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Novotel Edinburgh Centre

4.0 star property
Hotel with a fitness center, a short walk to University of Edinburgh

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (Castle view) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 348
AED 418 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

Room options

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

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • 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)

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

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 13 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Princes Street - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Royal Mile - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

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
  • ‪Brauhaus - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bonnie Burrito - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Ventoux - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Novotel Edinburgh Centre

Upscale hotel near Grassmarket
A short walk from Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh, Novotel Edinburgh Centre provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site restaurant, The TAP Bar & Kitchen, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 180 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate 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, heating, and daily housekeeping

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 transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 22 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking within 1640 ft (GBP 17 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee weekends 7:00 AM–11:00 AM: GBP 19 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service

Restaurants on site

  • The TAP Bar & Kitchen

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center (786 square feet 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 available
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV
  • Digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • 4G smartphone data speed
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Smartphone
  • Smartphone data usage (limited)
  • Soundproofing
  • Water-efficient showers only

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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets 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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

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)

National rating

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

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–10 PM.

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

As of 6 March 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Edinburgh Centre on 10 March 2025 start from $113.86, 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?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for GBP 10 (subject to availability).

Where is Novotel Edinburgh Centre located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of The Meadows, University of Edinburgh, and Grassmarket. Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street are also within 15 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 16 minutes by foot and Haymarket Tram Station is 17 minutes.

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Novotel Edinburgh Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 475 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1010 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant stay especially if travelling with children Pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly, clean and lots of room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good stay here. Close to pubs and restaurants and only a short walk to the castle
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean eco-friendly stay. Staff was very accommodating and it was so very close to everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jemima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My boyfriend and I enjoyed our short stay at the Hotel, for our first times in Edinburgh. A great place for walking all around the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aayush

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location, everything is in walking distance
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
V good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Location, Very Friendly Staff. There are a few things could be done with a little TLC but can't fault the stay for the great price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience was excellent and throughly enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely hotel . Room was good no complaints. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good facilities, well located, good food
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

K.M.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was incredibly nice to us during our stay. The hotel gym is beautiful and was not busy. The room had everything we needed and our coffee and tea facilities got refilled daily. Overall it was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with great facilities and great rooms. Separate shower was nice plus the pool, sauna and jacuzzi
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good facilities. nice rooms. friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, within a walkable distance to main attractions. The room was as expected, clean and the staff helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice and refreshing it being accessible to various places like the bar, swimming area and restaurant. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Liked: Amenities
Awesome place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ysable

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean. Nice area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

John Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed. Great breakfast. Staff friendly. Convenient to Grass Market. Didn't like separate toilet from the bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, lovely modern clean room, good price, room service very reasonably priced
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great and right within walking distance of everything we needed. Also the lobby smells very very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool, sauna, bar, restaurant.... absolutely fantastic!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good family stay
Good location for getting around the city. Friendly helpful staff. Clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great choice for staying near old Edinburgh. highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024