Novotel Edinburgh Centre

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December 2024

January 2025

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

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Room service

Gym

24/7 front desk

Explore the area

80 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 9DE

Princes Street Gardens
6 min walk
Grassmarket
6 min walk
University of Edinburgh
8 min walk
Edinburgh (EDI)
25 min drive

Room options

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

28 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

22 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

25 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Pool

Free WiFi

Restaurant

Gym

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

2 Jan - 3 Jan

About this property

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

Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a sauna are onsite. Change of towels is available on request.

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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Novotel Edinburgh Centre. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from University of Edinburgh. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an indoor pool and a restaurant.

Free WiFi
Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
Full breakfast served weekends for a fee
Self parking available for a fee
Take a swim in the indoor pool
Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
Onsite recreation includes a gym and a sauna
Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
Within a 15-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh
Pets welcome for a fee

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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekends from 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

The TAP Bar & Kitchen - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.

24-hour room service is available.

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 public transport

Self parking on site (GBP 22 per night)
Limited on-site parking
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
Off-site 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 centre
Indoor pool
Sauna

Family friendly

Indoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

Banquet hall
Lift
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 centre
Computer station
Conference centre (786 square feet of space)
Meeting rooms

Accessibility

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

At least 80% of 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 and organised tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drinks 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

Bathroom

Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels

Entertainment

55-inch TV
Digital channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker

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

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.

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

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 Edinburgh

Novotel Edinburgh Centre Hotel Edinburgh

Novotel Edinburgh Centre Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Katherine

20 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend getaway

The hotel is in a great location, with an easy walk to Grassmarket. The room was spacious and decorated very nicely. The staff were great and the breakfast was extremely good! The only downside was that the room was very hot, and the thermostat was difficult to use. It wouldn’t stop me from staying here again though!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Travelled with group

19 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

Hotel was lovely, car park on-site was handy, reception staff appeared poorly trained or just not upto the job on checkin. Night reception staff were great

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

15 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Lovely stay and really good location. Staff were all really helpful. Only downside was the temperature in the room - really hot even with the fan to be able to sleep

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jordan

Travelled with partner

15 Sept 2024

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Room was mostly nice and clean, but some staining on the carpets. Staff were really friendly and attentive. We booked a castle view room, which was way more expensive than other rooms, and barely had a view of the castle. We could mostly see the building across the road. Really not worth the extra money and a big disappointment given such a difference in price. I’d stay here again but wouldn’t spend the extra for this type of room again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

James

9 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Travelled with family, Travelled with group

8 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Pool, sauna, bar, restaurant.... absolutely fantastic!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

damien

Travelled with family

1 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Travelled with family

30 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great choice for staying near old Edinburgh. highly recommend

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loan

Travelled with partner

28 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff was amazing!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul

Travelled with partner

26 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great location if youre visiting Edinburgh for the Fringe.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

raina

25 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Maggie

24 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Gennadi

21 Aug 2024

Disliked: Staff & service

You have to pay before you enter the room, machines very loud in yard, difficult to sleep

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Louise

19 Aug 2024

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ZAFAR

Travelled with family

16 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Hotel was nicecand staff was very professional

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

11 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Not usually one to leave reviews but the staff are so friendly and helpful that I had too. Would definitely stay here again if I come back to Edinburgh.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bond Yin Billy

Travelled with family

9 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family

8 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

8 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jui

Travelled with family

7 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Loved being in Old Town and walking distance to Grass market. Our room was nice, clean and comfortable. Appreciated the breakfast buffet and the pool.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Emily

Travelled with family

7 Aug 2024

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities

The nightly rate for this hotel is Resort level, but what you're getting is an average night at a Holiday Inn. There is "climate control" but not air conditioning--and that matters more and more in Europe in the summer. The pool is small and they charge extra for using a robe. When we checked in, we were not told about any of the services or opening times for amenities. Essentially we were not "welcomed," we took part in a (expensive) business transaction. Since I felt that I was paying for a Resort, I did expect friendly, more enthusiastic customer service, a robe included, and nicer changing rooms for the small pool. Edinburgh is an expensive city, especially in the summer, but my advice is to book way in advance for a better rate--and if you're going to pay this rate, make sure you're getting plenty of amenities.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jean

7 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

6 Aug 2024

Best nights sleep!

Really nice stay. Probably the best nights sleep I’ve ever had a in hotel. The beds were really comfortable and the climate control kept the room at a pleasant temperature. Nice bathroom, with separate loo. Good breakfast choice, nice bar and lounge area in reception. Didn’t use the pool but it looked good. Easy walk to the main attractions of central Edinburgh. Would stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024