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Novotel Edinburgh Centre

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near University of Edinburgh

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
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Exterior
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Bar (on property)
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Restaurant

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Map
80 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 9DE
  • Popular LocationGrassmarket6 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Edinburgh8 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle13 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)24 min drive

Room options

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

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

  • 296 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

  • 296 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

  • 296 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

City center retreat .Within a 10-minute walk of this Old Town Edinburgh hotel, you'll find University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket. Also, Edinburgh Castle is within half a mile (1 km) and Princes Street is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 6 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 13 min walk
  • Princes Street - 14 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 17 min walk

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 15 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 16 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Fiddler's Arms - 5 min walk
  • The Blue Blazer - 4 min walk
  • Lovecrumbs - 3 min walk
  • The Ventoux - 3 min walk
  • Brauhaus - 2 min walk

About this property

Novotel Edinburgh Centre

4-star hotel near University of Edinburgh
Novotel Edinburgh Centre offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 786 square feet (73 square meters) and includes a conference center. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Novotel Edinburgh Centre. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 180 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • 786 sq ft of conference space
  • 73 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Edinburgh Centre offers 180 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Digital television is provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

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

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking within 0.3 miles (GBP 17 per day); discounts available
  • Self parking on site (GBP 22 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 19 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • 4G smartphone data speed
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Limited smartphone data usage
  • Phone
  • Smartphone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 15 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 19 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 22 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 17 per day (1640 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 10 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 15 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

How close is Novotel Edinburgh Centre to the airport?

Novotel Edinburgh Centre is 7.5 mi (25-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 13, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Edinburgh Centre on May 19, 2024 start from $212.93, 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 Novotel Edinburgh Centre have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Novotel Edinburgh Centre.

How close is Novotel Edinburgh Centre to the beach?

This hotel is 3.8 mi (18-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 19 mi (44-min drive) from Silver Sands Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Novotel Edinburgh Centre offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Novotel Edinburgh Centre, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 19 per person.

Is there a casino at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

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

Is there free parking at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 22 per night.

Does Novotel Edinburgh Centre have a pool?

Novotel Edinburgh Centre features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7 AM to 10 PM.

Does Novotel Edinburgh Centre have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Novotel Edinburgh Centre have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Novotel Edinburgh Centre to downtown Edinburgh?

Novotel Edinburgh Centre is 0.7 mi away from Edinburgh.

Novotel Edinburgh Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 469 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 326 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1004 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee Tapiwa

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Very good service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place with a smaller family. Central location and breakfast were key.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Colette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central work a swimming pool
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The swimming pool is really great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kerry

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Hiren

Traveled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jancika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great 2 night stay
Very clean and comfortable beds. Good location - 10 minutes walk to the Royal Mile and the Castle. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024