Novotel Edinburgh Centre

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel near Edinburgh Castle
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Novotel Edinburgh Centre

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

Overview of Novotel Edinburgh Centre

Reviews
8.4

Very good

Highlight
  • Offers an on-site restaurant. Only 5% of properties have this in Edinburgh.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
The price is AU$277
Price available on 24/3/2024

Explore the area

80 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 9DE
  • Popular LocationGrassmarket6 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle13 min walk
  • Popular LocationPrinces Street14 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)24 min drive
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Room options

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh, Novotel Edinburgh Centre is in the city centre. Notable landmarks in the area include Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Tynecastle Stadium. Guests appreciate the hotel's location for the sightseeing.

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

Upscale hotel near Edinburgh Castle
Novotel Edinburgh Centre is located close to Royal Mile, and provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Be sure to enjoy a meal at The TAP Bar & Kitchen, the on-site restaurant. In addition to a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • A front desk safe, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free property and a lift
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 180 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 55-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and electrical adapters/chargers

Languages

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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 17 per day); discounts available
  • Parking on site (GBP 22 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • The TAP Bar & Kitchen

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (786 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • 4G smartphone data speed
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • 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 and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
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 are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 15 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 7 AM to 10 PM
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
Parking height restrictions apply
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

Does Novotel Edinburgh Centre have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7 AM to 10 PM.

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

As of 19 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Edinburgh Centre on 24 Mar 2024 start from AU$277.49, 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.

Is Novotel Edinburgh Centre pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

Self-parking is available for GBP 22 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

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

What time is check-out at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for GBP 10 (subject to availability).

Where is Novotel Edinburgh Centre located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of The Meadows and Edinburgh Castle. University of Edinburgh and Princes Street are also within 2 miles (3 km). Princes Street Tram Stop is 16 minutes by foot and Haymarket Tram Station is 17 minutes.

Novotel Edinburgh Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 461 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 339 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1006 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

6/10 Okay

Keith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Although this will seem negative, it really should just read as average. I probably won't stay here again as there are other better properties, to my taste, in the immediate area. This was definitely a corporate property. It seemed like every penny was being counted. No wash cloths, adds everywhere for bonus points for not using services. Pass cards and tokens needed to use various facilities, not just available with your room key. We requested additional towels and they were never delivered. I had to ask housekeeping for some off the cart. The staff was universally very nice, the facility was clean, so ultimately an acceptable stay but not exceptional. Also problematic was the ubiquitous perfume/deodorizing scents. Very irritating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overall experience! Only thing I would say was that some things in the room do need to be replaced, for examples the carpet did have multiple stains. Other than that, everything was great, I would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, knowledgeable and helpful staff, fun bar
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Antonios

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location allows to walk in all of the city. Good rooms. Good breakfast. Parking is available also but limited spaces and has EV charging which is a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

ketan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Samantha

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
We arrived a little early for the checking in and was told to take a seat in reception at someone from check on would call us at the allocated check in time. This didn't happen so at 3pm there was a massive influx of people so had to queue up for around 45mins to check in. When we finally got to the room, the it was dirty. Bits of skin on bed, dead fly's on window, brown stains on carpet. The bathroom was filthy. So we complained and was told that another room would be allocated. Another 30 minutes later we were given alternative room. But this was also just as bad. We went to the reception to complain that this was not good enough to be told there was nothing further they could do, but they would happily give us a refund and asked us how quickly we could get our bags together. Baring in mind this was a Friday evening just as the school half term holidays were starting, and we have a teenage son, so walking round the streets of Edinburgh on on Friday night with no where to go was not an option, so basically told to put up with it. This is definitely not a 4 star hotel. Do not stay here if there are rooms available else where.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Denise

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

10/10 Excellent

Lee Tapiwa

Travelled 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

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Indoor Pool & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
4.0