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W Edinburgh

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants, near St James Quarter

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Stunning spiral design building with a spacious courtyard and staircase.
Experience the geometric design of this stylish hallway, featuring a patterned wall and unique ceiling.
Relax in a spacious atrium lounge with a curved sofa and round coffee table, surrounded by a stunning city view.
Relax in a cozy seating area with a bench and comfortable chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a fully stocked bar.
Relax in a spacious bathroom with a bathtub, large mirror, and round sink.
In the heart of Edinburgh, W Edinburgh offers a luxurious retreat with a rooftop terrace and on-site shopping mall. Treat yourself to rejuvenating spa treatments or enjoy local cuisine at one of two restaurants. With high-speed WiFi, 2 bars, and helpful staff highly praised by guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry service

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Espresso maker
The current price is $377
$453 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26

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Superior with Balcony, 2 Doubles | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior with Balcony, 2 Doubles

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

James Craig Deluxe, 2 Doubles

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior with Castle View, King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

James Craig Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior with Balcony, King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

James Craig Deluxe, King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior with View, King

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Penthouse

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe, 2 Doubles

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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James Craig Deluxe Suite, King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

James Craig Deluxe Suite, King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe, King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Suite with Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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W Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

W Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for James Craig Deluxe Suite, 2 Doubles

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

James Craig Deluxe Suite, 2 Doubles

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 St. James Square, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3AX

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 37 min drive
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 28 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Zara - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pho - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys St. James Quarter - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Salerno Pizza - ‬1 min walk

About this property

W Edinburgh

W Edinburgh features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 5-minute walk of Princes Street. You can indulge in massages, body wraps, or mani/pedis, and SUSHISAMBA, one of 2 restaurants, serves lunch and dinner. This luxurious hotel is also within just a 10-minute walk of Royal Mile and George Street. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 4 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

Languages

Arabic, Bulgarian, Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Slovenian, Spanish, Thai

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 244 rooms
    • Arranged over 12 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Guests are required to download the property's Marriott Bonvoy mobile app before check-in
DONE

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
DONE

Children

    • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured covered onsite valet parking (GBP 40.00 per stay)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (3046 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2023
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Shopping mall on site
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • No plastic coffee stirrers

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 43
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch LCD TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 5 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

Dining

SUSHISAMBA - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
W Lounge - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open daily.
Joao's Place - Onsite bar. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 80.0 per night

Parking

  • Covered valet parking costs GBP 40.00 per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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 accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

W Edinburgh Hotel
W Edinburgh EDINBURGH
W Edinburgh Hotel EDINBURGH

Frequently asked questions

Does W Edinburgh offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, W Edinburgh 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.

Are pets allowed at W Edinburgh?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at W Edinburgh?

Yes. Valet parking costs GBP 40.00 per stay. Electric vehicle charging is available.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in are available.

What is there to do at W Edinburgh and nearby?

W Edinburgh has 2 bars and spa services.

Are there restaurants at or near W Edinburgh?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining and local cuisine.

What's the area around W Edinburgh like?

W Edinburgh is in Edinburgh City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from St Andrew Square Tram Stop and 9 minutes' walk from Royal Mile.

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W Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as amazing, excellent, and out of the world with a delightful selection and impeccable attention to detail. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay in Edinburgh at the W Hotel. The service was excellent, with attentive staff across all areas, including the bar, restaurants, and reception. The breakfast was truly amazing!
Wendy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a great place to stay. Close to Edinburgh Castle, museums and shopping.
cynthia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful modern luxury hotel in Edinburgh city centre. Next door to new shopping centre and very close to train station and theatre. Amazing views across Edinburgh from restaurant at breakfast. Staff were very helpful and professional.
Moira, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was exceptionally nice. The room was amazingly large and elegant.
Amy, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay

Amazing customer service, very helpful staff and beautiful hotel
Cara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Myself & my husband stayed at the hotel for 2 nights in June 2025, when we arrived at the hotel at 4pm our room wasn’t ready so we were offered a complimentary drink in the W lounge. The lounge has stunning 360 views over the city,
Emma, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel in central location
edward, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel with top notch facilities including a well equipped gym and a great terrace with 360 views, great cocktails and cafe del mar style soundtrack. Great restaurants.
Chiara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great new hotel for city centre
Nicola, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is the best hotel in Edinburgh cant wait to return and the staff are all amazing. The breakfast is out of the world !. We really enjoyed the shopping around St James area and the restaurants are all great. The room was absolutely amazing we had a fantastic balcony and everything was new and fresh.
DEBORAH, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property great service
Marlon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was very clean, the service was good and the rooms were nice
Husaam, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are wonderful.
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff great , amazing views The room was wonderful
Julie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We booked two twin rooms for our family trip to Edinburgh (2 adults + 2 teenagers). We loved the location of the hotel - seemed close to everything we wanted to do. We liked that it was new and fun - in no way stuffy!
Joanna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing

Amazing
Guy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the W Edingburg. Staff was exceptional. Well done on the renovations. Room felt comfortable and stylish. Sushi restaurant was also amazing.
Alexandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful new building, fabulous facilities, very restful and enjoyable stay. Scottish breakfast a bit dry and tasteless, but otherwise everything tip top.
Judith, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this accommodation, very welcoming friendly staff and our room was amazing.
Andrea, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous hotel. Everything was excellent from the welcome champagne at check in to the champagne at check out! Staff were lovely and rooms fabulous. Will definitely visit again.
Jacqueline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The only down side is lack of pool and steam / sauna room for guest use without paying extra otherwise good location.
Amarjit, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely clean, modern hotel. Great room and facilities. Ideal location.
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location
Scott, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good hotel

Very good Hotel at all aspects.
Christer, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, views from roof stunning.
brian, 1-night trip