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W Edinburgh

5.0 star property

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2 bars/lounges
Penthouse
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2 bars/lounges
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

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1 St. James Square, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3AX
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe, King

Deluxe, King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe, 2 Doubles

Deluxe, 2 Doubles

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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James Craig Deluxe Suite, King

James Craig Deluxe Suite, King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior with Balcony, King

Superior with Balcony, King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior with View, King

Superior with View, King

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior with Castle View, King | Bathroom

Superior with Castle View, King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite with Terrace

Premier Suite with Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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James Craig Deluxe Suite, 2 Doubles

James Craig Deluxe Suite, 2 Doubles

  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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W Suite

W Suite

  • City view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite

Premier Suite

  • City view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse

Penthouse

  • City view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

With a stay at W Edinburgh, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from St James Quarter and within a 5-minute walk of Princes Street. .This luxury hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from George Street and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wingstop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Society Bar & Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Place To Eat - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪John Lewis Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

W Edinburgh

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from St James Quarter
W Edinburgh offers 244 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include change of bedsheets.

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 244 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have hair dryers and bathrobes. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and electric kettles.
Relax and unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Grab a bite at SUSHISAMBA, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Edinburgh? This hotel has 3046 square feet (283 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 5 meeting rooms.
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.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (GBP 40 per stay)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Joao's Place
  • SUSHISAMBA
  • W Lounge

Things to do

  • Shopping centre

Family friendly

  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 3,046 square feet of conference space
  • 5 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (110 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 12 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2023
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 80.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 6.3 percent tourism fee will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered valet parking fee: GBP 40.00 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 80.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

W Edinburgh Hotel
W Edinburgh EDINBURGH
W Edinburgh Hotel EDINBURGH

W Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 394 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 394 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 394 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 394 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 394 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
On checking into the property for a two night stay our booking hadnt been combined despite emailing earlier in the week and also advising that the two bookings should be beside each other as we were celebrating a special birthday and attending the rugby the following day. we also requested to be in the main building but instead we were being put over to the smaller annex apartment suites. However we did eventually come to some resolution but this was after a ninety minute wait in reception and having to put our point across very heavily. We felt that due to the hotel being very busy for the rugby our booking had been overlooked and downgraded and they also advised that as we were booking via expedia this would be the case. The breakfast was very poor the following morning, and the staff not very attentive at all, we had to wait around twenty minutes each time we asked for a coffee, the water was hot instead of cold for our chilled drinks and the staff couldnt have cared less, i also asked for some ketchup at the time of receiving part of my breakfast and received it fifteen minutes later once finished. At this point in time we dont feel we would stay there again and we have stayed in the W in Dubai three times and never had this experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
On checking into the property for a two night stay our booking hadnt been combined despite emailing earlier in the week and also advising that the two bookings should be beside each other as we were celebrating a special birthday and attending the rugby the following day. we also requested to be in the main building but instead we were being put over to the smaller annex apartment suites. However we did eventually come to some resolution but this was after a ninety minute wait in reception and having to put our point across very heavily. We felt that due to the hotel being very busy for the rugby our booking had been overlooked and downgraded and they also advised that as we were booking via expedia this would be the case. The breakfast was very poor the following morning, and the staff not very attentive at all, we had to wait around twenty minutes each time we asked for a coffee, the water was hot instead of cold for our chilled drinks and the staff couldnt have cared less, i also asked for some ketchup at the time of receiving part of my breakfast and received it fifteen minutes later once finished. At this point in time we dont feel we would stay there again and we have stayed in the W in Dubai three times and never had this experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
On checking into the property for a two night stay our booking hadnt been combined despite emailing earlier in the week and also advising that the two bookings should be beside each other as we were celebrating a special birthday and attending the rugby the following day. we also requested to be in the main building but instead we were being put over to the smaller annex apartment suites. However we did eventually come to some resolution but this was after a ninety minute wait in reception and having to put our point across very heavily. We felt that due to the hotel being very busy for the rugby our booking had been overlooked and downgraded and they also advised that as we were booking via expedia this would be the case. The breakfast was very poor the following morning, and the staff not very attentive at all, we had to wait around twenty minutes each time we asked for a coffee, the water was hot instead of cold for our chilled drinks and the staff couldnt have cared less, i also asked for some ketchup at the time of receiving part of my breakfast and received it fifteen minutes later once finished. At this point in time we dont feel we would stay there again and we have stayed in the W in Dubai three times and never had this experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcome from Reception and helpful Doorman really stood out
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff where polite,helpful and welcoming.rooms where beautiful and so clean,everything you needed where in the rooms.easy parking and lift entry from car park to hotel,with discount.well centred hotel,seconds walk from all the shopping centres and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely unique hotel in such a great location - staff were so welcoming and obliging and the food was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel right next to shopping mall. Modern, comfy bed. Staff helpful and friendly. Bars great, very clean. Easy walk to old town. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Seaham

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at the W Edinburgh arriving after an overnight train trip on the Caledonian Sleeper. The W is a stylish new hotel that mixes a sleek blend of modern luxury and stylish Scottish flair. Perfectly placed in the St James Quarter, it’s ideal for exploring the city, steps away from top restaurants, shops, and just a short walk from Princes Street and the Old Town. You get both the buzz of the city and the calm of a luxury escape. Our room was beautiful with a large window, plush bedding, and thoughtful touches. The bathroom was a highlight, with a rainfall shower and luxurious amenities. Every member of staff struck that perfect balance of being relaxed yet professional. Service was genuinely outstanding. We would highly recommend the W to travellers to Edinburgh!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Catrina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay at the W Hotel. Disappointed at breakfast when I ordered tea and received a teabag in a cup if water. I would expect an hotel of this standing to have teapots
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel in a beautiful location. Staff very attentive and professional
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

first time

Very central location. Clean and tidy. Staff were very helpful and pleasant. Would book a stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Duncan

Room layout & semi-opaque bathroom facilities do not suit anyone who prefers a small amount of privacy for toilet, showering and drying activities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, in a terrific spot in Edinburgh. Tons of shopping and restaurants on the doorstep. Staff were very courteous and super friendly. Rooms very nice, definitely a weird layout..regarding the bathroom area. Loved the fact that they had valet parking which is very rare in Edinburgh Would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Nice staff and clean; however, as a 5 star hotel asking for extra water they say we have to charge. Simple service like that should be as hospitable to guest.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Brittany

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointed in service.

The hotel is nice but the service is lacking. We went to celebrate a 40th birthday. The balloons and champagne were sent to a friends room instead of ours. Disappointing. We also booked a limo service through the hotel but was never sent a limo. They sent us a van instead. Very disappointing I’ve emailed the hotel multiple times now and haven’t got a response back. I won’t be staying here again due to their lack of communication and our negative experience with guests services.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Poor service

We’re didn’t have room cleaning and drinking water refill for 3 days of our stay. Very disappointed by poor quality of service.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Damon

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is great. For a high end hotel, we expected more than a single sink. Mattress worn to limits. Staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025