel. Perfect location, friendly staff, excellent pool and leisure facilities. Excellent range and high quality breakfast. We shall be returning again.
Jennifer, 1-night trip