Novotel Edinburgh Centre

4.0 star property
Hotel with a fitness centre, a short walk to University of Edinburgh
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Daily full breakfast (GBP 19 per person)

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Gym
    Gym

Explore the area

Map
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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed - twin
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

Novotel Edinburgh Centre puts you in the heart of Edinburgh, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, The TAP Bar & Kitchen, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the gym and sauna. 786 square feet (73 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Full breakfast is available at weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Old Town Edinburgh hotel include Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh International Conference Centre.

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 6 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 13 min walk
  • Princes Street - 14 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 17 min walk

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

Hotel with a fitness centre, a short walk to University of Edinburgh
Novotel Edinburgh Centre offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness centre. 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 centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 786 square feet (73 square metres) and includes a conference centre. 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.

  • 180 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • 786 sq ft of conference space
  • 73 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Edinburgh Centre offers 180 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Digital televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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 transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 17 per day); discounts available
  • Parking on site (GBP 22 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 19 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The TAP Bar & Kitchen

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (786 square foot 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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • 4G smartphone data speed
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Limited smartphone data usage
  • Phone
  • Smartphone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
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

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: from 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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 10 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 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 Hotel
Novotel Edinburgh Centre Edinburgh
Novotel Edinburgh Centre Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

Novotel Edinburgh Centre offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 2 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Edinburgh Centre on 17 Nov 2024 start from NZ$214.56, 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 parking available at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

Yep, Novotel Edinburgh Centre has a self car park for GBP 22 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

The closest beach to Novotel Edinburgh Centre is Portobello Beach (5.7 km).

Does Novotel Edinburgh Centre have a pool?

Novotel Edinburgh Centre has an indoor pool. The pool is open 7 AM to 10 PM.

Is Novotel Edinburgh Centre family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and an indoor pool, it's no surprise that Novotel Edinburgh Centre is a hit with families.

Does Novotel Edinburgh Centre serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is offered at weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

No, Novotel Edinburgh Centre does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Novotel Edinburgh Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 463 out of 1011 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1011 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1011 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1011 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1011 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amit

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay - better room layout than Novotel London (Tower Bridge location - separate toilet room and an opaque wall between shower and the bedroom); Parking is certainly tight and not guaranteed for the next time you return, once you pull-out; Breakfast buffet was great; Convenient location - quick 10min walk to royal mile as well as the train (Waverly) station
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very clean. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bobbi-Jo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie, Bismarck

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice
Lovely hotel, well located, staff were helpful and the pool was a great bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
15 min walk from Waverley station and in close proximity to the castle. Nice pub/restaurant attached with a few seats outside. Kids eat free breakfast with a paying adult so great value. The kids lived making their own waffles. Also, a swimming pool to keep them sweet after a long day sightseeing 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay for my family while we visited Edinburgh. Very walkable to Old Town, with some coffee shops along the way.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sukpal

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great breakfast buffet
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Addie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and beautiful rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay in Edinburgh with family. Pool was nice and short walk or bus anywhere around the castle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

BENILDA

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Annahid

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Not the nicest hotel I’ve stayed in. Convenient to the castle but a bit away from the center of town and certainly not a pretty part of town. The hotel and facilities are ok. Breakfast was the usual buffet and closes very promptly. Dinner menu was very good though. Staff are hit and miss in terms of friendliness. Rooms are ok. Clean but small. The pool is small and busy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lall

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent pool and cleanliness. Only drawback is that room is too tight.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

harishanthan, carmel

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place. Centrally located. Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Zeina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It a good property as a 4* Hotel. A little challenge with the bathroom as toilet is outside the main bath room. Otherwise, room is really clean. For 4 night, breakfast was exactly the same ever day, so for short stays that was ok, but wouldn’t have enjoyed it for longer stays.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Dr Francis

Travelled with family
Our stay was fine, breakfast was good with different variety of food. quality of food was nice. However the room was not clean. On entrance was a bit dusty and the bathroom has black mould on the tires and seals, which I hated. otherwise ok stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nicola

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Allocated a VERY tired worn out room. Sheets were threadbare and actually torn, the carpets were badly stained with spilt bleach, coffee and numerous other dubious substances. A terrible first inpression. The bed was comfortable just let down by the quality of bedding. The old smelly pillows were dreadful and terribly uncomfortable. It was noisy outside with the window open (smashing bottles into waste bin) but unbearably hot with the room cooling system. No air-con and unable to sleep due to the high temperature. The shower was ok but leaked as seal needed replacing. Insufficient toiletries. No conditioner or moisturiser. For a four star rated hotel it was a 2 star room. We may have been extremely unlucky. We were in a family room fourth floor room 448 which had obviously been very well used. The rest of the hotel seemed ok. We didn’t eat or use the pool so can’t comment about that. The staff were cheerful and welcoming. We didn’t complain as the we believed the hotel was full so would have been pointless. We generally use Novotel as we find them clean, well equipped, well staffed and comfortable and worth that bit extra for peace of mind that you are going to get a good nights sleep. So disappointed with our experience at this hotel. For £300 a night I believe we deserved MUCH better.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Nice pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

SONJA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was good an close to downtown and other amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Shweta

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful host Craig was .. loved being at the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Murat

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and spacious. The location was perfect for sightseeing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024