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Novotel Edinburgh Centre

4.0 star property
Hotel with indoor pool, near Edinburgh Castle

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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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar

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 $82
$99 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026

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

Available filters for rooms
Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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

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
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

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
Sofa bed - double
  • 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
Rainfall showerhead
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

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
Sofa bed - double
  • 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
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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
(49 reviews)

Highlights

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

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$97 total
includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
80 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 9DE

What's nearby

  • Princes Street Gardens - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grassmarket - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 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
  • ‪Hey Palu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lovecrumbs - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Maison de Moggy - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Novotel Edinburgh Centre

When you stay at Novotel Edinburgh Centre, you'll be 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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.

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

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

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

The room was clean, the breakfast was varied and good.
Diane, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service from staff at reception and also staff in the restaurant
Paul, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great hotel grealocation great food
Tracy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay! Very nice location! Pretty and near old town! I loved my stay will be back! Only minus was the fire alarm going off early hours sat morning
Kyla, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Good stay and liked how easy it was to walk to see all the Edinburgh sights.
sandra, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A bit on the pricey side and not the most modern hotel, but it was a nice clean room and you can walk to the castle and old town in a couple of minutes which is handy.
Adrian, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location/pleasant experience

Good location. Size and comfort of the rooms was good too. Beds comfortable. Wish the toilet and bathroom were attached. Its inconvenient to use the toilet in one spot and have to go to the bathroom to wash your hands. Expensive as well.
Suha, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very modern, clean, close to everything
Sandeep, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, friendly staff.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location Perfect rooms and facilities with kind and professional staff
RaouF, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overnight stay

It was clean and comfortable. There is a small on site parking lot that we were able to use, which was very convenient for our car rental. They had an excellent breakfast buffet that is included with your stay. I would say they do need update the carpet and furniture in the room we stayed in, it is looking worn.
Darrell, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with great amenities
Clayton, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel stay was excellent, clean , comfortable and staff very helpful . The breakfast was superb . Will definitely be staying there again 👍
John, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

GOOD LOCATION
Rodney, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

They could up their game on the food, but the location can't be beat. I also really like the staff. They were friendly and responsive.
tanya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean and quiet hotel would definitely stay again
Robert, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place in the heart of old town!
BRIAN, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was unseasonably hot while we were there…appreciated the fan they provided.
ANGELA, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Valerie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I love the location, the pool, and the staff have always been good here. Breakfast is okay. Rooms are decent.
William, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel

Central hotel, rooms spacious and comfortable. Had a problem booking in as room not ready after asking I was offered a different room on different floor from friends. But Edinburgh very busy at the moment.
Alison, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overall a great stay! Lower scores in comfort resulting from lack of a/c or airflow in room. Very warm in afternoon. They did have a fan and ability to open windows slightly. So we were ok. The bathroom design was odd with the commode in it own room separate from shower and sink
Kathryn, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable, and friendly

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