Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
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Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Review
Offering a restaurant and luggage storage, the 5-star Virgin Hotels Edinburgh is about a 5-minute drive from The Real Mary King's Close. The hotel is a good starting point for exploring Edinburgh, including the combined National Museum of Scotland, which is a mere 400 metres away.
A buffet breakfast can be enjoyed at the Virgin Hotels. Drinks are available at the coffee bar. The Maison Bleue is within easy walking distance of this Edinburgh property.
This Edinburgh property is situated in Old Town, which is a bustling area of centuries-old buildings and narrow alleys, 5 minutes' walk from the award winning Surgeons' Hall Museums and within a short walking distance of the Leith Princes Street. The Virgin Hotels Edinburgh provides history lovers with proximity to the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" (0.8 km) and Dugald Stewart Monument (1 km).
There is the 16th-century Palace of Holyroodhouse 1.8 km away, while Edinburgh bus station within an 800-metre distance of the accommodation.
The 222 rooms are allergy-free, and equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a mini fridge bar and coffee/tea makers. Guests can also use a walk-in shower, along with such amenities as a hairdryer and bath sheets.
At the Virgin Hotels Edinburgh, guests can also benefit from fitness classes provided at a fitness area.
Key Features
- free wifi
- family rooms
- non-smoking rooms
- fitness centre
- 4 restaurants
- room service
- 24-hour front desk
- bar
- tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- good breakfast
Impressions
Pros
- High-class hip new hotel with a magnificent central setting.
- Located directly in the Old Town district and a few steps away from Princes Street.
- Air conditioned rooms, many with a castle view and a bath.
- A nice restaurant and an Irish bar available.
- Carbonated beverages are included in some rates.
- Rates are good.
Cons
- Some were dissatisfied with uncomfortable beds.
- Occasional complaints about a few a little slow staff members.
Facilities
Dining facilities
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Services
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Relax
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
Activities for Kids
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Rooms
Chamber King
Twin Room
Chamber King Castle View
Chamber King Terrace
Chamber King Accessible
Grand Chamber King
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Camera Obscura and World of Illusions 150 m (492 ft)
- Nelson Monument 1.33 km (4364 ft)
- St Giles' Cathedral 270 m (886 ft)
- The Writers' Museum 180 m (591 ft)
- Calton Hill 1.33 km (4364 ft)
- Edinburgh Old Town 470 m (1542 ft)
- Scott Monument 690 m (2264 ft)
Restaurants nearby
- The Witchery by the Castle 150 m (492 ft)
- Hanam's Middle East Restaurant 110 m (361 ft)
- Howies Victoria 60 m (197 ft)
- Maxies Bistro & Wine Bar 130 m (427 ft)
- Bertie's Restaurant & Bar 60 m (197 ft)
- Makars Gourmet Mash Bar 200 m (656 ft)
- Ondine 130 m (427 ft)
- Nok's Kitchen On The Castle 120 m (394 ft)
- Maison Bleue 0 m (0 ft)
- The Castle Arms 120 m (394 ft)
Transportation
- Victoria Street 130 m (427 ft)
- The Hub 130 m (427 ft)
- Lawnmarket 140 m (459 ft)
- Candlemaker Row 280 m (919 ft)
- Bus Station 790 m (2592 ft)
- Edinburgh 1.17 km (3839 ft)